Extended firing range enamels to produce frost effects
US8092911B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 7, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 10, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 18, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC03C2217/77
- WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention provides an enamel composition that imparts a frosted appearance to glass articles such as bottles and windows while allowing a wide firing range and maintaining consistent properties such as gloss and light transmittance. The composition comprises a zinc borosilicate glass frit with one or more crystalline materials added thereto.
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