What Is Silver Mirror
Silver mirror is made through a chemical sedimentation process.
A sheet of specially treated Silver is coated on quality float glass, followed by a sheet of passivant (or copper), and finished with two layers of paint for chemical and physical protection.
Step 1 - Glass Preparing. After washed and polished, then coated with stannous chloride. This "tinning" process ensures a good bond between the silver and the glass.
Step 2 - Silver Application-- A solution of silver salt is mixed with an aldehyde solution, and the mixture sprayed on the mirror. The silver and the aldehyde react as follows to produce a coating of metallic.
Step 3 - Copper protection.This step is not always used, but it is useful in providing further protection for the silver backing. It simply involves the spraying a mixture of copper ions and zinc dust onto the silver, producing metallic copper as follows:
Step 4 - Protecting the backing.
The mirror is then backed with paint to prevent damage to the surface.
Thickness |
2134x3300mm/3660mm/3050mm |
2250x3300mm/3660mm/3050mm |
2440x3300mm/3660mm/3050mm |
Jumbo Size |
3300mmx4500/5100/6000/8000 |
Application |
Automotive Glass |
Reflective Glass |
Coated Glass |
Windows |
Mirrors |
Table Tops |
Insulated Glass |
Architectural Purposes |
Characteristic:
High Reflecting Rate: the reflecting rate is about 92%. Real high fidelity imaging.
Long Lifetime: the mirror is not easy to be oxidized both in the center and on the edges, the advantage of resistance to corrosion and humidity offer a product life three times longer than conventional aluminum glass.
Backside Logo Available:
Customized company logo and special letters can be printed on the back of the mirror.
Safety Backing Available:
Through sticking special PE film in the backside (both CATI and CATII are available)
Suitable for Deep Processing:
Customized to any size and shape. Edgeworks including bevel, flat polish,and pencil polish.
Environment Friendly:
By using lead free paint, the pollution to the environment of broken pieces can be minimized, satisfied with the environment requirements in Europe, America and other developed region.