Tempered Glass

What it is?

Tempered glass, also known as toughened glass, is a type of safety glass that undergoes a specialized thermal or chemical treatment to increase its strength and make it more resistant to breakage. The tempering process involves heating the glass to a high temperature and then rapidly cooling it. This results in the outer surfaces of the glass cooling faster than the center, creating compressive stresses on the surfaces and tensile stresses in the center. The overall effect is increased strength and safety characteristics.
Here are some key features and uses of tempered glass:

  • Safety
  • Strength
  • Breakage Pattern
  • Heat Resistance

Advantage

Tempered glass offers several advantages due to its unique manufacturing process and resulting characteristics. Here are some of the key advantages of tempered glass:

  • Code Compliance: Many building codes and safety regulations require the use of tempered glass in specific applications, especially in areas where there is a higher risk of breakage, such as doors, windows, and glass railings.
  • Versatility: Tempered glass is versatile and can be used in various applications. It is commonly used in automotive (side and rear windows), architectural (doors, windows, facades), furniture (tables, shelves), and electronics (smartphone screens) industries.
  • Applications

  • Automotive : Side and rear windows in cars are often made of tempered glass.
  • Architectural: It is commonly used in doors, windows, glass facades, shower enclosures, and glass railings in buildings.
  • Furniture: Tables, shelves, and display cases often use tempered glass.
  • Electronics: Many electronic devices, including smartphones and tablets, use tempered glass for their screens.
  • Pre-processing Limitations: Once tempered, the glass cannot be cut or modified. Attempts to cut or drill the glass after tempering will cause it to shatter into small, safe pieces. Therefore, any necessary processing, such as cutting or shaping, must be done before the tempering process.
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