01.10.2017 17:00:00
What is safety glass
The main function of protective glass is that it protects the fragile screen from various mechanical damages. The glass is flexible enough to absorb direct impacts. Phone protective glass is chemically treated and tempered, so it protects the screen from chips, cracks and scratches much better than a protective film. Glass is superior to film, primarily in thickness and hardness. For example, there are glasses with a thickness of 0.5 millimeters. According to the Mohs scale, the hardness value of protective glass is 9 H.
The Mohs scale includes 10 reference materials from talc to diamond to determine the hardness of a material. Thus, 9 H (Hardness) means that protective glass On the phone, the hardness is very close to the most indestructible mineral.
The protective glass can be easily scratched with a knife or keys; such mechanical action will not leave any traces. Even from a direct blow with a heavy object, such as a hammer, the glass will not shatter into pieces, but will only become covered with cracks. In this case, the phone itself will remain intact.
The protective glass has a five-layer structure:
- silicone base
- containment layer
- anti-glare layer
- protective layer
- oleophobic coating
The glass installed on the phone does not affect color rendering and does not interfere with the conduction of electrostatic impulses from the fingers to the screen. However, it is worth considering that after installing the glass, the phone may gain a little weight.
The issue price for protective glass ranges from 500 to 3000 rubles, depending on the manufacturer.
In order to stick a protective glass on your phone, you will need:
- Wet wipe
- Dry cloth
- Screen cleaning liquid
- Scotch
- Glass
Stage 1: Preparing the work surface
Before applying the protective glass to your phone, it is important to clean the work surface of the table. Before doing this, wash your hands with soap and dry. The table must be thoroughly wiped, as the smallest dust caught between the glass and the screen will negate all efforts. It is also advisable to set good lighting so as not to miss stains or dust particles.
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Step 2: Clear the screen
After the table is prepared, you need to clean the phone screen itself from grease stains and dust. To do this, you can take a regular napkin and moisten it in a special liquid for displays and monitors. Or take a special damp cloth, wipe the screen thoroughly, and then walk over the screen with a dry cloth. Dust can also be removed with regular tape. After applying the adhesive tape, the screen also needs to be thoroughly wiped.
Stage 3: Installing glass
Now you can glue the protection. The glass must be removed from the packaging and the film carefully removed from it. Holding the glass by the edges, you should accurately fit it to the phone screen. Then lower the glass and press it lightly with a dry cloth.
Step 4: Removing Bubbles and Dust
Even if you glue the protective glass onto your phone evenly, it is not always possible to avoid small “jambs”. For example, small air bubbles may form between the glass and the screen. In this case, use a dry cloth to press the screen towards the edges to remove any bubbles. If, despite all cleaning efforts, dust still gets under the glass, carefully bend the edge of the glass and remove the dust with tape or a special dust collector.
You can also watch detailed video instructions for installing glass on your phone:
Now you know how to apply protective glass at home. Please note that the entire process may take about half an hour. It's better to highlight free time to take your time and do everything carefully.
For the next lesson we will prepare detailed instructions on gluing protective film to the screen. Do not miss!
To protect your gadget from damage as much as possible, you need to know how to apply protective glass. You can do this yourself, since there is nothing complicated in this process.
Required materials and tools
Externally, the protective glass on a smartphone or telephone resembles a regular film made of polymer material. Externally, it is thin and flexible, but specially hardened to withstand impacts and scratches. There are no traces of damage from a knife, scissors, or keys.
Even if the blow is so strong that the glass is damaged, it will not shatter into small and dangerous fragments, but will remain in a broken but unified state.
It is clear that such protection is thicker than a film, since it consists of five components: an oleophobic coating, a protective, anti-reflective and containment layer, as well as a silicone substrate. This allows you to protect the screen from scratches and prevents the formation of streaks. The gadget becomes bulkier and heavier, which does not affect the operation of the sensor at all.
Required tools:
- Actually the glass itself.
