| Soda-Lime Glass |
Silica (SiO₂), soda (Na₂CO₃), lime (CaO) |
Affordable, transparent, and brittle under sudden temperature changes |
Used in windows, bottles, jars, and everyday items. |
| Boro-Silicate Glass |
Silica (SiO₂), boron oxide (B₂O₃) |
High heat resistance, durable, resistant to chemicals |
Used in laboratory equipment, kitchenware, and thermometers. |
| Silica Glass (Quartz) |
Pure silica (SiO₂) |
Extremely high heat resistance (up to 2000°C), transparent to UV and IR light, non-reactive |
Used in fibre optics, UV lamps, high-temperature furnaces, and scientific instruments. |
| Alkali-Silicate Glass |
Silica (SiO₂), alkali oxides (Na₂O, K₂O), less lime |
Soft, easy to shape, durable in industrial settings, moderate chemical resistance |
Used in industrial processes, adhesives, and sealants. |
| Lead Glass |
Silica (SiO₂), soda, lime, lead oxide |
Clear, shiny, heavier than other glass types, enhances light transmission and brilliance |
Used in light bulbs, tubes, decorative glassware, and radiation shielding applications. |
| Optical Glass |
Silica (SiO₂), soda, lime, barium oxide, boron |
High clarity, precise light transmission, resistant to imperfections |
Used in spectacles, microscopes, telescopes, and camera lenses. |
| Colored Glass |
Soda lime glass with added metal oxides |
Produces a variety of colours, aesthetic and decorative appeal |
Used in stained glass windows, coloured bottles, and artistic crafts. |
| Processed Glass |
Glass treated for reinforcement or other specific uses |
Enhanced strength, impact resistance, and versatility for industrial and decorative purposes |
Used in construction (windows, doors), automotive windscreens, and interior design items. |
