What is Gobo?
A gobo is a patterned template commonly used in stage lighting and commercial space projections. The material of a gobo directly affects its projection quality and durability. The most common types are metal gobos and glass gobos.
Glass Gobo vs Metal Gobo: 3 Major Differences
1.Pattern Integrity
- Metal Gobo: Requires “bridge points” to connect the design, which can create extra lines and limit detail.
- Glass Gobo: Made using laser engraving or photolithography technology, faithfully reproducing the design file 100% with complete details and no extra lines.
2.Color Reproduction
- Metal Gobo: Can only project single-color images. Full-color effects require additional filters or changing the light color, resulting in limited impact.
- Glass Gobo (Hsinchuan patented process):
o A single glass piece can project high-resolution full-color images
o No multi-layer assembly needed to achieve vibrant colors
o Reduces structural space and installation complexity
3.Durability and Applications
- Metal Gobo: Lower cost but prone to heat deformation; suitable for simple projection tasks.
- Glass Gobo: Features high heat resistance and high clarity, ideal for stage performances, weddings, advertising projections, and other professional imaging applications.
Why Choose Hsinchuan Glass Gobos?
- Made from optical glass, heat-resistant and stable
- Patented photolithography technology enables full-color projection on a single piece
- Supports custom designs to meet stage and commercial requirements
- High resolution for crisp and vibrant projection images
