Understanding Electroplating Oiling, Plasma Oiling, and Normal Oiling in Screen Protectors
Understanding Electroplating Oiling, Plasma Oiling, and Normal Oiling in Screen Protectors
When it comes to tempered glass screen protectors, the oiling process plays a critical role in enhancing the overall quality and performance. These processes are used to improve the protector's resistance to fingerprints, smudges, scratches, and even improve durability. Let’s take a closer look at three common oiling methods used in manufacturing screen protectors: electroplating oiling, plasma oiling, and normal oiling.
1. Electroplating Oiling
Electroplating oiling is a specialized coating process where a thin layer of metallic material is deposited onto the surface of the glass through an electrical current. This method enhances the strength, appearance, and durability of the tempered glass.
How It Works:
- Electroplating involves placing the glass in a solution containing metal salts. By applying an electric current, metal ions are reduced onto the surface of the glass, forming a metallic coating.
Benefits:
- Enhanced Durability: This coating improves the scratch resistance and impact resistance of the protector.
- Smooth Surface: The metallic coating gives the protector a smooth, shiny surface, making it more resistant to dirt and fingerprints.
- Stylish Finish: Provides an aesthetic appeal, as the metallic coating can also contribute to a sleeker and more premium look.
Applications:
Electroplating oiling is often used in high-end tempered glass screen protectors for premium smartphones where both protection and appearance are important.
2. Plasma Oiling
Plasma oiling uses plasma treatment to modify the surface of the tempered glass, creating a thin, uniform oil-repellent coating. This technique is typically used to make the glass surface hydrophobic, meaning it repels water, oils, and other liquids.
How It Works:
- Plasma oiling uses ionized gas or plasma to apply an oil-repellent coating. The glass is exposed to plasma in a vacuum chamber, where gases like oxygen or nitrogen are ionized and applied to the surface of the protector.
Benefits:
- Fingerprints & Smudge Resistance: Plasma oiling significantly reduces fingerprints, smudges, and other marks on the screen protector, keeping it cleaner for longer.
- Enhanced Durability: It also increases the scratch resistance and abrasion resistance of the screen protector.
- Improved Touch Sensitivity: Plasma-treated protectors maintain high touch sensitivity without compromising performance.
Applications:
Plasma oiling is used in premium screen protectors, especially those designed for high-end phones with in-display fingerprint sensors, as the coating does not interfere with sensor performance.
3. Normal Oiling (Oleophobic Coating)
Normal oiling (also known as oleophobic coating) is the most common type of oiling used for screen protectors. It’s a coating that reduces the ability of the glass to attract oil and water-based substances, making the screen easier to clean.
How It Works:
- Oleophobic coatings are applied in a liquid form during the manufacturing process. The liquid is typically sprayed onto the surface of the glass protector, where it bonds and forms a thin layer that repels oils and liquids.
Benefits:
- Prevents Fingerprints: The primary benefit of an oleophobic coating is its ability to prevent fingerprints and smudges from sticking to the glass.
- Easy to Clean: It makes it easier to wipe off any dirt, grease, or water stains without leaving residues.
- Improved Viewing Experience: By keeping the protector cleaner, it helps maintain the clarity and brightness of your phone’s screen.
Applications:
Oleophobic coatings are commonly used in mid-range and budget tempered glass protectors, providing a balance between performance and cost.
Comparing the Three Oil Coating Techniques
| Feature | Electroplating Oiling | Plasma Oiling | Normal Oiling (Oleophobic) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durability | High | High | Medium |
| Scratch Resistance | Excellent | Excellent | Good |
| Fingerprint Resistance | Good (due to metallic coating) | Excellent (hydrophobic effect) | Good (oleophobic) |
| Smoothness | Shiny, smooth | Smooth and clean | Smooth, but less glossy |
| Touch Sensitivity | High | High | High |
| Cost | High (premium application) | High (complex process) | Moderate (common in mass production) |
| Applications | Premium devices, aesthetic appeal | High-end devices, fingerprint sensors | Mid-range and budget-friendly devices |
Conclusion
Choosing the right oiling method for a tempered glass screen protector is essential to ensuring that your phone’s screen remains clean, protected, and easy to maintain. Here’s a quick summary of when to choose each method:
- Electroplating Oiling is best for premium, high-end devices that require superior durability and an aesthetic finish.
- Plasma Oiling is ideal for protecting the screen from smudges, fingerprints, and scratches while maintaining excellent touch sensitivity.
- Normal Oiling (Oleophobic Coating) is the most common and cost-effective choice for daily protection and ease of cleaning.
At G-Tel Glass Factory, we use the most advanced oiling techniques to ensure that every tempered glass screen protector we produce provides maximum protection while maintaining a sleek and functional design. Whether you need a fingerprint-resistant, scratch-resistant, or smudge-free protector, we’ve got you covered with our high-quality products.