- A special spatula for smoothing or a regular plastic card.
- Cleaning cloth. You can replace it with a cotton pad soaked in alcohol.
- Microfiber cloth.
Sometimes scissors and tape may be required. As a rule, the purchased set contains everything necessary materials, in order to glue the glass yourself without any problems.
Step-by-step instructions on how to stick protective glass
The main thing is to choose the right protection for the display of a particular gadget. Every protective screen is not universal, as it is produced for a specific model. Of course, you can simply contact specialists, buy suitable glass from them and ask them to glue it (for an additional fee, of course). But there is an option to do it all yourself.
To phone
It is not difficult to apply a protective glass to your phone. The main thing is that it lies flat and completely coincides with the borders of the screen.
How to do it:
- Clean the room, wash your hands. The room should be light enough to see even the smallest specks of dust settling on the glass.
- Prepare the necessary tools.
- Degrease the screen with antistatic agent or alcohol. Then wipe dry.
- Disinfect your hands, take the glass (only by the edges to avoid fingerprints), remove the film.
- Align it and lightly lower it onto the screen. It will be immediately fixed thanks to a special adhesive coating.
If a speck of dust suddenly gets under the glass, don’t worry. You need to carefully lift it and remove the dust with a piece of tape.
On a smartphone
Sequencing:
- Wash your hands to avoid accidentally getting dirt on the screen.
- Remove the cover. Remove old coating, if any.
- Place the gadget on the table and wipe the screen with a special napkin.
- Remove the protective film from the glass and apply it to the screen, holding it on both sides. In this case, the edges of the protection must match exactly, and the cutouts must align with the speaker or buttons.
- Gently lower it onto the screen and secure it with light movements by sliding your finger from top to bottom in the center.
If dust suddenly gets under the protection during work, it must be removed with tape or a dust collector, and the whole process must be repeated from the beginning.
To tablet
In the case of a tablet, the procedure is almost the same. You just need to be more careful, since the device has big sizes, therefore it is difficult to calculate the ideal glass installation as accurately as possible.
There are the following tricks for this:
- Place the device on a clean surface. They say that it is best to do this in the kitchen or bathroom, as there is... high content There is little moisture in the air, and there is little dust that can settle on the already prepared and cleaned screen.
- Place the protective glass side with the protective film on the screen.
- Check that all holes match.
- Take a piece of tape and glue one part of it to the glass (in the center), and the second to the back panel.
- Again, make sure that the glass fits evenly. Correct if necessary.
- Apply tape on the right and left sides. Roughly speaking, it should look like a book with a front cover in the form of glass, and a back cover in the form of a tablet.
- After all the preparations, clean the screen, remove the protective film from the backing and glue the glass. Scotch tape will help you do this without much difficulty, since everything is already calculated in advance.
This article will tell you in detail how to stick a protective glass on your phone.
Protective glass is a necessary accessory, even for the most budget smartphone, since many users confirm that in many cases the protective glass saved their device from having to replace the touchscreen. At the same time, most smartphone manufacturers already equip devices with protective glass.
But most of all, users are interested in the question of how to properly stick protective glass on a phone. You will learn about this below.
What is safety glass?
Safety glass is nothing more than glass made from controlled chemicals and heat treatments to increase its viscosity.
Figure 1. Protective glass is always supplied with an alcohol wipe and a special tool for removing air.
How does the manufacturing process of protective glass work?
The production of protective glass occurs as follows:
- During manufacturing, glass is first heated at a very high temperature. After sufficient heating, the glass is cooled using special equipment. Thus, the glass surface becomes 20 times stronger compared to its original state, and such glass can be used to protect the screen of a smartphone.
Video: Litu safety glass production process
Which protective glass to choose for your smartphone?
A common question that most smartphone users ask is why it is important to choose the best screen protector for your device. best quality. Well, the main reason is due to its durability and strength.
Why install protective glass on a smartphone and is it necessary?
