Mohs 9 Sapphire
Single-crystal sapphire provides a hard surface for scratch-sensitive outdoor and industrial camera use.
Custom Sapphire AR Coated Optical Dome | Spherical Sapphire Dome For CCTV Surveillance Equipment
- Model
- FG-AR-SAPPHIRE-DOME-001
Item specifics
- Base Material
- Synthetic Single-Crystal Sapphire (BK7/K9 optical glass available as secondary custom option)
- Optional Functional Coating
- AR anti-reflective, AF anti-fingerprint, AG anti-glare multi-layer coating
- Optical Performance
- ≥99% light transmittance with AR coating, zero optical distortion
- Structural Feature
- Precision hemispherical dome design for surveillance camera housing
- Custom Dimension Range
- Custom 10–300Custom 10–300 mm outer diameter, tailored curvature & wall thickness
- Surface Performance
- Mohs 9 ultra-hard scratch resistant, impact resistant, weatherproof, seawater & chemical corrosion
- Edge Treatment
- Custom precision edge finishing to match camera housing assembly
- Surface Quality
- Custom optical grade per customer engineering drawing
- MOQ Support
- Small batch & 1-piece prototype sampling available
- Quality Inspection
- 100% full optical, impact & dimensional inspection before shipment
- Manufacturing Service
- OEM / ODM full surveillance sapphire dome customization
- Main Application
- CCTV surveillance cameras, outdoor weatherproof security enclosures, commercial building monitoring,
Review
Description
Felix Glass Co., Limited manufactures custom sapphire AR coated optical domes for CCTV surveillance equipment, outdoor camera housings and optical sensor protection. This renovation keeps the original product scope: monocrystalline sapphire, optional AR/AF/AG coating, hemispherical geometry, custom size support and OEM/ODM production. The dome is designed for projects where a protective cover must combine high hardness, clear imaging, outdoor weather resistance and a geometry that fits the camera enclosure. It is especially relevant for coastal security systems, public-area monitoring, industrial sites and custom surveillance hardware. This sapphire optical dome works as a hard transparent cover over the camera or sensor optical path. Compared with standard glass, sapphire is selected when the surface may face cleaning abrasion, blowing sand, salt fog, chemical exposure, impact risk or long outdoor service. The hemispherical profile helps cover the lens area while supporting a wider viewing envelope than a flat window. Final optical behavior still depends on the drawing, radius, wall thickness, coating band and housing design. Anti-reflective coating can be specified for the target visible or near-infrared imaging band. Diameter, curvature, wall thickness and edge treatment can be matched to the enclosure drawing. The base material is synthetic single-crystal sapphire. BK7 or K9 optical glass may be discussed as a secondary option when the application does not require sapphire hardness. For CCTV surveillance systems, the usual engineering review focuses on coating, radius, optical zone and sealing edge. Use environment should guide the final dome structure. The same sapphire material can serve different camera designs when the radius, edge form and coating are reviewed together. For long-term monitoring where cleaning, weather and surface wear are part of normal service. For projects that must consider salt fog, moisture, UV exposure and repeated maintenance cleaning. For camera covers near dust, process equipment, moving parts or abrasive working conditions. Sapphire is often selected when standard glass may scratch during outdoor operation, wiping, transport or field maintenance. The material supports use in weather-exposed housings where corrosion resistance and thermal stability matter. AR, AF and AG coatings help tune reflection, fingerprint behavior and glare response for the actual camera environment. Outer diameter, radius, wall thickness, optical zone, edge structure and assembly interface are checked first. Sapphire blank size, machining allowance and polishing route are matched to the dome geometry. The hemispherical surface is processed for clarity, dimensional fit and project-specific appearance criteria. AR, AF, AG or combined coating is reviewed by wavelength, reflection target and cleaning exposure. Finished domes are checked and packed to reduce surface and edge risk during shipment. For a practical quotation, share the camera housing drawing, dome outer diameter, inner clearance, radius, wall thickness, visible aperture, edge sealing requirement, coating side, wavelength band, quantity and target inspection criteria. Small-batch prototype sampling and larger production can both be reviewed. For market purchasing teams, Felix Glass can organize the quote around drawing revision, application environment, inspection points and packing requirements so the technical discussion stays efficient. The dome faces abrasion, cleaning, salt fog, chemical exposure, impact risk, outdoor weather or long-service image clarity needs. The project needs a dome shape but does not require Mohs 9 hardness or severe-environment durability. The camera has a defined wavelength band, reflection concern, glare issue or fingerprint exposure. The housing fit, seal line, flange clearance or optical zone depends on exact mechanical dimensions. Yes. The dome can be reviewed by drawing for outer diameter, curvature, wall thickness, optical zone and edge finish. Yes. Coating selection can be reviewed by optical band, reflection target, glare condition, fingerprint exposure and cleaning method. Sapphire is commonly considered for coastal and outdoor projects because it offers hardness and chemical stability, but the final housing and sealing design should also be checked. Please send drawing, material request, diameter, radius, wall thickness, coating, quantity, use environment and inspection requirements. Share your surveillance camera housing drawing, coating target and quantity. Felix Glass can review manufacturability, optical coating options, inspection points and quotation details for your custom sapphire AR coated optical dome.
CCTV sapphire dome
Custom Sapphire AR Coated Optical Dome for Surveillance Camera Housings
Direct answer
What This Spherical Sapphire Dome Helps Protect
AR Coating Option
Custom Housing Fit
Interest | material and coating
Material and Coating Details Kept from the Original Product
Interest | specification review
Typical Technical Specifications for Custom AR Sapphire Dome Projects
Product type Custom sapphire AR coated optical dome for CCTV surveillance equipment Model reference FG-AR-SAPPHIRE-DOME-001 Material Synthetic single-crystal sapphire; BK7/K9 optical glass can be reviewed as a secondary custom option Custom size range Commonly reviewed from 10 mm to 300 mm outer diameter, subject to drawing and process review Coating options Single-side or double-side AR, AF, AG or combined functional coating by application need Surface and edge Optical polishing, custom edge finishing and sealing-fit review for camera housing assembly Inspection focus Dimensional check, appearance, optical clarity, coating appearance and packing protection
Interest | application fit
Where CCTV Sapphire Camera Domes Are Usually Specified
Outdoor CCTV Housings
Coastal Security Cameras
Industrial Monitoring
Desire | selection logic
Why Engineers Choose Sapphire Instead of Standard Dome Glass
Harder Surface
Stable Outdoor Protection
Optical Coating Control
Desire | OEM workflow
How Felix Glass Reviews a Custom Surveillance Sapphire Dome RFQ
Drawing Review
Material Planning
Optical Polishing
Coating Selection
Inspection and Packing
Desire | customization details
Custom Options for Diameter, Curvature, Edge and Coating
Desire | comparison guide
When This AR Coated Sapphire Dome Is a Good Fit
Use Sapphire When
Review Optical Glass When
Confirm Coating When
Send a Drawing When
Cross-link | sapphire optical components
Related Sapphire Optical Component Links for Faster Comparison
Action support | buyer FAQ
Questions Before Ordering a Sapphire Dome for CCTV Surveillance Equipment
Can the dome size and radius be customized?
Can AR, AF and AG coatings be combined?
Is sapphire suitable for coastal outdoor CCTV cameras?
What information helps Felix Glass quote faster?
Action | RFQ preparation
Send Your CCTV Sapphire Dome Drawing for Engineering Review
