SHANGHAI FAMOUS TRADE CO.,LTD
| Payment Terms | T/T |
| Supply Ability | By case |
| Delivery Time | 2-4 weeks |
| Packaging Details | custom cartons |
| Nominal Size | OD 20 mm × ID 16 mm × L 60 mm |
| Standard Tolerances | OD/ID ±0.05 mm (±0.02 mm on request); L ±0.20 mm (±0.05 mm on request) |
| Concentricity / Straightness | ≤0.05 mm / ≤0.05 mm per 60 mm |
| Optional Coatings | AR (custom bands), protective, anti-smudge |
| Crystal Structure | Hexagonal (α-Al₂O₃) |
| Density | 3.97–3.98 g/cm³ |
| Brand Name | ZMSH |
| Place of Origin | China |
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Product Specification
| Payment Terms | T/T | Supply Ability | By case |
| Delivery Time | 2-4 weeks | Packaging Details | custom cartons |
| Nominal Size | OD 20 mm × ID 16 mm × L 60 mm | Standard Tolerances | OD/ID ±0.05 mm (±0.02 mm on request); L ±0.20 mm (±0.05 mm on request) |
| Concentricity / Straightness | ≤0.05 mm / ≤0.05 mm per 60 mm | Optional Coatings | AR (custom bands), protective, anti-smudge |
| Crystal Structure | Hexagonal (α-Al₂O₃) | Density | 3.97–3.98 g/cm³ |
| Brand Name | ZMSH | Place of Origin | China |
Sapphire tubes are precision-engineered components made from single-crystal aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃), featuring outstanding hardness, optical transparency, and chemical stability. With a Mohs hardness of 9, sapphire is second only to diamond, offering superior resistance to wear, corrosion, and high temperatures. These tubes combine optical clarity and mechanical durability, making them indispensable for demanding applications in optics, semiconductors, lasers, and harsh industrial environments.
Sapphire tubes maintain excellent light transmission from ultraviolet (UV) to infrared (IR) wavelengths (190 nm – 5 μm), along with exceptional structural integrity under extreme conditions. Their high melting point (~2050°C) and chemical inertness ensure reliable operation where conventional glass or quartz materials fail.
Sapphire tubes are typically grown using KY (Kyropoulos) or EFG (Edge-defined Film-fed Growth) methods.
KY Method: Produces high-purity, large-diameter sapphire crystals with minimal internal stress, suitable for precision optical or vacuum applications.
EFG Method: Enables the direct growth of near-net-shape tubular structures, improving yield and reducing machining costs.
After crystal growth, the sapphire tubes undergo precision grinding, lapping, and polishing to achieve accurate dimensions, optical transparency, and smooth inner and outer surfaces. The final products can be customized for outer diameter, wall thickness, and length according to customer requirements.
| Item | Parameter |
|---|---|
| Product | Transparent Sapphire Tube |
| Manufacturing Method | KY (Kyropoulos) |
| Nominal Size | OD 20 mm × ID 16 mm × L 60 mm |
| Standard Tolerances* | OD/ID ±0.05 mm (±0.02 mm on request); L ±0.20 mm (±0.05 mm on request) |
| Concentricity / Straightness* | ≤0.05 mm / ≤0.05 mm per 60 mm |
| End Faces | Deburred chamfer; matte ground or optically polished |
| Optional Coatings | AR (custom bands), protective, anti-smudge |
| Crystal Structure | Hexagonal (α-Al₂O₃) |
| Density | 3.97–3.98 g/cm³ |
| Melting Point | 2053 °C |
| Recommended Max Service Temp | ~1600 °C (air); up to ~1900–2000 °C (inert/vacuum)** |
| Specific Heat (25 °C) | ~0.75 J/(g·K) |
| Dielectric Strength | ~48 MV/m |
| Dielectric Constant (20 °C) | ~9.3 (at MHz) |
| Dielectric Loss (20 °C) | <1.4 × 10⁻⁴ (at MHz) |
| Volume Resistivity | >1.0 × 10¹⁴ Ω·cm (20 °C); ~1.0 × 10¹¹ Ω·cm (500 °C) |
Optical Systems: Used as transparent protective sleeves, windows, or viewports for lasers, sensors, and spectroscopic devices.
Semiconductor Equipment: Ideal for vacuum chambers, wafer processing systems, and high-temperature reactors.
Laser Technology: Serves as laser transmission tubes, beam delivery channels, and gas laser enclosures.
Aerospace & Defense: Applied in high-speed cameras, missile guidance optics, and environmental monitoring instruments.
Medical & Analytical Instruments: Used in endoscopy, flow cells, and spectrometers due to biocompatibility and UV transparency.
| Property | Sapphire | Quartz | Glass |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hardness | ★★★★★ | ★★☆☆☆ | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Max. Working Temp | ~2000°C | ~1100°C | ~600°C |
| Optical Range | 190 nm – 5 μm | 200 nm – 3.5 μm | 400 nm – 2 μm |
| Chemical Resistance | Excellent | Good | Fair |
| Mechanical Strength | Very High | Moderate | Low |
Q1: What is the difference between sapphire and quartz tubes?
A: Sapphire is much harder and more temperature-resistant than quartz. It also provides a broader optical transmission range and higher mechanical durability, ideal for extreme environments.
Q2: Can sapphire tubes be used under vacuum or high pressure?
A: Yes. Due to their high compressive strength and hermetic sealing properties, sapphire tubes perform exceptionally well under vacuum or high-pressure conditions.
Q3: Are coatings available for specific optical wavelengths?
A: Yes. Anti-reflective (AR), high-reflective (HR), and DLC coatings can be applied to meet optical design or durability needs.
Q4: Do sapphire tubes conduct electricity?
A: No. Sapphire is an excellent electrical insulator, suitable for electronic and high-voltage applications.
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Manufacturer,Agent,Importer,Exporter,Trading Company
Year Established:
2013
Total Annual:
1000000-1500000
Ecer Certification：
Verified Supplier
SHANGHAI FAMOUS TRADE CO.,LTD. locates in the city of Shanghai, Which is the best city of China, and our factory is founded in Wuxi city in 2014. We specialize in processing a varity of materials into wafers, substrates and custiomized optical glass parts.components widely used in electronics, op... SHANGHAI FAMOUS TRADE CO.,LTD. locates in the city of Shanghai, Which is the best city of China, and our factory is founded in Wuxi city in 2014. We specialize in processing a varity of materials into wafers, substrates and custiomized optical glass parts.components widely used in electronics, op...
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