A convex mirror is a blind-spot checking device frequently used indoors to gain visibility of areas outside the users' vision. Through the use of convex mirror, workers can see what is coming round the corner and avoid the collision. Convex mirrors are light-weight constructed: it uses polycarbonate or acrylic mirror, it has a smaller size, and it does not require a visor to block the sunlight reflection. Thanks to its light-weight construction, you can install convex mirrors at almost any indoor locations. In this article, we are going to introduce you 6 types of convex mirror that vary in material and size. Choose a manufacturer that can supply a variety of convex mirror to find the best solution to your problem. Finally, we will teach you how to install the convex mirror and how to carry out the maintenance.

How to choose a convex mirror:

Choose your convex mirror based on the installation location:

Different convex mirrors come with different mounting method. Choose your convex mirror based on mounting location (wall, ceiling, or pole). Make sure the mounting method is available for your product before purchasing. If your mounting location cannot support heavy-weight product, choose a lightweight product such as PC or acrylic convex mirror.

Choose the convex mirror material based on light condition

If you are using the convex mirror at a low-light condition, choose the highly reflective material such as PC or acrylic convex mirror. They perform better than the stainless-steel mirror at indoors.

Choose the size of the convex mirror based on viewing distance

A larger convex mirror provides a further viewing distance. On the other hand, a mirror with smaller convex radius provides a wider image. If the convex mirror is only required to provide image at a near distance, 30~66cm should be just fine. 30cm convex mirror is good enough for private garage and 66cm convex mirror can be ideal to observe slow-moving vehicles in the campus or neighborhood. However, if you are using it at a parking lot, we still recommend 80cm or larger mirrors.

6 Best convex mirrors:

1. P series:

• lightest convex mirror ever
• Serpentine pipe can be easily adjusted
• Multipurpose

P-series is the lightest roundtangular convex mirror. P-series is also a multipurpose convex mirror: You can use it as a garage mirror in private garage, a rearview mirror on a forklift, or even a surveillance mirror in the elevator. Serpentine pipe allows you to adjust the angle anytime you want. There are three sizes available.

66*45cm/50*35cm/45*30cm

2. S series:

• Patented backboard-less design
• Eco-friendly
• Parapet mounts available

S-series a patented backboard-less convex mirror. Its unique parapet mount design offers another choice for your mounting location. S-series is suitable in all outdoor and indoor area. If you need backboard for extra durability, you can freely choose galvanized steel backboard or coated steel backboard.

SGI 30cm

S 50cm/60cm

SI 60cm

3. PI series

• Easy Installation
• White PP backboard fits most interior design

PI series is a polycarbonate convex mirror widely used in convenient store and neighborhood for security purposes. It is proved that the convex mirror can help deter criminal activities for a very low cost. PI series’ simple installation can be done with just a single wrench. Its patented ball joint design allows free rotation to any angle. The white PP backboard fits interior design perfectly.

66/60/45/30cm

4. AI series:

• Highly reflective acrylic mirror
• Lightweight

Acrylic is the most reflective mirror material. AI series consist with acrylic mirror and PP backboard. It is widely used at warehouse and underpass as it performs the best at low-light condition. AI series comes in four size 30cm, 45cm, 60cm, and 66cm.

66/60/45/30cm

5. PG series

• Light-weight traffic mirror
• Highly reflective PC
• High Impact PC

PG-series is your first choice for parking structure traffic mirror. The combination of PC mirror and Galvanized steel backboard makes it both light-weight and highly durable. Using the additional wall mount so you can fix it on the walls instead of installing poles in your parking structure. The polycarbonate mirror can rebound if it is accidentally touched by the pedestrians. PC is a highly reflective material to it performs better in the low-light condition.

100/80/76/60cm

6. PG-R series

• Light-weight
• High Impact PC
• Best Performance in the low-light condition

A combination of PC mirror and Galvanized steel backboard. PG-R series uses the double-seam technique to replace the PVC trim. It comes with the 3M high-intensity reflective tape and is the best performing traffic mirror in the low-light condition.

100/80/76/60cm

For more detail specification, please go to: https://www.goangjih.com.tw/product/traffic-convex-mirror/

How to install a convex mirror:

Most convex mirrors can be installed easily if you have an electric drill.

1. If you are installing the convex mirror on a wall, just drill the expansion screw the wall and use them as anchors to fix the convex mirror.
2. If you are installing the convex mirror on a pole, make sure the pole diameter is suitable for your product. Most convex mirrors fit to 1.5” ~2.5” poles.

Convex mirror maintenance:

Convex mirror virtually needs no maintenance. You only need to wash the mirror with water if it is covered with dust. Wipe the mirror with sponge and pH neutral soap water for a complete cleaning. Make sure you wash away all the dust with water before you wipe the surface.

You can also use a soft-brush or tissue to remove the dust softly. Do Not use a hard brush to clean the convex mirror as it may scratch the surface.