The difference between a glass cup and a crystal cup

Glass and crystal cups have significant differences in several aspects, and here is a detailed comparison of the two:

1. Ingredients and production

Glass: Mainly made of glass material, the composition is relatively simple, mainly composed of silica and other inorganic substances.

Crystal cup: Although it is also a type of glass, its main components are not only silica, but also introduce lead, barium, zinc, titanium and other substances. The addition of these substances gives the crystal cup a higher transparency and refractive index, and a smoother and crystal clear appearance. Lead-free crystals, in particular, are loved by consumers for their higher transparency and brightness.

2. Physical characteristics

Hardness: Crystal has a higher hardness, with natural crystal having a hardness of 7 compared to regular glass having a hardness of 5. Therefore, crystal cups can engrave glass, while glass cannot engrave crystals.

Thermal conductivity: Crystal conducts more heat than glass, so when touched by hand, crystal cups will be cooler than glasses.

Refraction: Crystal cups can absorb luster and even ultraviolet rays, refracting mesmerizing multicolored light when rotated against the light. Ordinary glasses do not have this gloss and refractive properties.

3. Sound and feel

Sound: When gently struck or fingered against the utensil, crystal glassware produces a crisp metallic sound that ripples in the air. Ordinary glassware, on the other hand, can only make a muffled 'click, click' sound.

Feel: Because crystal has stronger thermal conductivity, crystal cups will feel cooler than glass cups. In addition, crystal cups are usually as thin as paper and feel light in the hand, while glass cups have thick walls and are heavy in the hand. However, as manufacturing processes advance, glass cups are becoming lighter, so this characteristic cannot be used as a simple measure.

4. Use and maintenance

Usage: Glass cups are suitable for drinking needs in various occasions due to their high transparency, hard texture, resistance to deformation, and easy cleaning. Crystal glasses, on the other hand, are more suitable for wine tasting or as high-end gifts due to their unique refraction and elegant appearance.

Maintenance: The crystal cup has a smooth surface, easy to clean, healthy and hygienic. However, it should be noted that lead crystal glass cups are harmful to the human body and should be avoided from being purchased and used. At the same time, when using crystal cups, you should avoid rubbing or colliding with hard objects to avoid scratches or cracks.

To sum up, there are significant differences between glass cups and crystal cups in terms of composition, physical properties, sound and feel, as well as use and maintenance. Consumers should choose according to their needs and preferences when choosing.

Foshan Sanshui Youwei Glass Products Co., Ltd. is located in the private industrial park on the side of Jinben Platinum Avenue, Sanshui Southwest Street, Foshan City, covering an area of 100 acres. The company is a professional manufacturer of glassware, flat glass and glass mosaics and other glass products, with domestic ownership

Advanced modern production equipment, the company's production of high white glass cups, glass mosaics has a fairly high reputation in the market, especially the 'Youwei' brand glass cups and glass mosaics have a welcome position in similar products at home and abroad, with a variety of varieties, in addition to being in short supply in China, the products are also exported to Europe and America, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Africa and other places.