Sapphire light cones are specialized optical components manufactured from high-purity single-crystal aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃ purity ≥99.99%). As a professional optical components manufacturer, ZMSH maintains complete production lines for crystal growth, precision machining, and coating deposition. The products are fabricated using advanced EFG (Edge-defined Film-fed Growth) technology, exhibiting exceptional axial optical uniformity and radial refractive index consistency. The unique tapered design enables efficient beam coupling, expansion, or focusing functions, making it a critical component in advanced optical systems.
Brief: Discover the Sapphire Rods Light Cone Rods, specialized for semiconductor equipment. Made from high-purity single-crystal aluminum oxide, these discharge needles offer exceptional optical uniformity and thermal stability. Ideal for laser technology, fiber optic communication, and biomedical devices.
Related Product Features:
Superior optical performance with a wavelength range of 0.17-5.5μm and ≥85% transmittance at 633nm.
Excellent thermal stability with a thermal expansion coefficient of 5.3×10⁻⁶/K, suitable for high-power laser irradiation.
Exceptional mechanical strength with Mohs hardness of 9 and flexural strength exceeding 700MPa.
Outstanding surface quality with optical-grade roughness Ra≤0.5nm for low light scattering loss.
Precision geometric control with taper angle tolerance within ±0.5° and end-face perpendicularity <5 arc-min.
Customizable dimensions and coatings for UV anti-reflection, IR broadband, and high-reflection applications.
Ideal for beam shaping in high-power lasers and mode conversion in fiber optic communication.
Resistant to autoclave sterilization, making it suitable for biomedical devices like endoscopes.
Faqs:
What are the primary applications of sapphire discharge needles?
Sapphire discharge needles are used in laser technology for beam shaping, fiber optic communication for mode conversion, biomedical devices like endoscopes, and industrial inspection instruments for optical input interfaces.
Why is sapphire preferred over quartz for optical tapers?
Sapphire offers superior hardness, thermal stability, and chemical resistance compared to quartz, making it ideal for demanding optical applications.
What are the coating options available for sapphire discharge needles?
Coating options include UV anti-reflection (200-400nm), IR broadband (3-5μm), and high-reflection (>98%@10.6μm) coatings.