If we talk about whether it is worth sticking a protective glass on your phone or not, then let’s say that after installing a protective glass on your smartphone, you will no longer have to worry about breaking or scratching your screen.
Additionally, a screen protector can protect your phone from shock if it accidentally falls, thereby protecting your display. In the event of a serious fall, the protective glass may be partially or completely damaged (depending on the force of the fall), but the smartphone screen will remain intact.
How to stick protective glass on a smartphone: step-by-step instructions
1. Prepare your workspace and smartphone
The first and most important step This procedure involves unpacking the kit with protective glass. First, you need to remove the microfiber cloth and alcohol wipe from the bag.
Figure 1: Prepare your phone and remove the contents of the screen protector kit. Attention: Your device must be turned off when installing the protective glass.
2. Remove dust, fingerprints from the display
This is an important step, because if you do not clean the screen of your device, then in the future there will be particles of dust, dirt and traces of your fingerprints on the screen. You can use an alcohol wipe for this.
Figure 2: Remove all dust, fingerprints and marks from your device's screen. 3. Remove the protective layer from the protective glass
After cleaning the screen of your device, you need to remove the protective glass from the kit. There is a layer of film on one side of the protective glass. You need to remove this layer to expose the adhesive side of the glass.
Important: Hold the protective glass by the edges to prevent fingerprints from leaving on the surface.
Figure 3. Grasp the edge of the protective film and remove it from the protective glass. 4. Install protective glass to your smartphone screen
To ensure that the protective glass is installed evenly, you need to pay attention to the bottom and top of the device. Once calibrated and aligned, place your palm on the screen protector to secure it in place.
Figure 4: After installation, smooth the edges of the protective glass to remove any remaining air. How to remove the protective glass from your phone?
To remove the protective glass from your phone, simply pull one edge of the glass. Do not make sudden movements under any circumstances, otherwise the protective glass may crack.
The second protective glass for phones has pushed traditional screen films out of the market. This method protect your favorite device from the consequences of falls, cracks and scratches. It has already proven its effectiveness and reliability. After all, no matter how carefully we handle a smartphone, the risk of dropping it or getting other damage is very high.
Information on how to properly stick protective glass on an iPhone 5, 5 s, 6 or 7 yourself, as well as instructions with a detailed explanation of how to glue and install protection on an iPhone and video with step by step process- look in our article.
What a beginner needs to know
For those who are engaged in such a procedure for the first time, it may seem that this is a very complex process and is handled exclusively by professionals. But after a few trainings you will understand all the subtleties, and in our article you will learn in what order you need to perform the actions. Note that it is not so important whether you stick a protective glass on an iPhone or another phone, it is much more important how you do it. And the algorithm of actions is almost the same. But inexperienced people should start from the back of the smartphone to understand the principle of the process, and only then move on to the screen.
Why do we need protection?
Before installing additional glass, let's find out its main advantages and functions:
Increased stability to the appearance of abrasions and chips. You can even test it yourself: take a pair of scissors and run it across your face covering. There should be no marks or scratches on high-quality material.
Impact energy compensation. The glass should provide protection even if it falls face down. The maximum that can appear on the additional screen is small cracks that do not harm the operation of the display.
Strong fixation. Compared to the process of gluing film, protective glass can be easily installed at home, even if a person has never done this before. A special adhesive composition ensures a secure position on the front of the smartphone. Therefore, removing the additional screen will not be as easy as traditional film, which can be removed without the help of additional tools.
However, there are several disadvantages to this type of protection:
- The phone will become noticeably heavier and thicker.
- The cost of glass is much higher than that of regular film.
- You need to be very careful during the installation process.
Technical features
Typically, the screen thickness remains between 0.2 mm and 0.3 mm.
It consists of 5 layers:
- Silicone. Thanks to it, the glass stays on the display.
- Containing. Even if your iPhone lands poorly on the ground and the display breaks, this coating will prevent it from scattering in all directions.
