Screen protector with 9H hardness that doesn't break – Hybrid glass clear

This article explains how modern screen protectors effectively safeguard your device from chips and cracks. It explains why shatterproof hybrid glass doesn't break and how the special material blend is harder than classic tempered glass to protect your smartphone display, even from drops. We also present specific products here and show how their technology works.

How does 9H hardness hybrid glass prevent shattering?

The OnScreen Hybrid glass achieves 9H hardness according to ISO 15184, while remaining flexible and bendable. This combination of elasticity and a glass-hard surface makes it significantly different from conventional tempered glass in daily use. Thanks to this property, the screen protector remains intact during jolts or impacts. shatterproof and forms no splinters.

Flexibility meets glass-hard surface

The hybrid glass combines 250 µm elastic PET base material plus a 45 µm thick elastic silicone adhesive layer with a 50 µm hard real glass layer that does not splinter or break. This absorbs point forces, preventing the hybrid glass from breaking. The 0.3 mm thin construction is up to five times more resistant acts like conventional tempered glass, but is still flexible like a protective film. 

If the device falls from heights between 1.5 m and 2 m, Does the hybrid glass deform similar to a foil, but does not form dangerous splinters. Conventional tempered glass would tear, break, and splinter under identical conditions, releasing sharp fragments. This way, your smartphone display remains completely intact even under harsh conditions.

Impact energy is absorbed instead of transmitted

The elastic silicone layer of the OnScreen® Hybrid glass absorbs impact energy and distributes it over a large area across the entire composite. This allows the glass-hard surface to achieve its full shatterproof effect and retain its 9H hardness even after repeated impacts. Your smartphone display remains unharmed because no shards are created that could weaken the surface. This is an invaluable advantage, especially in commercial areas, because hybrid glass complies with strict safety regulations.

In the lab test, it survived OnScreen® Hybrid glass withstood multiple falls from a height of two meters onto concrete, without visible damage to show. In contrast, pure armored glass shattered on the very first impact. Microscopic images after numerous hammer blows also showed no cracks – clear proof that this hybrid glass does not break.

Hammer blow test confirms fracture resistance

With a direct hammer blow, the hybrid glass remains absolutely shatterproof, while real glass films, also called tempered glass films, immediately shatter into splintering pieces. The combination of a hard glass surface with an elastic polymer film effectively stops crack formation and ensures that your screen protector can withstand even extreme stress.

Thus, it proves OnScreen® Hybridglass Impressively, hybrid glass does not break and releases no shards. Whether for everyday private use or industrial applications – this screen protector with 9H hardness ensures that your smartphone display remains unharmed even after severe falls.

Extreme test confirms indestructibility against heat and blows

In a practical extreme test, the impressive properties of the Hybrid glasses proven under the harshest conditions. To do this, the material was deliberately exposed to extreme heat, sparks, and heavy hammer blows to test its load limits under realistic conditions.

Minutes of bombardment by sparks without breakthrough

During the experiment, glowing sparks rained down from about 60 centimeters away for several minutes onto the OnScreen OnScreen® Hybridglass. Despite extreme temperatures of individual sparks exceeding 1,000°C, not a single breakthrough was observed – only minimal clouding was visible, which however optical clarity and retained full protective effect. This impressively demonstrates that even long-term localized stresses can screen protection can't stand anything.

• Sparking time: Minutes of continuous exposure without any breakthrough or hole formation
• Temperature load: Spark temperature over 1,000 °C, yet it remained OnScreen® Hybridglass completely intact
• Visibility A test area of 40 x 50 cm on a silver-gray plexiglass plate demonstrates its high resistance to sparks.
• Protective effect The underlying plexiglass sheet remained completely undamaged, no Splitter or cracks

After the spark bombardment, a powerful hammer blow followed on the plexiglass pane. As the plexiglass shattered, the above it OnScreen® Hybridglass stand – compelling proof of its exceptional shatter resistance and flexibility. The hybrid glass withstood the hammer blow!

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Temperature resistance from -30°C to +140°C

A reliable screen protection must cope with temperature peaks without losing its protective properties. The OnScreen Hybrid Glass remains dimensionally stable from -30°C to +140°C, without cracks or delamination – even with rapid temperature changes in winter or at hot industrial sites.

Even at 100% relative humidity % and 140°C, neither surface swelling nor delamination occurs. The special combination of 216 µm carrier glass and a 50 µm elastic silicone adhesive layer prevents thermal bloating and preserves the long-term optical clarity and enables reliable protection – even after numerous Stress testCycles.

Chemical resistance for industrial and medical applications

A modern screen protector must also function reliably under extreme conditions with aggressive substances. Our shatterproof hybrid glass impresses with its comprehensive chemical resistance and shows no signs of swelling, cracking, or color change, even after prolonged exposure. Its excellent optical clarity remains fully intact.

29 chemicals tested without material damage

In the laboratory, the hybrid glass underwent rigorous testing: it was exposed to 29 different chemicals for 300 seconds each, four times. After each cycle, the surface remained completely intact. This result confirms the exceptional chemical resistance of our material for demanding industrial applications.

