Q11: Is it possible to print on the side of AG glass ?

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No matter it’s single side AG glass or double sided AG glass, both can be silkscreen printed.

it is absolutely possible to print on the side (edge) or surface of AG (Anti-Glare) glass, and FELIX GLASS has rich professional experience and mature technology in this field, providing customers with high-quality custom printed AG glass solutions for various application scenarios.

### 1. Feasibility of Printing on AG Glass

AG glass has a micro-rough anti-glare surface formed by physical or chemical etching, which is different from the smooth surface of ordinary glass. This micro-rough structure can increase the adhesion of ink, making printing more firm and durable, and not easy to fall off. At the same time, we can choose to print on the edge (side) of the glass or the non-AG surface of the glass according to customer needs, avoiding affecting the anti-glare effect of the AG surface. For edge printing, we use professional edge grinding and pretreatment technology to ensure the flatness of the edge, providing a good printing base.

### 2. Printing Technologies Supported by FELIX GLASS

We provide a variety of mature printing technologies to meet different customer needs:

- **Screen Printing**: The most commonly used printing technology for AG glass, suitable for mass production of logos, patterns, text, and decorative lines. It has the advantages of high ink adhesion, bright colors, and low cost, and is widely used in automotive displays, industrial control screens, and consumer electronics.

- **Digital Printing (UV Printing)**: Suitable for custom personalized patterns, full-color images, and small-batch orders. It can print high-resolution, complex patterns directly on AG glass, with fast proofing speed and flexible customization, meeting the personalized design needs of customers.

- **Ceramic Ink Printing**: Use high-temperature ceramic ink for printing, which is fired at high temperature after printing, with extremely high adhesion and durability. It can withstand high temperature, scratch, and chemical corrosion, suitable for automotive glass, architectural glass, and other products with high durability requirements.

- **Edge Printing Technology**: Specialized printing technology for the side (edge) of glass, which can print logos, model numbers, barcodes, and decorative patterns on the edge of AG glass, used for product identification and appearance decoration, without affecting the use of the glass surface.

### 3. Printing Process and Quality Control

To ensure the printing quality of AG glass, we have a strict printing process flow:

- **Pre-Printing Pretreatment**: Clean and activate the glass surface/edge to remove oil, dust, and impurities, increasing ink adhesion.

- **Ink Selection**: Use professional glass-specific ink, which has good adhesion, light resistance, and weather resistance, ensuring that the printed pattern does not fade or fall off for a long time.

- **Printing Process Control**: Use imported printing equipment to control the printing accuracy and ink thickness, ensuring clear patterns and consistent color.

- **Post-Printing Treatment**: Conduct curing, baking, or coating protection treatment according to the printing technology, further improving the durability of the printed pattern.

- **Printing Quality Inspection**: Conduct 100% inspection of the printed product, including pattern clarity, color accuracy, adhesion, and scratch resistance, ensuring that the printing quality meets customer requirements.

### 4. Application Scenarios of Printed AG Glass

Printed AG glass is widely used in various fields:

- **Automotive Displays**: Print logos, decorative lines, and function prompts on the edge of automotive central control displays and instrument screens, enhancing the interior design sense.

- **Industrial Control Screens**: Print operation prompts, model numbers, and safety warnings on the edge of industrial control screens, facilitating operation and identification.

- **Consumer Electronics**: Print brand logos and decorative patterns on the edge of mobile phones, tablets, and other electronic devices, improving product recognition.

- **Architectural and Decorative Glass**: Print patterns and designs on the edge of architectural AG glass, used for partitions, doors and windows, and decorative panels.

### 5. Custom Printing Services

FELIX GLASS provides fully customized printing services for AG glass. Customers can provide design drawings, pattern requirements, and printing position requirements, and our technical team will conduct printing feasibility assessment, provide proofing services, and mass-produce after customer confirmation. We support custom printing of various sizes, shapes, and patterns, meeting the differentiated needs of different customers.

Whether you need to print simple logos on the edge of AG glass or complex full-color patterns on the surface, FELIX GLASS can provide you with high-quality, durable custom printed AG glass solutions, helping you enhance product appearance and added value.

Q11: Is it possible to print on the side of AG glass ?

With 19 years of experience as a precision optical glass expert, we provide comprehensive and satisfactory customized solutions.