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Professional 5mm tempered glass manufacturer. 5mm toughened glass is the thinnest, lightest safety glass — ideal for small shower doors, kitchen splashbacks, furniture tops, display cases, and greenhouse glazing. 4-5× stronger than annealed, ~12.5 kg/㎡. Max size 3300×6000mm. EN 12150 / CE / ASTM C1048 / AS-NZS 2208 certified. Indicative FOB price USD 8-12/㎡.
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3/16" Ultra-Light, Budget-Friendly Safety Glass for Small Showers, Splashbacks, Furniture & Display
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Glass Thickness | 5mm (3/16") |
| Glass Type | Fully Tempered |
| Maximum Size | 3300 × 14800 mm |
| Processing | Cutting / Edging / Drilling / CNC / Lamination / IGU |
| Heat Soak Test | Available (EN 14179) |
| Low-Iron | Available |
| Laminated | Available (PVB / SGP) |
| IGU | Available |
| Certification | EN 12150 / CE / ASTM / AS-NZS |
| MOQ | 100 ㎡ |
| Price | Request Quote |
💡 5mm is the "ultra-light entry point" into tempered glass — the thinnest, lightest, and most cost-effective safety glass available. At just ~12.5 kg/㎡, it is ideal for applications where weight and budget are the primary concerns, and spans are short. While it lacks the stiffness of thicker options, it meets safety glazing requirements for many residential and light commercial uses where the glass is fully framed or well-supported.
5mm Tempered Glass — also known as 5mm Toughened Glass or 3/16 Inch Tempered Glass — is the thinnest standard safety glass produced by controlled thermal treatment. Quality 5mm float glass is heated to approximately 570-610℃ and then rapidly cooled with high-pressure, uniformly distributed air jets (rapid quenching). This creates a surface compressive stress layer (≥ 64 MPa) while the interior retains compensating tensile stress, delivering 4 to 5 times higher impact and bending strength than ordinary annealed glass.
5mm's unique positioning is: "the thickness that makes safety affordable for everyone." It is the most economical way to comply with building codes requiring safety glazing. It is widely used in budget-conscious residential projects, mass-produced furniture, and applications where glass must be replaced frequently (greenhouses, display cases).
📸 (Suggested images: 5mm shower door / kitchen splashback / glass shelf / greenhouse glazing / display case)
| Dimension | 5mm | 6mm | 8mm | 10mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unit Weight | ~12.5 kg/㎡ | ~15 kg/㎡ | ~20 kg/㎡ | ~25 kg/㎡ |
| Bending Stiffness (vs 5mm) | 1× | 1.7× | 4.1× | 8.0× |
| Max Unsupported Span | Very Short | Short | Medium | Medium-Long |
| Small Shower (≤ 900mm) | ✅⭐ | ✅ | △ | ❌ |
| Kitchen Splashback | ✅⭐ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Furniture Top (≤ 600mm span) | ✅⭐ | ✅ | ✅ | △ |
| Display Case / Picture Frame | ✅⭐ | ✅ | △ | ❌ |
| Greenhouse Glazing | ✅⭐ | ✅ | △ | ❌ |
| Residential Window (small) | ✅ | ✅⭐ | ✅ | △ |
| Glass Shelf (≤ 400mm depth) | ✅⭐ | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ |
✅⭐ = First-choice | ✅ = Suitable | △ = Usable but not optimal | ❌ = Not recommended
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Nominal Thickness | 5mm (3/16") |
| Glass Type | Fully Tempered |
| Glass Substrate | Clear / Low-Iron / Tinted (Grey/Bronze/Blue/Green) / Coated / Reflective |
| Maximum Size | 3300 × 14600 mm |
| Minimum Size | 150 × 150 mm |
| Thickness Tolerance | ± 0.2mm |
| Dimension Tolerance | ± 0.05 - 0.1mm |
| Surface Compressive Stress | ≥ 98 MPa |
| Bending Strength | ≥ 124 MPa (4-5× annealed) |
| Steel Ball Impact (5mm) | 295g steel ball @ 1m height — no break |
| Fragment Count | 40-60 pieces / 50×50mm |
| Thermal Shock ΔT | ≥ 172℃ |
| Light Transmittance (Clear 5mm) | ≥ 93% |
| Light Transmittance (Ultra-Clear 5mm) | ≥ 95% |
| U-Value (Monolithic) | 5.8 W/m²K |
| Sound Insulation Rw | 30(-2;-3) dB |
| Weight | ~12.5 kg/㎡ |
| Edgework | Flat Polish / Arrissed / Beveled / Pencil Edge / Seamed Edge |
| Hole Drilling | Available (edge distance ≥ 10mm) |
| Cut-outs / CNC | Available |
| Heat Soak Test (HST) | Optional (EN 14179) |
| Laminating | Available (PVB / SGP) |
| Insulating Glass (IGU) | Available (single / dual cavity, argon-filled) |
| Low-E Coating | Available |
| Ceramic Digital Printing | Available |
| Packing | Export seaworthy packing |
This is one of the most-searched long-tail queries from procurement managers. The unit weight of 5mm glass is approximately:
| Glass Area | Approx. Weight |
|---|---|
| 1 m² | ~12.5 kg |
| 2 m² | ~25 kg |
| 5 m² | ~62.5 kg |
| 10 m² | ~125 kg |
| Single panel 914×1829mm (1.67 m²) | ~21 kg |
💡 5mm is the lightest tempered glass available — 17% lighter than 6mm and 54% lighter than 8mm. One person can easily carry a 1m × 2m panel. For high-volume projects like greenhouse glazing or furniture production, the weight savings translate into dramatically lower shipping costs.
