A cleaning agent for microcrystalline etching glass and a cleaning method using the same

By using cleaning agents containing specific chemical components and automated cleaning methods, the problem of stubborn hydrophobic films on microcrystalline etched glass surfaces that are difficult to remove has been solved, achieving efficient cleaning and stability in subsequent processing, thereby improving product yield and safety.

CN116515563BActive Publication Date: 2026-04-14DONGGUAN YINTAIFENG OPTICAL TECH CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
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Filing Date
2023-04-20
Publication Date
2026-04-14

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Technical Problem

Existing technologies are unable to effectively remove the stubborn hydrophobic film layer on the surface of microcrystalline etched glass, which affects the effect of subsequent processing and causes the coating to peel off.

Method used

The cleaning process employs a cleaning agent containing deionized water, sodium carbonate, sodium polyphosphate, sodium silicate, surfactants, penetrants, wetting agents, and complexing agents, combined with ultrasonic soaking, surface polishing, and high-pressure spray roller brush cleaning methods, assisted by automated hoisting devices.

Benefits of technology

It achieves complete removal of the hydrophobic film layer, improves the cleanliness of the microcrystalline etched glass, ensures the smooth progress of subsequent processing, reduces coating peeling, and improves work efficiency and safety.

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Abstract

The present application relates to the field of microcrystalline glass cleaning, in particular to a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etching glass. The cleaning agent for microcrystalline etching glass comprises the following components by weight: deionized water 950-979 parts, sodium carbonate 10-20 parts, sodium polyphosphate 3-8 parts, sodium silicate 1-3 parts, surfactant 3-5 parts, penetrant 1-3 parts, humectant 2-8 parts, complexing agent 1-3 parts. The present application also provides a cleaning method using the above cleaning agent, comprising the following steps: step S1, inspection basketing of microcrystalline etching glass; step S2, preparation of the cleaning agent for microcrystalline etching glass; step S3, ultrasonic immersion treatment; step S4, surface polishing and cleaning treatment; step S5, high-pressure spray and brush cleaning treatment. The cleaning method provided by the present application can clean the hydrophobic film layer formed by pollutants on the surface of the microcrystalline etching glass, which is beneficial to subsequent secondary silk printing process and other processing technologies on the surface of the microcrystalline etching glass.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of cleaning microcrystalline glass, and in particular to a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass and a cleaning method using the cleaning agent. Background Technology

[0002] Etching is performed on the surface of microcrystalline glass to create a frosted texture, which is then used in various kitchen appliances, such as the front of induction cookers and ceramic cooktops. When used on the front of induction cookers or ceramic cooktops, the high-temperature resistance of the microcrystalline etched glass is required. Generally, decorative underlayer inks of different colors with medium to high temperatures are printed on the back of the microcrystalline etched glass, and a high-temperature resistant and easy-to-clean coating is sprayed on the front.

[0003] The surface of microcrystalline etched glass, obtained through etching, exhibits an uneven structure. After medium-temperature screen printing, this structure becomes contaminated with screen printing solvent oil and stubborn silicone oil. These contaminants adhere to the surface of the microcrystalline etched glass, forming a hydrophobic film. This hydrophobic film is extremely stubborn on the uneven surface of the microcrystalline etched glass and is very difficult to clean even with flatbed or ultrasonic cleaners. However, if this hydrophobic film is not thoroughly removed, it will severely affect the effectiveness of subsequent processing techniques such as nano-coating, film deposition, and secondary screen printing. Furthermore, insufficient coating adhesion can lead to coating peeling during use, failing to meet customer requirements.

[0004] The aforementioned deficiencies are what those skilled in the art would like to overcome. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the above-mentioned defects in the prior art. The first aspect of this invention provides a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass.

[0006] Based on the first aspect of the present invention, the second aspect of the present invention also provides a cleaning method using the cleaning agent.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0008] A cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass, comprising the following components in parts by weight:

[0009]

[0010] Furthermore, the surfactant is selected from any one of cocoyl glucoside, lauryl glucoside, and cetearyl glucoside.