- Anti-block. This layer helps the screen maintain its original brightness and not fade due to exposure to the sun.
- Protective (the hardest). Its task is to prevent chipping.
- Oleophobic. This type of coating protects the phone from moisture penetration and allows your fingers to slide freely on the front surface of the screen. Fingerprints from the oleophobic layer can be easily erased with a simple cloth.
Tools and devices required for work
For the procedure you will need:
- Two wipes (alcohol and paper). For degreasing the surface and primary cleaning from moisture.
- Dry soft cloth.
- Scotch. Needed to remove debris and dirt
- A few small strips of tape to adjust the screen. They must be placed at the edges of the display to secure them. For experienced smartphone owners, this point can be omitted, but for those who are just learning how to properly glue protective glass on an iPhone (it doesn’t matter what model: 5, 6 or 7), it’s better to play it safe.
- Glass.
Installation of the additional screen is carried out strictly according to the instructions. Most often, an alcohol wipe and adhesive strips are included with the new display. But if the manufacturer did not include them in the kit, you can find an adequate replacement at home. Please note that it is very important to follow step-by-step instructions and don't rush.
How to put a protective glass on an iPhone
First you need to wash your hands thoroughly with soap. Otherwise, greasy fingerprints may remain on the screen.
Prepare your work space. You need to have enough lighting to avoid missing specks or streaks on the display. Also choose a flat surface to install the glass on. This could be a table or other flat space. The main thing is that nothing interferes or distracts you.
First stage
Remove broken glass or old film, if available. To do this, pick them up by the edge and remove them. It is also worth removing the cover for a while so that there are no difficulties during the work process.
Second phase
Preparing the display. After we have thrown away the old glass or film, we need to clean the screen. An alcohol wipe or a cotton pad soaked in perfume will be useful for this. If you don’t have all this at hand, you can take a soft piece of cloth and cologne. Carefully treat the front surface of the smartphone. If you leave untreated areas, the coating may come off and you will have to do it all over again.
After that, wipe the phone with a microfiber cloth or just a dry soft piece of cloth. There should be no streaks, stains or fluff left.
Third stage
Check if there is any dust left on the display? To do this, turn your iPhone towards the light source and all the small dust particles will immediately become visible to you. Try not to touch the screen with your hands to avoid leaving fingerprints.
If a microfiber cloth does not cope with dirt, you need to use tape. Take regular transparent tape and place it on the surface of your smartphone. There is no need to try to glue it, because sticky marks may remain. Pull the strip sharply towards you and all dirt will go away along with the tape. It's best not to use duct tape or double-sided adhesive tapes. They have a very strong hold and can damage the device.
Fourth stage
Take the protective screen and remove the film from the side that will be in contact with the display.
Now place the glass over the front side of the smartphone. This must be done quickly, but you must not touch the surface with your fingers. Then carefully stick it to your smartphone. Everything should happen automatically if you have prepared the surface well and there is no dust or debris on it. If you did everything according to the instructions, you should no longer have any questions about how to stick the glass on your iPhone yourself.
Can the protective screen be reinstalled?
Original protection for iPhone and other phones, can be applied a second time. To do this, you need to carefully remove the protection and wipe the adhesive side of the glass with formic alcohol. Gently treat it with a napkin containing this solution and leave to drain. Then install the screen as in the previous instructions and remove the air with gentle movements from the middle of the display to the edges. Small bubbles will disappear on their own within a day.
Before purchasing an additional screen, you need to think about which glass is right for you and your smartphone.
It is preferable if the glass you choose is not overly thick, since it has been noted that they leave prints from oily hands and faces much more clearly, and not too thin, since they do not provide sufficient strength even in the event of falls and scratches. The optimal thickness is considered to be from 0.2 to 0.35 mm.
There is an opinion that the thicker the screen, the less flexible it is, and this is a disadvantage of such a choice. This is partly true, but difficulties can only arise if you overdo it when bending it during installation - the glass can burst, like any other. The rest of the time there are no concerns - since so far the vast majority of smartphones do not bend.
