6inch sapphire Boule sapphire blank single crystal Al2O3 99.999%
Applications
The 6-inch sapphire boule blank finds applications across a range of high-performance environments:
●Semiconductor Industry: Ideal as a substrate for LED, GaN, and other advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes due to its compatibility and thermal conductivity.
●Optical Components: Used in high-end optical windows, lenses, and prisms, offering exceptional transparency in the UV, visible, and IR spectra.
●Research and Development: Essential in high-stress experimental setups, such as laser cavities and microwave windows, where material integrity under thermal and chemical stress is crucial.
●Medical and Aerospace: Suitable for use in sensors, protective covers, and windows that demand superior hardness and corrosion resistance.
Properties
● Purity: 99.999% pure Al₂O₃, ensuring minimal impurities for optimal performance in sensitive applications.
● Hardness: Mohs scale hardness of 9, second only to diamond, providing exceptional scratch and impact resistance.
● Thermal Stability: High melting point (>2,000°C) with excellent thermal conductivity, making it ideal for high-temperature environments.
● Chemical Resistance: Highly resistant to most chemicals, including acids and alkalis, ensuring longevity in corrosive environments.
● Optical Clarity: Superior transmission across UV, visible, and IR wavelengths, ensuring clarity in optical applications.
Property |
Specification |
Material | Single Crystal Sapphire (Al₂O₃) |
Purity | 99.999% |
Diameter | 6 inches |
Hardness | 9 (Mohs scale) |
Density | 3.98 g/cm³ |
Melting Point | > 2,000°C |
Thermal Conductivity | 35 W/m·K (at 25°C) |
Thermal Expansion Coefficient | 5.0 x 10⁻⁶ /K (25°C - 1300°C range) |
Chemical Stability | Highly resistant to acids and alkalis |
Optical Transmission | Excellent (UV, Visible, IR range) |
Refractive Index | 1.76 (in the visible range) |
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