Printing on borosilicate glass

Printing on borosilicate glass: Discover the benefits of ceramic printing on borosilicate glass. With special inks and state-of-the-art kilns, we offer durable, heat-resistant, and chemically resistant prints for laboratory equipment, industrial use, and decorative applications.

Borosilicate glass is a popular material across various industries due to its unique properties. It is known for its high thermal resistance, exceptional chemical durability, and low thermal expansion when exposed to temperature changes. These features make it ideal for use in the chemical industry, laboratories, medical technology, and household items, such as heat-resistant cookware.

Special Characteristics of Borosilicate Glass

  • Thermal Resistance: Borosilicate glass can withstand extreme temperatures, making it perfect for applications involving high heat or rapid temperature changes. It can resist temperatures up to 500°C and is unaffected by sudden temperature fluctuations.
  • Chemical Resistance: Borosilicate glass is highly resistant to chemicals, acids, and bases, making it an excellent choice for laboratory and industrial environments.
  • Low Thermal Expansion: Due to its low thermal expansion, borosilicate glass maintains its shape and stability even under extreme temperature conditions, reducing the risk of cracking or breaking.

And it is precisely these unique properties that make ceramic printing, the process of firing designs onto this glass, such a special challenge. But at Granvogl, we have the right inks and kilns to produce printed results at laboratory standards.

Ceramic Printing on Borosilicate Glass

Ceramic printing on borosilicate glass allows for the combination of functional and aesthetic qualities. In this process, special glass or ceramic inks are applied to the glass and then fired at high temperatures. This creates a permanent bond between the print and the glass, resulting in a design that is both visually appealing and highly durable.

Advantages of Ceramic Printing:

  • High Durability: Ceramic prints are scratch-resistant, colorfast, and can withstand extreme conditions without fading or peeling.
  • Custom Design Options: Ceramic printing offers a wide range of design possibilities, from logos and text to complex graphics.
  • Heat and scratch Resistance: Since the print is fired at high temperatures, it remains stable and unaffected by intense heat exposure.

This combination of the unique properties of borosilicate glass and the advantages of ceramic printing opens up numerous application possibilities, ranging from laboratory and industrial use to glass containers and creative, decorative objects for everyday use.