[0011] A cleaning method using a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass as described above includes the following steps:

[0012] Step S1, Inspection and Basket Loading of Microcrystalline Etched Glass:

[0013] Inspect the microcrystalline etched glass after screen printing and fix it in a basket;

[0014] Step S2, Preparation of cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass:

[0015] Take the prescribed amount of deionized water into a container, heat it, and then add the prescribed amounts of sodium carbonate, sodium polyphosphate, sodium silicate, surfactant, penetrant, wetting agent (3 parts) and complexing agent. Stir well to obtain a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass.

[0016] Step S3, Ultrasonic Immersion Treatment:

[0017] Pour the cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass prepared in step S2 into the liquid tank. Take the microcrystalline etched glass that has been fixed in the basket in step S1 and immerse it in the cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass for ultrasonic immersion cleaning. Then use clean water to rinse the surface of the microcrystalline etched glass under high pressure. After the high pressure rinsing is completed, place the microcrystalline etched glass in a clean water tank so that the surface of the microcrystalline etched glass is in an immersion and moisturizing state.

[0018] Step S4: Surface polishing and cleaning treatment:

[0019] The surface of the microcrystalline etched glass is polished and cleaned to remove stubborn stains.

[0020] Step S5: High-pressure spray roller brush cleaning treatment:

[0021] Place the etched surface of the microcrystalline etched glass upwards. After surface polishing and cleaning, the microcrystalline etched glass is subjected to high-pressure spraying and roller brush treatment. After completion, the microcrystalline etched glass is removed.

[0022] Furthermore, in step S1, the basket is made by welding acid-resistant PP components.

[0023] Furthermore, in step S2, the deionized water in the container is heated to 70°C to 90°C; after the remaining components are added to the container, the stirring speed is 600 rpm to 800 rpm.

[0024] Furthermore, in step S3, the glass is automatically hoisted using a glass hoisting device. The horizontal cylinder of the glass hoisting device is activated, and the basket is moved within the slide rail by a robotic arm, thereby immersing the microcrystalline etched glass in a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass.

[0025] Furthermore, in step S3, the temperature of the cleaning agent used for microcrystalline etched glass is 70°C to 80°C.

[0026] Preferably, in step S3, the amount of cleaning agent used for microcrystalline etched glass is replenished every four hours at a rate of 5% to 8%.

[0027] Furthermore, in step S3, the microcrystalline etched glass is immersed in a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass, and the ultrasonic immersion cleaning time is 20 min to 25 min.

[0028] Preferably, in step S3, the ultrasonic power during ultrasonic immersion cleaning is 28K.

[0029] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0030] 1. This invention provides a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass and a cleaning method using the above-mentioned cleaning agent, which can effectively clean the hydrophobic film layer adhering to the surface of microcrystalline etched glass, with good cleaning effect; it is beneficial for subsequent processing of microcrystalline etched glass such as secondary screen printing process, resulting in high product yield, reducing the phenomenon of coating peeling off during use due to insufficient coating adhesion, and providing a good user experience.

[0031] 2. By using a glass hoisting device to automatically hoist the glass, the basket containing the microcrystalline etched glass is completely immersed in a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass. The automated operation through robotic arms and programs helps stabilize process parameters in the process flow, saves time for manual handling, ensures the safety of workers, and improves work efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0032] Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating the cleaning method provided by the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0034] A cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass, comprising the following components in parts by weight:

[0035]

[0036]

[0037] Preferably, the composition comprises 976 parts deionized water, 10.8 parts sodium carbonate, 3.5 parts sodium polyphosphate, 1.5 parts sodium silicate, 3 parts surfactant, 1.2 parts penetrant, 3 parts wetting agent, and 1 part complexing agent.

[0038] Furthermore, the surfactant is selected from any one of cocoyl glucoside, lauryl glucoside, and cetearyl glucoside.

[0039] Preferably, the surfactant is cocoyl glucoside, which has a lower cost.

