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Sapphire (Al2O3)

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Sapphire (Aluminum Oxide, Al2O3) Substrate Properties

Aluminum oxide substrates are made of synthetic aluminum oxide crystals. Synthetic aluminum oxide crystals, with the chemical formula Al2O3, belong to the trigonal system and exhibit high hardness, excellent thermal stability, chemical inertness, and electrical insulation.

The Orientations and Applications of Synthetic Sapphire Crystals

Synthetic sapphire is a synthetic single crystal form of aluminum oxide (Al2O3) that has excellent mechanical, optical, and chemical properties, making it suitable for demanding applications in industries like aerospace, semiconductors, and medicine. However, the molecular structure of sapphire is complex and anisotropic. This article introduces the typical orientations for sapphire and the suitable applications for each orientation.

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