Standard Quartz Glass Rod

Standard Quartz Glass Rod - Technical Specifications

High-purity fused silica rods engineered for precision optical applications and laboratory instrumentation, delivering reliable performance under moderate thermal stress and chemical exposure23.

Core Properties

‌Optical Clarity‌:

92% visible-to-UV light transmittance (200–2,500 nm spectrum) for critical light-guiding applications13.

‌Thermal Endurance‌:

Sustains continuous operation at 1,100°C with rapid thermal cycling capability (ΔT >800°C)23.

‌Chemical Resilience‌:

Resists acids, solvents, and moisture due to >99.95% SiO₂ purity12.

Precision Specifications

‌Parameter‌ ‌Specification‌

‌Diameter Range‌ 1–30 mm ±0.1 mm tolerance36

‌Standard Length‌ ≤1,500 mm (customizable)35

‌Surface Roughness‌ Optical polish (Ra ≤0.5 μm)2

‌Light Transmission‌ >92% @ 254 nm UV wavelength1

Key Functional Advantages

‌Versatile Integration‌:

Compatible with halogen lamp filaments, fiber-optic lighting systems, and lab instrument fixtures23.

‌Mechanical Stability‌:

Mohs hardness 7 with flexural strength >50 MPa for structural reliability3.

‌Process Compatibility‌:

Chemically inert in HF, KOH, and organic solvent environments12.

Primary Applications

‌Optical Light Guides‌:

UV/visible light transmission components in spectrometers and analytical instruments13.

‌Halogen Lamp Manufacturing‌:

Bridging rods and filament supports in high-temperature lighting systems2.

‌Laboratory Apparatus‌:

Stirring rods, sample holders, and reaction vessel components in chemical processing15.

⚠️ ‌Critical Handling Protocols‌

‌Cleaning‌:

Immerse in ≤5% HF solution ≤3 minutes; rinse immediately with deionized water12.

‌Thermal Limits‌:

Max operational gradient ≤800°C/min to prevent micro-cracking3.

Material: SUPRASIL®-grade fused silica. Compliance: RoHS certified. Custom geometries (flanged ends, grooves) available