[0040] A cleaning method using a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass as described above includes the following steps:

[0041] Step S1, Inspection and Basket Loading of Microcrystalline Etched Glass:

[0042] Inspect the microcrystalline etched glass after screen printing and fix it in a basket;

[0043] Step S2: Prepare a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass:

[0044] Take the prescribed amount of deionized water into a container, heat it, and then add the prescribed amounts of sodium carbonate, sodium polyphosphate, sodium silicate, surfactant, penetrant, wetting agent and complexing agent. Stir well to obtain a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass.

[0045] Step S3, Ultrasonic Immersion Treatment:

[0046] Pour the cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass prepared in step S2 into the liquid tank. Take the microcrystalline etched glass that has been fixed in the basket in step S1 and immerse it in the cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass for ultrasonic immersion cleaning. Then use clean water to rinse the surface of the microcrystalline etched glass under high pressure. After the high pressure rinsing is completed, place the microcrystalline etched glass in a clean water tank so that the surface of the microcrystalline etched glass is in an immersion and moisturizing state.

[0047] Step S4: Surface polishing and cleaning treatment:

[0048] The surface of the microcrystalline etched glass is polished and cleaned to remove stubborn stains.

[0049] Step S5: High-pressure spray roller brush cleaning treatment:

[0050] Place the etched surface of the microcrystalline etched glass upwards. After surface polishing and cleaning, the microcrystalline etched glass is subjected to high-pressure spraying and roller brush treatment. After completion, the microcrystalline etched glass is removed.

[0051] Furthermore, the microcrystalline etched glass in step S1 is a transparent microcrystalline glass or a colored microcrystalline glass.

[0052] Furthermore, in step S1, the basket is made by welding acid-resistant PP components.

[0053] Furthermore, in step S2, the deionized water in the container is heated to 70°C to 90°C; after the remaining components are added to the container, the stirring speed is 600 rpm to 800 rpm.

[0054] Furthermore, in step S3, the glass is automatically hoisted using a glass hoisting device. The horizontal cylinder of the glass hoisting device is activated, and the basket is moved within the slide rail by a robotic arm, thereby immersing the microcrystalline etched glass in a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass.

[0055] Furthermore, in step S3, the temperature of the cleaning agent used for microcrystalline etched glass is 70°C to 80°C.

[0056] Preferably, in step S3, the amount of cleaning agent used for microcrystalline etched glass is replenished every four hours at a rate of 5% to 8%.

[0057] Furthermore, in step S3, the microcrystalline etched glass is immersed in a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass, and the ultrasonic immersion cleaning time is 20 min to 25 min.

[0058] Preferably, in step S3, the ultrasonic power during ultrasonic immersion cleaning is 28K.

[0059] The following two examples further illustrate the implementation methods and beneficial effects of the present invention.

[0060] Example 1

[0061] The microcrystalline etched glass in this embodiment is a transparent microcrystalline etched glass that has undergone screen printing.

[0062] (1) Inspect the microcrystalline etched glass and load it into a basket:

[0063] The microcrystalline etched glass, after screen printing, is inspected and then secured in a basket. Specifically, the basket is made of welded PP acid-resistant components.

[0064] (2) Prepare a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass:

[0065] Take 976 parts of deionized water into a container and heat it to 70℃~90℃. Then add 10.8 parts of sodium carbonate, 3.5 parts of sodium polyphosphate, 1.5 parts of sodium silicate, 3 parts of surfactant, 1.2 parts of penetrant, 3 parts of wetting agent and 1 part of complexing agent. Stir at a speed of 600rpm~800rpm until homogeneous to obtain a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass.

[0066] Specifically, in this embodiment, the surfactant is cocoyl glucoside.

[0067] (3) Perform ultrasonic immersion treatment:

[0068] a. Pour the prepared cleaning agent for microcrystalline etching glass into the liquid tank, and maintain the temperature of the cleaning agent for microcrystalline etching glass at 70℃~80℃.

[0069] b. Use a glass hoisting device to automatically hoist the glass. Start the horizontal cylinder of the glass hoisting device and use the robotic arm to move the basket in the slide rail. Soak the microcrystalline etched glass, which is fixed in the basket, in a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass and perform ultrasonic immersion cleaning. The immersion cleaning time is 20 min to 25 min, and the ultrasonic power during immersion cleaning is 28K.

