aerospace sapphire cover | Custom Sapphire Window Lids
- Model
- FELIX GLASS SOC-BLK-001
Item specifics
- Material
- High-Purity Single-Crystal Sapphire (Aerospace Grade)
- Spectral Range
- 150nm ~ 5.5μm (UV-Vis-Mid IR)
- Mohs Hardness
- 9.0
- Operating Temperature
- -200℃ ~ 1600℃
- Surface Quality
- 20/10, 10/5 Aerospace Grade
- Dimensional Tolerance
- ±0.01mm
- Available Coating
- UV/Visible/IR AR coating
- Custom Options
- Shape, size, mounting holes, edge treatment
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Description
Aerospace Grade Sapphire Optical Covers | Custom Sapphire Window Lids
Aerospace grade sapphire optical covers are high-performance protective optical components made of premium single-crystal sapphire. These covers are designed to protect sensitive optical sensors, cameras and instruments in extreme aerospace environments, while maintaining high light transmittance and dimensional stability. With ultra-high hardness, excellent thermal shock resistance and wide spectral transmission, they ensure reliable operation of critical optical systems under high temperature, high pressure and radiation conditions.
Core Advantages
- Mohs 9 ultra-hard material, scratch-resistant and impact-resistant
- Wide spectral transmission from UV to mid-infrared for multi-band optical systems
- Excellent high-temperature resistance and thermal shock stability
- High radiation resistance, suitable for space and high-altitude applications
- Low thermal expansion coefficient, ensuring stable optical performance in temperature changes
- Custom shapes, sizes and mounting interfaces for aerospace equipment
- Strict quality control to meet aerospace-grade reliability requirements
Available Types & Configurations
- Flat sapphire optical covers with various shapes (round, square, rectangular)
- Curved or domed sapphire protective lids
- Sapphire covers with customized mounting holes or edges
- Sapphire covers with anti-reflection coating for specific working bands
Key Technical Specifications
| Item | Parameter |
|---|---|
| Material | High-Purity Single-Crystal Sapphire (Aerospace Grade) |
| Spectral Range | 150nm ~ 5.5μm (UV-Vis-Mid IR) |
| Mohs Hardness | 9.0 |
| Operating Temperature | -200℃ ~ 1600℃ |
| Surface Quality | 20/10, 10/5 Aerospace Grade |
| Dimensional Tolerance | ±0.01mm |
| Available Coating | UV/Visible/IR AR coating |
| Custom Options | Shape, size, mounting holes, edge treatment |
Main Applications
- Satellite and space-borne optical sensor protection
- Aircraft and UAV camera and optical system covers
- Aerospace EO/IR imaging and targeting systems
- High-altitude and high-speed aircraft optical windows
- Defense and military optical equipment protection
- Harsh-environment industrial optical instruments
Custom Service
- Custom size, shape, thickness and mounting features according to aerospace drawings
- Precision machining, polishing and edge finishing for high reliability
- Targeted anti-reflection coating for specific working wavelengths
- Strict testing and inspection to meet aerospace quality standards
- Small batch prototypes and production orders supported
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Exclusive FAQ
Q1: What are aerospace grade sapphire optical covers used for?
A: They are used to protect optical sensors, cameras and instruments in satellites, aircraft and defense systems, providing scratch resistance, thermal stability and high light transmittance in harsh environments.
Q2: Can you make custom shapes or sizes for aerospace projects?
A: Yes. We fully customize the shape, size, thickness, mounting holes and edge treatment according to your technical drawings and specifications.
Q3: Do you provide AR coating for aerospace sapphire covers?
A: Yes. We offer anti-reflection coatings for UV, visible and infrared bands to maximize light transmittance for your specific optical system.
Q4: What testing standards do your aerospace sapphire covers meet?
A: Our sapphire covers are produced and inspected to meet aerospace-grade quality standards, including optical performance, dimensional accuracy and environmental stability tests.
Q5: Can you support small-batch or prototype orders for aerospace projects?
A: Yes. We support prototype sampling, small-batch trial production and full-scale production to meet different aerospace project stages.
