In prehistoric times, people used shards of obsidian, a natural volcanic glass with a Mohs hardness of 5, to make knives and arrowheads.
The Egyptians considered glass to be a precious material, as evidenced by the numerous grave goods of glass beads and glass death masks. Glass was also used by the Egyptians as a drinking vessel.
The Mohs hardness scale was developed in 1812 by German geologist and mineralogist Friedrich Mohs. It is based on a scale of 1 to 10, with diamond being the hardest material with a top value of 10. The scale is easy to use, but lacks accuracy due to only 10 scales, a near logarithmic relationship to absolute hardness.
Our Impactinator® glass meets the stringent IK10 impact resistance requirements without needing laminated glass construction. In the bullet impact test according to EN/IEC 62262, our glass withstands over 40 joules of force on 2.8 mm thin glass, surpassing the standard’s requirements. Furthermore, it exceeds the EN 60068-2-75 standard by more than 100%.
This exceptional performance ensures superior durability and protection, making Impactinator® an ideal choice for high-impact environments. Whether for industrial, commercial, or residential applications, our glass provides unmatched strength and reliability, delivering peace of mind for all users.
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Impactinator® IK10 glass offers unparalleled impact resistance, making it a superior choice for applications requiring exceptional durability. This innovative family of special glasses has revolutionized the industry, enabling glass solutions previously deemed impossible.
Designed for touchscreen and protective glass applications, Impactinator® glass meets the stringent safety and vandalism standards of EN/IEC62262 IK10 and IK11. It excels in situations where impact resistance, weight reduction, image quality, and reliability are critical.
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