Generation of micro-sized conductive lines on glass fibre fabrics by inkjet printing

Abstract Micro-sized lines were inkjet printed on glass fibre fabrics using different droplet spacing. A conductive ink containing silver nanoparticles was used in this study. Glass fibre fabrics were differently pre-treated to avoid spontaneous spreading of the ink dispersion. The sample topography was examined using scanning electron, optical and confocal microscopy with a chromatic sensor. Printability conditions were discussed based on the results of topographic characterization and wettability measurements.