Sapphire Custom-shaped Optical Windows Optical Components

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August 07, 2025
Category Connection: Sapphire Optical Windows
Sapphire irregular optical windows are precision-machined optical components fabricated from high-purity single-crystal aluminum oxide (α-Al₂O₃). Their core advantage lies in combining sapphire's inherent material properties with custom geometric designs to meet extreme environmental demands for optical, mechanical, and chemical performance.
Brief: Discover the exceptional durability and precision of Sapphire Custom-shaped Optical Windows, designed for extreme environments. These high-purity single-crystal aluminum oxide components offer unmatched hardness, broad-spectrum transmission, and rapid customization for industrial, medical, and aerospace applications.
Related Product Features:
  • Ultra-high hardness with Mohs 9 rating, 5x more scratch-resistant than quartz.
  • Broad-spectrum transmission from 200 nm to 5.5 μm with >92% transmittance at 550 nm.
  • Extreme durability with a melting point of 2050°C and short-term tolerance up to 1900°C.
  • Chemical resistance to strong acids, alkalis, and organic solvents, except HF.
  • Precision machining with ±0.05 mm tolerance and surface roughness Ra <0.5 nm.
  • Custom shapes including circular, square, annular, and complex irregular designs.
  • Multi-material integration with options for coatings and encapsulation.
  • Rapid delivery from design to mass production in 2-4 weeks.
Faqs:
  • What are the key advantages of sapphire irregular optical windows compared to quartz or fused silica?
    Sapphire offers superior hardness (Mohs 9), 1900°C short-term heat resistance, and 200-5500 nm broad-spectrum transmission, outperforming quartz (1050°C limit) in extreme environments.
  • What industries commonly use sapphire irregular optical windows?
    They are critical in aerospace (satellite optics), medical endoscopes, industrial laser systems, and defense infrared detection due to their durability and optical clarity.
  • What customization options are available for sapphire optical windows?
    Full-size customization supports circular, square, annular, and complex irregular shapes with thickness tolerance of ±0.01 mm and maximum diameter up to 500 mm.