chanfer edges on laminated glass?

Started by jtvrdy on 17 November 2004. 8 replies.

Originally posted at johnlsayers.com, topic 2677.

this is just rought cuted liminated glass 5+5+5 ,not sure if I can left it as it is o it will be better to chanfer the edges ?
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thanks,
Josep, I'm not much of a "glass man", but my suspicions were confirmed by this - http://www.opticalwindows.co.uk/glassmachining.html Specifically read the part under "Bevelling/Chamfering/Arising" - and under that, specifically the part about strength and handling properties... STeve
Even THINKING about being cut from the sharp edge of a pane of glass makes me shiver and cringe. :eek: Paul :)
thanks Steve, yes it will be better to chanfer the edges because these litle cracks on the edges can become biger.... as for handling, is extrange but you can pass your hand without any cut...
Yeah, my main worry was cracks spreading; in ANY construction material, radiusing edges reduces or eliminates this. From a handling standpoint, you should ALWAYS wear gloves when working with potentially sharp edges anyway, and once the glass is in place that woudln't be a problem, since it will be bedded in EPDM rubber or similar... Steve
we will use gloves sure, and also a windy(?not sure if this is the correct word) to put the glass on the frame.
Looking good, Josep - what's the rest of your window design look like? Steve