The glass you intend to purchase should be intended only for your model, and you should find out exactly what it is if you have not already done so. There are opinions on forums that you can cut the screen to fit the desired model. But you need to take into account that when designing glass for a specific model, the manufacturer includes in the design the roundness of the corners, which differs for different models, holes for speakers, photo-video cameras and buttons. And making all these holes yourself beautifully, carefully, without the risk of breaking the glass and without a special tool is almost impossible; the display will almost certainly have to be thrown away.
It is customary for manufacturers to indicate the strength of this product. And on this moment A strength of 9H is considered optimal. Small deviations in both directions are allowed. This is due to the fact that when hit with the end, the glass will most likely be damaged. A less strong material will not cope with a fall on the front side of the device.
If you are not purchasing a display protector remotely, we recommend that you attach the additional screen to your device and check to see if it is distorting the screen image or if there are any yellow casts. The first indicates unscrupulous production and different thicknesses of the glass area, the second indicates poor quality of materials and this yellowness will only become more noticeable over time. In both cases, we recommend that you refuse the purchase and continue your search.
It will be useful to read reviews about a specific model before purchasing. This makes online shopping more convenient. But even if you purchase protective glass in a store, it would be good to take a device with Internet access and look for reviews about the chosen model.
Summarize
We told you how to glue glass on an iPhone and choose reliable protection for the display and gave advice on installing an additional screen. Even if you've never done this before, you can learn our tips and watch training videos. And with due patience and calm, you can definitely protect your smartphone from scratches, falls and chips.
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Indeed, as Felicity noted, “few people succeed the first time.” But what if this “time” is the only one? And is there a high risk of getting poorly glued glass with lakes of air under it? But you can get excellent results the first time. But this requires an understanding of the essence of the process and appropriate equipment of the workplace.
First, I will describe the essence of the process. Since all objects are plastic, when manipulating them, they are easily electrified. And while the old film peels off, the screen is rubbed with a napkin, the film is removed from the new glass, the surface of the screen and the new glass become electrified and manage to attract microparticles from the air. Microparticles fall from clothes, scalp hair... You never know where! We cannot see them with the ordinary eye. But by gluing glass or film to the screen, they begin to be clearly visible as air bubbles. And it will not be possible to remove such a bubble, because the microparticle has already “glued” into the adhesive layer of glass or film. The air would be squeezed out during ironing, but the particle would not. But it creates some kind of cavity for air.
Therefore, the main requirement is to deelectrify the working volume, remove electrical charges from yourself, from clothes, from glass, from the screen.
For this;
1. Prepare a spray bottle. A very convenient bottle (25 - 50 ml) with a pressure sprayer made of ethyl alcohol (buy at a pharmacy). Fill an empty bottle with preferably distilled water with half a drop of Ferry. Read and consider Felicity's addition. Practice spraying thin layers on any item.
2. Choose the table at which you will work. There should be no passing air flows or drafts capable of carrying dust.
3. Wipe the table surface with a damp cloth with a small amount of Ferry. This will remove static from the table surface and remove and bind any remaining dust.
4. Boil a kettle with a spout in advance and place it on the work table on an electric stove, 30 - 40 centimeters from the work area. So that it gives a stream of steam passing 40 - 50 centimeters above the table. This steam will remove static from objects in the work area. But don't overdo it. There should be no condensation in the form of rain or showers.
5. Prepare all the components on the table.
6. Wash your hands and preferably your face with soap a couple of times. When washing your hands, you pass yourself through a stream of water (and water conducts electricity), “ground” through the water supply system. And you will wash away microparticles of skin and fat from your face. This will not only give you clean hands (which is very important), but also refresh yourself before work.
7. Perform all the operations described by the author of the article and use the add-on from Felicity. In 12–17 minutes, if you carefully read the article and recommendations, you will get beautifully glued glass without air inclusions.
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