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Sapphire Optical window components Sapphire high precision transparent glass protection window

Sapphire optical window custom parts are a kind of high-performance optical components designed and manufactured according to the specific needs of customers, which are widely used in a variety of high-end optical systems and equipment. Sapphire (alpha-alumina, Al₂O₃) is an ideal material for the manufacture of optical Windows due to its excellent physical, chemical and optical properties. Customized parts can be customized according to the specific requirements of customers in terms of size, shape, thickness, surface finish, coating and other aspects of personalized design to meet the needs of different application scenarios.

The manufacturing process of sapphire optical window custom parts includes steps such as crystal growth, cutting, grinding, polishing and coating. The commonly used crystal growth methods are Kyropoulos method and Czochralski method to ensure the high purity and uniformity of the material. Through precision machining and strict quality control, sapphire optical window custom parts can meet the strict requirements of high-precision optical systems.

Due to its unique performance combination, sapphire optical window custom parts are widely used in the optical, electronics, aerospace, defense, medical and industrial fields, becoming an indispensable key component in many high-end devices.

Sapphire window characteristic

High hardness and wear resistance

• Sapphire has a Mohs hardness of up to 9, second only to diamond, making it extremely resistant to scratch and wear, suitable for long-term use in harsh environments.

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Excellent optical properties

• Sapphire has a high transmittance (about 80%-85%) in the ultraviolet (UV), visible light (VIS) and infrared (IR) bands, especially in the 0.15-5.5 micron wavelength range, suitable for a variety of optical applications.

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High chemical stability

• Sapphire has strong corrosion resistance to most acids, bases and solvents, and can maintain stable performance in highly corrosive environments.

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High thermal conductivity and high temperature resistance

• Sapphire has a high thermal conductivity and can effectively dissipate heat, while its melting point is as high as 2050℃, which is suitable for use in high temperature environments.

Excellent mechanical strength

• The high compressive strength and bending strength of sapphire can withstand large mechanical stress and impact, suitable for high-load application scenarios.

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Good electrical insulation

• Sapphire is an excellent electrical insulation material, suitable for high voltage and high frequency electronic devices.

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Strong customization

• Sapphire optical window custom parts can be customized according to customer needs, including size, shape, thickness, surface finish, coating, etc., to meet the needs of different application scenarios.

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Sapphire window applications​

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1. Optical window and sensor protection

Sapphire optical window custom parts are commonly used to protect Windows for optical instruments, laser systems and sensors, effectively preventing dust, water vapor and mechanical damage, while maintaining high light transmission.

 

 

2. Consumer electronics

In consumer electronics such as smartphones and smartwatches, sapphire optical window custom parts are used as camera protection covers and screen covers, providing excellent scratch resistance and durability.

 

 

3. Aerospace and Defense

Because of its high hardness, high temperature resistance and radiation resistance, sapphire optical window custom parts are widely used in aerospace equipment sensor Windows, missile fairing and satellite optical systems.

 

 

4. Industrial equipment

In the industrial sector, sapphire optical window custom parts are used for high-temperature viewing Windows, laser cutting heads and protective lenses to maintain stable optical performance in harsh environments.

 

5. Medical equipment

Sapphire optical window custom parts are used in medical devices for endoscopes, laser surgical instruments and optical inspection instruments, providing high light transmittance and biocompatibility.

 

 

6. Semiconductor and electronics industry

In semiconductor manufacturing, sapphire optical window custom pieces are used as protective Windows for mask plates and wafer processing in lithography machines, ensuring high precision and reliability.

 

 

7. Research and laboratory

Sapphire optical window custom parts are used in the field of scientific research for high energy laser experiments, spectral analysis and observation Windows in vacuum systems to meet the needs of high precision and high stability.

 

 

8. Automobile and transportation

In the automotive and transportation sectors, Sapphire optical window customizations are used for LiDAR and sensor protection to enhance the performance of autonomous driving and intelligent transportation systems.

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Sapphire optical window custom parts with its high hardness, excellent optical properties, chemical stability and high temperature resistance, in the optics, electronics, aerospace, defense, medical and industrial fields play an important role.