Maximum Size: Up to 3300 × 6000 mm. Because 5mm is very thin and lightweight, it can be produced in exceptionally large sheets — useful for curtain wall spandrels, large-format splashbacks, and architectural applications where minimal weight is critical.
📸 (Suggested images: 5mm jumbo sheet production / large format splashback installation / container loading of 5mm panels)
| Project Type | Typical Panel Size | Panel Count | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commercial greenhouse | 1970 × 5970mm | 500+ | Clear, seamed edge |
| Large-format splashback | 1620 × 3240mm | 200+ | Ceramic printed, polished edge |
| Curtain wall spandrel | 1560 × 3920mm | 800+ | Tinted, heat-soaked |
| Retail display case | 1130 × 2260mm | 300+ | Low-Iron, beveled edge |
⚠️ The "non-cuttable" nature of tempered glass means all fabrication must be completed before tempering. 5mm is the easiest and fastest thickness to process.
Per the principle that each thickness page must have its own Search Intent + Application Intent + Procurement Intent, 5mm's unique positioning is "Ultra-Light & Budget-Friendly Safety Glass — for small showers, splashbacks, furniture & display."
For compact shower doors in apartments, hotels, and budget bathrooms, 5mm tempered glass provides a compliant, affordable solution.
5mm tempered glass is the standard thickness for kitchen backsplashes — lightweight, easy to cut to size, and available in any color or pattern via ceramic digital printing.
For glass tabletops, desks, shelving, and cabinet doors where spans are short (≤ 600mm), 5mm tempered glass offers adequate strength at the lowest cost.
Museum display cases, retail showcases, and picture frames use 5mm tempered glass for safety without excessive weight.
5mm tempered glass is the most popular thickness for hobby greenhouses and cold frames — affordable, shatter-resistant, and lightweight for easy installation.
For small operable windows, basement windows, and skylight infill panels where wind load is minimal.
| Application | 5mm | 6mm | 8mm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Small shower (≤ 900mm) | ✅⭐ | ✅ | △ |
| Kitchen splashback | ✅⭐ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Furniture top (≤ 600mm span) | ✅⭐ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Display case / picture frame | ✅⭐ | ✅ | △ |
| Greenhouse glazing | ✅⭐ | ✅ | △ |
| Small window (≤ 600mm) | ✅⭐ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Glass shelf (≤ 400mm depth) | ✅⭐ | ✅ | ❌ |
| Cabinet door | ✅⭐ | ✅ | ❌ |
✅⭐ = First-choice | ✅ = Suitable | △ = Usable but not optimal | ❌ = Not recommended
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| Test Item | Method | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Surface Compressive Stress | Stress meter | ≥ 101 MPa |
| Fragment Pattern | 50×50mm fragment count | 40-60 pcs, no large shards |
| Flatness | Laser profilometer | ≤ 0.02mm/m |
| Optical Distortion | Optical scanner | Class 1 (min. visible distortion) |
| Dimensional Accuracy | CNC digital caliper | ± 0.1mm |
| Edge Quality | Visual + magnifier | No micro-cracks, no burrs |
| Light Transmittance | Spectrophotometer | ≥ 93% (Clear) |
| Steel Ball Impact | 296g @ 1m | No breakage |
📄 Test reports available upon request.
USD 8 - 12 / ㎡ (500 ㎡ MOQ, Clear 5mm, seamed edge)
| Thickness | Indicative FOB (USD/㎡) | Positioning |
|---|---|---|
| 5mm | 8 - 12 | Ultra-light / budget / high volume |
| 6mm | 9 - 14 | Everyday safety glass |
| 8mm | 12 - 18 | Balustrades / partitions |
| 10mm | 13 - 23 | Premium balustrades |
| Factor | Impact |
|---|---|
| Glass size | Medium |
| Order quantity | High |
| Glass type | Medium |
| Processing complexity | Medium |
| Low-Iron / Low-E | Medium |
| Lamination | High |
| HST | Low |
| Packaging | Low |
💡 Send us your project drawings for a precise quotation within 2 business days.
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A: Yes — for small shower enclosures (door width ≤ 812mm). For larger showers, 6mm or 8mm is recommended.
A: Approximately 12.5 kg/㎡. A 1m × 2m panel weighs about 25 kg — easily carried by one person.
A: No. All processing must be done before tempering.
A: Up to 3300 × 14900 mm.
A: Yes — before tempering. Minimum hole edge distance ≥ 10mm.
A: Clear 5mm: ≥ 93%; Ultra-Clear: ≥ 95%. Almost no green tint.
A: Yes. Common for safety-critical applications like small overhead panels.
A: MOQ 100 ㎡. Lead time 12-18 days.
A: Provide dimensions, glass type, edgework, holes, and any composite requirements.
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Please provide the following information to receive a quotation:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Project / Company | Project name & company |
| Country | Destination country |
| Required Quantity | Area required (㎡) |
| Glass Size | Per-panel dimensions (W × H) |
| Glass Type | Clear / Ultra-Clear / Tinted |
| Edgework | Edge treatment requirements |
| Holes / Cut-outs | Hole & cutout requirements |
| HST Required? | Heat Soak Test needed? |
| Certification | Required standards |
| Target Delivery Date | Desired lead time |
| Contact email | |
| Upload Drawing | Upload drawing (PDF/DWG/CAD) ⭐ |
📧 Upload your drawings for a precise quote: tomron1688@gmail.com
🌐 Website: www.jumbotemperedglass.com
With over 20 years of experience and expertise in glass manufacturing and processing, we are seasoned glass specialists, ready to answer your questions and provide guidance on product selection, installation, and maintenance.