[0070] c. Use clean water to high-pressure rinse the surface of the microcrystalline etched glass.

[0071] d. After high-pressure rinsing, place the microcrystalline etched glass in a clean water tank to keep the surface of the microcrystalline etched glass in a moisturizing state.

[0072] Specifically, the cleaning agent used for microcrystalline etching glass in the liquid tank needs to be replenished every four hours, with a replenishment amount of 5% to 8%.

[0073] (4) Perform surface polishing and cleaning:

[0074] The surface of the microcrystalline etched glass is polished and cleaned to remove stubborn stains.

[0075] (5) Perform high-pressure spray roller brush cleaning treatment:

[0076] Place the etched surface of the microcrystalline etched glass upwards, and then subject the surface-polished and cleaned microcrystalline etched glass to high-pressure spray roller brush treatment. After completion, remove the microcrystalline etched glass.

[0077] Water droplet angle test: Water droplet angle tests were conducted on microcrystalline etched glass before and after cleaning according to Example 1. The test results are shown in Table 1.

[0078] Table 1: Results of water droplet angle test on microcrystalline etched glass before and after cleaning in Example 1.

[0079]

[0080] When the water droplet angle test result is less than 15 degrees, it indicates that the surface of the microcrystalline etched glass is highly clean and the cleaning effect is good.

[0081] As shown in Table 1, the water droplet angle test results of the microcrystalline etched glass after cleaning in Example 1 are all between 10 and 15 degrees. The surface cleanliness of the microcrystalline etched glass after cleaning in Example 1 is high, and the cleaning effect of the cleaning method provided in Example 1 is good.

[0082] Example 2

[0083] The microcrystalline etched glass in this embodiment is black microcrystalline etched glass that has undergone screen printing.

[0084] (1) Inspect the microcrystalline etched glass and load it into a basket:

[0085] The microcrystalline etched glass, after screen printing, is inspected and then secured in a basket. Specifically, the basket is made of welded PP acid-resistant components.

[0086] (2) Prepare a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass:

[0087] Take 976 parts of deionized water into a container and heat it to 70℃~90℃. Then add 10.8 parts of sodium carbonate, 3.5 parts of sodium polyphosphate, 1.5 parts of sodium silicate, 3 parts of surfactant, 1.2 parts of penetrant, 3 parts of wetting agent and 1 part of complexing agent. Stir at a speed of 600rpm~800rpm until homogeneous to obtain a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass.

[0088] Specifically, in this embodiment, the surfactant is cocoyl glucoside.

[0089] (3) Perform ultrasonic immersion treatment:

[0090] a. Pour the prepared cleaning agent for microcrystalline etching glass into the liquid tank, and maintain the temperature of the cleaning agent for microcrystalline etching glass at 70℃~80℃.

[0091] b. Use a glass hoisting device to automatically hoist the glass. Start the horizontal cylinder of the glass hoisting device and use the robotic arm to move the basket in the slide rail. Soak the microcrystalline etched glass, which is fixed in the basket, in a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass and perform ultrasonic immersion cleaning. The immersion cleaning time is 20 min to 25 min, and the ultrasonic power during immersion cleaning is 28K.

[0092] c. Use clean water to high-pressure rinse the surface of the microcrystalline etched glass.

[0093] d. After high-pressure rinsing, place the microcrystalline etched glass in a clean water tank to keep the surface of the microcrystalline etched glass in a moisturizing state.

[0094] Specifically, the cleaning agent used for microcrystalline etching glass in the liquid tank needs to be replenished every four hours, with a replenishment amount of 5% to 8%.

[0095] (4) Perform surface polishing and cleaning:

[0096] The surface of the microcrystalline etched glass is polished and cleaned to remove stubborn stains.

[0097] (5) Perform high-pressure spray roller brush cleaning treatment:

[0098] Place the etched surface of the microcrystalline etched glass upwards, and then subject the surface-polished and cleaned microcrystalline etched glass to high-pressure spray roller brush treatment. After completion, remove the microcrystalline etched glass.

