Gorilla Glass
Impact-resistant glass engineered for durability
Strengthened Aluminosilicate Glass
Gorilla Glass is a chemically strengthened aluminosilicate glass designed for high impact resistance and scratch durability. In optical systems, it is commonly used as a protective window or cover glass where mechanical protection is required without significant optical distortion.
Is this material right for your application?
Use When:
Avoid When:
Consider Alternatives:
High impact resistance is required
Optical protection is needed without excessive thickness
Consumer or industrial optics require durability
Scratch resistance is important
Protective cover glass is required
Optical performance is more important than protection
High-temperature operation is required
Infrared transmission is critical
Dragontrail Glass – alternative strengthened glass
Sapphire – superior scratch resistance
Fused Silica – optical performance over protection
Key Properties
Optical
Good optical clarity
Mechanical
Chemically strengthened surface
High impact and scratch resistance
Environmental
Designed for protective applications
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FAQ
Q1. What is Gorilla Glass used for?
Protective cover glass for displays and optical windows.
Q2. Is Gorilla Glass chemically strengthened?
Yes.
Q3. Is Gorilla Glass optical-grade?
No. It prioritises durability over optical accuracy.
Q4. What are alternatives to Gorilla Glass?
Dragontrail Glass and Sapphire.
High impact and scratch resistance
Good transparency
Not suitable for precision optics