Digital and Screen Printing Applications on Glass
1. High-Temperature Digital Printing (DIP)
Principle:
Sprays high-temperature ceramic or metal oxide inks onto glass, then cures at 550℃–650℃. Patterns bond firmly, control light transmission, and do not affect PV performance.
Advantages:
• Multi-color printing
• Durable and weather-resistant
• Precise light control
• Supports customized architectural designs
Typical Applications:
• Curtain wall PV glass
• Rooftop BIPV glass
• Shading or decorative PV glass
• Smart PV glass with semi-transparent patterns
2. Low-Temperature UV Digital Printing
Principle:
Uses UV-curable inks printed directly on glass and cured with UV light. Ideal for indoor, thin, or colored glass.
Advantages:
• Rich color and high precision
• Fast curing, energy-efficient
• Can print on thin or curved glass
• Supports small-batch customization
Typical Applications:
• Decorative glass
• Appliance panels (fridge, washing machine, AC)
• Display glass, trophies, packaging
• Indoor partitions and art glass
3. High-Temperature Screen Printing
Principle:
Applies ceramic or metal oxide inks via a screen stencil, then cures at 550℃–650℃.
Advantages:
• High heat and wear resistance
• Strong adhesion and durability
• High-precision patterns
Typical Applications:
• Kitchen appliance glass
• Dashboard covers
• Switch panels
• Conductive markings
• Outdoor glass covers
4. Low-Temperature Screen Printing
Principle:
Uses low-temp or UV-curable inks, cured at 120℃–200℃ or with UV light. Suitable for heat-sensitive glass or colorful patterns.
Advantages:
• Suitable for heat-sensitive glass
• Fast and energy-efficient
• Rich color options
• Can print on thin or curved glass
Typical Applications:
• Decorative glass
• Appliance panels
• Commercial display glass
• Interior cover glass
5. Summary Comparison
|
Type |
High-Temperature DIP |
Low-Temperature UV Printing |
High-Temperature Screen Printing |
Low-Temperature Screen Printing |
|
Ink Type |
Ceramic or metal oxide |
UV-curable organic ink |
Ceramic or metal oxide |
Low-temp or UV-curable organic ink |
|
Curing Temperature |
550℃–650℃ |
Room temperature via UV |
550℃–650℃ |
120℃–200℃ or UV |
|
Advantages |
Heat & weather resistant, precise light control |
Colorful, high precision, fast curing |
Heat & wear resistant, strong adhesion |
Suitable for heat-sensitive glass, rich color patterns |
|
Features |
Digital, multi-color, high-temp resistant |
Low-temp curing, complex color patterns |
Strong adhesion, high precision, long-term durability |
Flexible design, suitable for indoor or thin/curved glass |
|
Typical Applications |
BIPV glass, curtain walls, rooftop PV |
Decorative glass, appliance panels, display, trophies |
Kitchen appliance glass, dashboard covers, outdoor glass |
Decorative glass, appliance panels, commercial display, interior cover glass |