Why does tempered glass suddenly explode? Tempered glass customization quotation in Shenzhen


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Jul 11,2025

Although tempered glass has high strength, it may spontaneously explode under certain conditions. The main reason is that the glass contains trace amounts of nickel sulfide impurities. When the ambient temperature changes or long-term stress accumulation reaches a certain critical value, it may cause the internal stress of the glass to release and fracture.

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Although the probability of spontaneous explosion is low (usually around 0.3%), in high-rise buildings or areas with high traffic flow, it is recommended to use laminated tempered glass or heat soak treatment to reduce the risk.

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Engineering design should fully consider glass thickness, installation methods, and edge processing quality to avoid structural failure.

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