Metal glasses have always been a classic element in the fashion industry, and their unique texture and style attract many consumers. However, metal glasses are not only beautiful in appearance, their internal plating process also gives the glasses additional protection and personalized characteristics. This paper will deeply discuss the electroplating process of metal glasses, including its function, classification, production process and development trend.
1. The function of electroplating process
The plating process of metal glasses mainly have two functions: protection and beauty.
Protection: The electroplating process can form a film on the metal surface, improve the corrosion resistance of the glasses, prevent oxidation and corrosion, and extend the service life of the glasses. At the same time, this film can also improve the anti-slip performance of the glasses and increase the comfort of wearing.
Beauty: The plating process can also add a variety of colors and luster to metal glasses, from a single metallic color to a rich color, and even form unique patterns and textures, greatly enriching the appearance of metal glasses.
2. Classification of electroplating process
The electroplating process of metal glasses mainly has the following types:
Electrophoresis: Electrophoresis refers to the process of moving charged particles in a solution and depositing them on electrodes under the action of an electric field. In the manufacture of metal glasses, electrophoretic process is often used to coat the frames and feet of glasses with metal layers to increase their protective properties and aesthetic effects.
Spraying: The spraying process is to spray paint on the surface of metal glasses to form a decorative coating. This process is often used to achieve a variety of colors and patterns.
Vacuum ion plating: Vacuum ion plating is the use of physical meteorological deposition (PVD) technology under high vacuum conditions, the metal or non-metallic material film is plated on the surface of metal glasses. This process can greatly improve the hardness, wear resistance and corrosion resistance of the glasses, but also give the glasses a more unique appearance.
3. Production process
The production process of metal glasses electroplating process is roughly as follows:
Pre-treatment: First of all, the surface of the metal glasses is cleaned to remove the oil and oxide layer to ensure the adhesion and protection of the coating.
Plating: Depending on the plating process chosen, a metal layer is deposited on the surface of the glasses after cleaning. Among them, the electrophoresis process requires the eyeglasses to be immersed in the electrophoresis solution, through direct current; The spraying process requires the coating to be evenly sprayed on the surface of the glasses; The vacuum ion plating needs to be coated by physical meteorological deposition technology under high vacuum.
Post-treatment: After electroplating is complete, post-treatment is required to enhance the performance and beauty of the coating. This includes curing treatment, corrosion resistance treatment, surface finishing, etc.
4. Development trend
With the progress of science and technology and the improvement of environmental awareness, the metal glasses electroplating process is also constantly developing and improving.
Environmental protection: Traditional electroplating processes often involve heavy metals and harmful chemicals, causing certain pollution to the environment. Therefore, the development of environmentally friendly electroplating process has become the development trend of the industry. For example, research on new environmentally friendly electrophoretic paint, promote the application of water-based paint and other environmentally friendly materials.
Quality: In order to improve the quality and durability of electroplating, researchers have been exploring new processes and materials. For example, using nanotechnology to improve the hardness, wear and corrosion resistance of electrodeposited coatings; Or use polymer materials to increase the adhesion and insulation properties of the coating.
Personalization: With the increase in consumer demand for the personalized appearance of glasses, the plating process is also developing in the direction of diversification and personalization. For example, the use of micromachining technology to create a variety of unique patterns and textures on the surface of metal glasses; Or combined with 3D printing technology to achieve customized production of metal glasses.
5. Conclusion
The electroplating process of metal glasses not only improves the protective performance and aesthetic effect of glasses, but also provides the possibility for the personalized production of glasses. With the continuous progress of science and technology, we have reason to believe that the future metal glasses electroplating process will be more environmentally friendly, high quality and meet individual needs, bringing better experience to consumers.
