Sapphire is often used in applications where standard glass and technical ceramics are not sufficient. This material can be manufactured in different ways which will affect the optical properties.
Density g/cm2 | Color | Mardness Rockwell | Compressive Strength MPa @ RT | Compressive Strength M(10) lbs/in² | Flexual Strength K(10)² lbs/in² | Flexual Strength MOR - MPa & RT | Polson's Ratio ASTM C818 | Polson's Ratio ASTM C848 | Thermal Conductivity W.m-K&RT | Dielectic Constant 1MHz & RT | Dielectic Strength .025 Thick/0.50 Thick Volts/mil | Dielectic Strength kV/mm |
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3.97 | White/ Transparent | N/A | 200 | N/A | N/A | 760 - 1035 | 0.29 | N/A | 40 | 9.3 - 11.4 | N/A | 15 - 50 |