SAPPHIRE

Basic properties

High mechanical strength
High thermal stability
High heat transmission
Chemically inert
Very high electrical insulation
Very high hardness
Very good wear resistance
Low friction coefficient
High temperature resistance
Good optical properties
Good resistance to acids
UV transparent, infrared and visible radiation.

Applications

Semi-conductor wafers
Watch windows
Electronical applications
Measuring tools.
Optical prisms and lenses
Pistons

Realisations