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Various methods exist for the growth of sapphire crystals, with the Verneuil method (flame fusion process) and the Kyropoulos method being the most frequently employed. The following provides a concise overview of these two methods:

1. Verneuil Method: In the Verneuil method, aluminium oxide (Al2O3), the main constituent of sapphire, is melted and crystallised as it falls onto a rotating pedestal. A flame produced by the combustion of a mixture of oxygen and hydrogen gases melts the aluminium oxide powder. Liquid droplets solidify upon cooling and accumulate on the pedestal. This method is straightforward and cost effective. It may generate small, cylindrical crystal spheres.

2. Kyropoulos Method: In the Kyropoulos method, a seeding crystal is immersed in a molten aluminium oxide bath within a crucible. The crucible is slowly raised while rotating. This upward movement results in single-crystal growth in a defined crystallographic direction. The process produces large sapphire crystals with minimal levels of impurities. They are used in high-precision optics, laser systems and watchmaking.

Both procedures require careful control of temperature, pressure and chemical conditions to ensure the growth of defect-free sapphire crystals. Following crystal growth, additional processes may be performed. These processes include cutting, shaping, polishing and finishing, which yield the required form and quality of the sapphire material.

Note that technology and techniques in sapphire crystal growth continue to evolve. Given specific requirements and developments in synthetic crystal production, other methods or variants may be employed.

Our solutions for sapphire crystal growth:

Vertical Gradient Freeze (VGF) Sapphire: Our VGF process for sapphire crystal growth produces sapphire blanks with high structural integrity and optical clarity. These blanks are used for applications such as LED substrates, optical windows and semiconductor wafers.

Kyropoulos Sapphire Growth: The Kyropoulos process produces large sapphire blocks with minimal defects and consistent crystallographic orientation. This technique is used for the production of sapphire blanks utilised in high-precision optics, laser systems and the watchmaking industry.

Heat Exchanger Method (HEM) Sapphire: The HEM process for sapphire crystal growth provides efficient thermal management performance. It is suitable for applications that require effective heat dissipation. This method is used to manufacture sapphire substrates for power electronics, high-power lasers and high-temperature windows.

Advantages of our sapphire crystal growth:

High Chemical Purity: Our crystal growth methods produce sapphire with high chemical purity and minimal impurities. This ensures performance in applications with stringent specifications.

Optical Clarity: Our procedures yield sapphire substrates with high optical clarity. They are used in precision optics and laser applications.

Mechanical Strength: Sapphire exhibits high hardness and mechanical strength. These properties support durability in demanding environments.

Thermal Performance: Our sapphire substrates exhibit high thermal conductivity. They are used for applications that require efficient heat dissipation and thermal management.

Customised Solutions: We recognise that each application has unique requirements. Our team of experts collaborates with clients to develop customised sapphire solutions that meet specified criteria.

Reasons to choose our sapphire crystal growth solutions:

Experience in Crystal Growth: We have decades of experience in crystal growth technology. This experience has contributed to the development of reliable sapphire production procedures which are used within industry worldwide.

Precision and Craftsmanship: Our crystal growth methods combine established scientific techniques with precise fabrication procedures. This approach produces sapphire substrates that meet technical specifications.

Technical Expertise: Our team of experienced engineers and scientists provides technical support, advice and recommendations. This ensures that suitable sapphire substrates are selected for each application.

Global Accessibility: We offer global shipping and support. This ensures that sapphire substrates are accessible to industries internationally.