CY10349 One Side Polished Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate KH2PO4 Crystal Substrate (100) 10x10x1.0 mm

One Side Polished Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate KH2PO4 Crystal Substrate (100) 10x10x1.0 mm Description

One Side Polished Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate (KH2PO4) Crystal Substrate features a (100) crystallographic orientation with dimensions of 10x10 mm and a thickness of 1.0 mm. The one side polished finish ensures a controlled surface quality suitable for optical testing and frequency conversion applications. The substrate promotes minimal scattering losses and improved light transmission. Its precise dimensions and surface uniformity contribute to consistency in optical device fabrication and research settings.

One Side Polished Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate KH2PO4 Crystal Substrate (100) 10x10x1.0 mm Applications

1.      
Optical and Photonics
   - Used as a nonlinear optical crystal in frequency conversion devices to achieve efficient wavelength transformation by utilising its controlled surface finish.
   - Applied in modulators for laser systems to reduce optical losses through a uniform polished interface and precise crystallographic alignment.

2.      
Research and Development
   - Serves as a substrate in optical characterisation tools to enhance measurement accuracy by ensuring flatness and minimal surface defects.
   - Employed in prototype testing for novel optical components to obtain reproducible results by using a material with consistent dimensions and surface quality.

One Side Polished Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate KH2PO4 Crystal Substrate (100) 10x10x1.0 mm Packing

The substrates are packaged individually in mold-sealed anti-static bags and secured within cushioned boxes. Each package includes silica gel packs to control humidity and minimise contamination during transit. For storage, maintain in a cool, dry environment to avoid degradation of surface polish. Custom packaging options are available to meet specific environmental controls and handling requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How does the one side polished finish enhance the substrate’s performance in optical applications?
A1: The polished surface minimises scattering and absorption losses, ensuring improved light transmission and consistency in optical measurements, which is critical for frequency conversion and precision testing setups.

Q2: What measures are taken to verify the (100) orientation and surface quality?
A2: SAM utilises X-ray diffraction for crystallographic orientation verification and interferometric techniques to quantify surface flatness and defect density, ensuring accurate substrate specifications for application integrity.

Q3: Can the substrate dimensions be customised for specific projects?
A3: Customisation of dimensions and polishing parameters is possible based on the application. Detailed specifications can be provided upon consultation to match integration requirements in research or production environments.

Additional Information

Potassium Dihydrogen Phosphate (KH2PO4) is widely recognised for its optical properties, particularly in nonlinear optical applications. Its inherent birefringence and phase-matching capabilities make it a valuable material for studies in laser technology and advanced photonics research.

In materials science, the control of crystallographic orientation and surface finish plays a crucial role in determining performance. SAM leverages industry-standard fabrication methods and in-house metrology to deliver substrates with defined parameters, supporting precision in both experimental and production settings.