Dragontrail Glass
Thin, damage-resistant glass with high surface durability
Chemically Strengthened Glass
Dragontrail Glass is a chemically strengthened glass offering high surface durability and resistance to mechanical damage. It is used in optical and display applications requiring thin, tough protective windows with good optical clarity.
Is this material right for your application?
Use When:
Avoid When:
Consider Alternatives:
Chemically strengthened glass is required
Thin, durable optical covers are needed
Mechanical protection is a priority
Optical clarity must be maintained
Display or protective optical applications are involved
IR or UV optical performance is required
High-temperature or chemically aggressive environments exist
Optical material properties dominate over durability
Gorilla Glass – higher impact resistance
Sapphire – extreme durability
BK7 – optical clarity where protection is secondary
Key Properties
Optical
High optical clarity
Mechanical
Chemically strengthened aluminosilicate glass
High surface hardness
Environmental
Suitable for thin, durable protective optics
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FAQ
Q1. What is Dragontrail Glass used for?
Protective cover glass for displays and optical windows.
Q2. Is Dragontrail Glass chemically strengthened?
Yes. It is ion-exchanged for increased strength.
Q3. Is Dragontrail suitable for optical imaging?
Limited. It prioritises durability over optical precision.
Q4. What are alternatives to Dragontrail Glass?
Gorilla Glass and Sapphire.
High scratch resistance
Good optical clarity for protective applications
Not designed for precision optics