[0099] Water droplet angle test: Water droplet angle tests were conducted on the microcrystalline etched glass before and after cleaning in Example 2. The test results are shown in Table 2.

[0100] Table 2: Results of water droplet angle test on microcrystalline etched glass before and after cleaning in Example 2.

[0101]

[0102] When the water droplet angle test result is less than 15 degrees, it indicates that the surface of the microcrystalline etched glass is highly clean and the cleaning effect is good.

[0103] As shown in Table 2, the water droplet angle test results of the microcrystalline etched glass after cleaning in Example 2 are all between 10 and 15 degrees. The surface cleanliness of the microcrystalline etched glass after cleaning in Example 2 is high, and the cleaning effect of the cleaning method provided in Example 2 is good.

[0104] The above embodiments are preferred embodiments of the present invention, but the embodiments of the present invention are not limited to the above embodiments. Any changes, modifications, substitutions, combinations, or simplifications made without departing from the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be considered equivalent substitutions and shall be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cleaning method for a cleaning agent used in microcrystalline etched glass, characterized in that, The cleaning method uses a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass, characterized in that it comprises the following components in parts by weight: 950-979 parts deionized water Sodium carbonate 10.8 parts 3.5 parts sodium polyphosphate 1.5 parts sodium silicate 3-5 parts of surfactant 1-3 parts of penetrant 2-8 parts of wetting agent Complexing agent 1-3 parts; The cleaning method is used to remove the hydrophobic film layer formed on the surface after screen printing, and includes the following steps: Step S1, Inspection and Basket Loading of Microcrystalline Etched Glass: Inspect the microcrystalline etched glass after screen printing and fix it in a basket; Step S2, Preparation of cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass: Take the prescribed amount of deionized water into a container, heat it, and then add the prescribed amounts of sodium carbonate, sodium polyphosphate, sodium silicate, surfactant, penetrant, wetting agent and complexing agent. Stir well to obtain a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass. Step S3, Ultrasonic Immersion Treatment: Pour the cleaning agent for microcrystalline etching glass prepared in step S2 into a liquid tank, wherein the temperature of the cleaning agent for microcrystalline etching glass is 70℃~80℃; immerse the microcrystalline etching glass, which has been fixed in a basket in step S1, in the cleaning agent for microcrystalline etching glass and perform ultrasonic immersion cleaning for 20min~25min, with an ultrasonic power of 28K; then rinse the surface of the microcrystalline etching glass with clean water under high pressure. After high pressure rinsing, place the microcrystalline etching glass in a clean water tank to keep the surface of the microcrystalline etching glass in an immersion and moisturizing state. Step S4: Surface polishing and cleaning treatment: The surface of the microcrystalline etched glass is polished and cleaned to remove stubborn stains. Step S5: High-pressure spray roller brush cleaning treatment: Place the etched surface of the microcrystalline etched glass upwards. After surface polishing and cleaning, the microcrystalline etched glass is subjected to high-pressure spraying and roller brush treatment. After completion, the microcrystalline etched glass is removed.

2. The cleaning method for a cleaning agent used in microcrystalline etched glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, The surfactant is selected from any one of cocoyl glucoside, lauryl glucoside, and cetearyl glucoside.

3. The cleaning method for a cleaning agent used in microcrystalline etched glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step S1, the basket is made by welding acid-resistant PP components.

4. A cleaning method for a cleaning agent used in microcrystalline etched glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step S2, the deionized water in the container is heated to 70°C to 90°C; after the remaining components are added to the container, the stirring speed is 600 rpm to 800 rpm.

5. A cleaning method for a cleaning agent used in microcrystalline etched glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step S3, the glass is automatically hoisted using a glass hoisting device. The horizontal cylinder of the glass hoisting device is activated, and the basket is moved within the slide rail by a robotic arm, thereby immersing the microcrystalline etched glass in a cleaning agent for microcrystalline etched glass.

6. A cleaning method for a cleaning agent used in microcrystalline etched glass according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step S3, the cleaning agent used for microcrystalline etched glass is replenished at a rate of 5% to 8% every four hours.

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