Synthetic Quartz Rod

Synthetic Quartz Rod - Technical Specifications

Ultra-pure fused silica rods manufactured via advanced chemical synthesis processes, delivering superior optical performance and contamination-free stability for precision industrial applications13.

Core Properties

• ‌Exceptional Purity‌:

  99.999% SiO₂ composition with metallic impurities ≤0.1 ppm, eliminating light attenuation in optical pathways16.

• ‌Optical Excellence‌:

  92% UV-to-IR transmittance (185–2,500 nm), featuring ultra-low OH⁻ content (<5 ppm) for minimal UV degradation110.

• ‌Thermal Resilience‌:
  Sustains 1,100°C continuous operation with rapid thermal shock resistance (ΔT >800°C)1014.

Precision Specifications

Key Advantages

1. ‌Crystal Structure Control‌:
   Engineered lattice alignment matching natural quartz, minimizing micro-defects and gas inclusion13.

2. ‌Chemical Inertness‌:
   Resists HF, KOH, and plasma etching, ideal for semiconductor processing environments610.

3. ‌Batch Consistency‌:
   Tight dimensional tolerances (±0.05 mm) ensure interchangeability in automated systems18.

Primary Applications

• ‌Optical Fiber Preforms‌:
  Core structural components enabling near-zero signal loss in telecommunication fibers16.

• ‌Semiconductor Lithography‌:
  EUV mask substrates and alignment fixtures requiring sub-nm thermal stability1012.

• ‌High-Frequency Components‌:
  Piezoelectric resonators/oscillators for 5G/WiFi-7 frequency control613.

⚠️ ‌Critical Handling Protocols‌

• ‌Thermal Cycling‌:
  Limit gradients to ≤800°C/min to prevent micro-fracturing14.

• ‌Chemical Cleaning‌:
  Use ≤5% HF solutions ≤3 minutes with immediate DI water rinse10.

Material: CVD-grade synthetic silica. Compliance: SEMI F57, RoHS certified. Custom geometries (threaded ends, flanges) available112.