| abstract |
A scratch resistant coated article is provided which is also resistant to attacks by at least some fluoride-based etchant(s) for at least a period of time. In certain example embodiments, an anti-etch layer(s) (2) is provided on a glass substrate (1) in order to protect the glass substrate (1) from attacks by fluoride-based etchant(s). In certain example embodiment, the anti-etch layer(s) (2) is substantially transparent to visible light. In certain embodiments, a DLC layer(s) (3) may be provided over the anti-etch layer (2). An underlayer (4) may be provided under the anti-etch layer(s) (2) in certain example embodiments. In certain example embodiments, the anti-etch layer(s) (2) may be of or include a carbide and/or oxycarbide of Zr, Sn or the like. |