• Solvent resistance Ethanol 96% %, propanol, isopropanol, and acetone neither cause swelling, discoloration, nor dissolution.
• Acids and Bases: Hydrochloric acid, sulfuric acid, and caustic soda in various concentrations will not cause cracks, corrosion, or cloudiness.
• Fuels and Oils Even after four five-minute cycles with gasoline, diesel, rapeseed oil, or olive oil, no microscopic damage is detectable.
• Broad Applicability Due to its high durability, the material is ideally suited for automotive applications, outdoor equipment, laboratory technology, the food industry, and sensitive photographic equipment.

Even after extreme stress, the structure, excellent scratch resistance, and optical clarity of OnScreen Hybrid glasses fully preserved. These results clearly demonstrate that our screen protector reliably protects against chemical influences while offering maximum transparency.

Disinfectants and acids without clouding

Especially in the medical field, daily disinfection is essential. Our hybrid glass is resistant to common disinfectants such as Sterillium and Sagrotan, as well as 12.5-%% hypochlorite solution. This ensures that the screen protector remains permanently clear and shows no impairment in its function.

Even strong solutions such as 10%%or 37%%hydrochloric or sulfuric acid, as well as 10%%or 50%%sodium hydroxide, cause no corrosion. This makes the shatterproof hybrid glass perfectly suitable for cleanrooms, laboratories, and cleaning stations where aggressive substances are used.

A practical example: A hospital can regularly clean patient monitors with high-percentage disinfectants without fearing signs of wear. The scratch-resistant screen protector remains fully functional for years, maintaining its unrestricted optical clarity.

RoHS and REACH certification for safe use

Our OnScreen Hybrid Glass meets all RoHS and REACH directive requirements and is free of prohibited substances. These certifications guarantee chemical-resistant safety for people, devices, and the environment.

Since the material is also fully recyclable, it contributes to a smaller ecological footprint for sensitive devices. Users in the medical and food industries can thus benefit from durable display protection without compromising on health or sustainability.

Optical clarity and touch function remain unchanged

A high-quality screen protector should never compromise your user experience. Our hybrid glass provides optimal protection while maintaining complete transparency and one precise touch sensitivity. You will hardly notice a difference from the unprotected surface.

99 % Transparency for brilliant color reproduction

Clear hybrid glass

The optical clarity of this material is impressive: a light transmission of 95-98 % ± 2 % (according to ASTM D 1003) ensures that your display appears almost as if it has no protection. Brightness and color reproduction remain unchanged – even demanding tasks in graphics or photography are possible without restrictions.

• Color accuracy Color accuracy of > 98 % in the visible spectrum (400–800 nm) – essential for creative professionals
• No clouding Even under heavy use or temperature fluctuations, visibility remains crystal clear.
• Wide range of applications: Ideal for medical displays where precise image rendering can be vital
• Durability Even after prolonged use or frequent impacts, the hybrid glass shows no clouding.

Apply hybrid glass

Applying a hybrid glass is incredibly simple. First, thoroughly clean the display and make sure it's free of dust and grease.

Peel off the carrier foil. Then align one edge with the display edge. Next, bring the rest of the hybrid glass into contact with the display piece by piece. Done! Squeeze out any trapped air bubbles with a soft cloth.

We show the assembly in the following video.

Anti-reflective coating available

Our hybrid screen protector can be enhanced with outstanding special properties if needed: For brightly lit environments or outdoor use, we offer a matte anti-glare variant. It reduces disturbing reflections without compromising protective capabilities – perfect for outdoor use or bright production halls. OnSscreen® Matte anti-glare hybrid glass combines an anti-glare surface with the proven durability of HybridGlass material.

Sustainable Production in Germany

Neoxum manufactures its high-quality OnScreen Hybrid Glass entirely at its German location, adhering to strict quality standards. Each individual pane undergoes a thorough inspection and is then cut to size with precise laser technology. This guarantees maximum safety and an exact fit.

Certified production according to DIN ISO 9001

As a leading Hybrid glass manufacturer Neoxum operates on the basis of DIN ISO 9001 certification, thereby ensuring consistently high quality standards. Multi-stage testing processes systematically eliminate manufacturing defects and preserve reliable protective properties throughout the entire production cycle.

• Laser machining State-of-the-art systems cut with a precision of a tenth of a millimeter, taking into account the exact positions of sensors and camera openings.
• Format variety screen protection in sizes from 1 to 120 inches for smartphones, tablets, monitors, and industrial displays.
• Application areas: The OnScreen Hybrid Glass protects displays of Apple iPhones just as reliably as heavily used industrial touch panels.
• Customization Individual solutions for industries such as banking, logistics, outdoor equipment, and other specialized areas complete the portfolio.

Manufacturing in Germany shortens transport routes, simplifies quality control, and delivers a product that provides reliable protection even under extreme conditions.

Environmentally friendly manufacturing without material waste

One Sustainable hybrid glass To produce is a core principle of Neoxum. The company uses photovoltaic electricity, relies on an all-electric fleet, and minimizes waste through millimeter-precise laser processing.

Pure material recycling and complete material recovery are firmly anchored in the production concept. This keeps the OnScreen OnScreen® Hybridglass 100 percent recyclable and does not harm the environment. This is how your screen protection reliable security with responsible use of natural resources.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can have hybrid glass produced in all imaginable shapes and sizes, quantities, with or without packaging (also in your corporate design). Contact us!