CY8522 Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) Quartz Single Crystal Substrate X-cut (11-20) 15x15x0.5 mm

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) Quartz Single Crystal Substrate X-cut (11-20) 15x15x0.5 mm Description

Our X-cut (11-20) Quartz Single Crystal Substrate, measuring 15x15x0.5 mm, is meticulously crafted from high-purity Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂). Renowned for its exceptional thermal stability and chemical inertness, quartz provides a high degree of reliability in demanding environments. Its low thermal expansion and excellent optical clarity make it an indispensable material in areas such as waveguides, optical components, and precision metrology. Furthermore, the strong piezoelectric properties of quartz are ideal for applications in sensor development and frequency control devices.

Each substrate undergoes rigorous quality assurance to meet tight dimensional tolerances and crystallographic orientation requirements. This ensures uniform performance and repeatability across a variety of research and manufacturing processes. Choose our X-cut quartz single crystal substrate for a consistent, high-quality platform in your most critical projects.

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) Quartz Single Crystal Substrate X-cut (11-20) 15x15x0.5 mm Applications

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) Quartz Single Crystal Substrate X-cut (11-20) 15x15x0.5 mm offers exceptional thermal stability, high transparency, and excellent durability, making it ideally suited for demanding applications. Its well-organised atomic structure ensures consistent performance in various fields, including industrial processes, research endeavours, and commercial product manufacturing. Its superior properties enable precise control and reliability, ultimately contributing to technological advancements across multiple sectors.

1. Industrial Applications

·         Application 1: High-frequency resonators for ultrasonic sensors, guaranteeing superior frequency stability in harsh environments.

·         Application 2: Pressure and temperature sensor components that deliver consistent performance under varying industrial conditions.

2. Research Applications

·         Application 1: Piezoelectric transducers utilised in advanced materials testing and wave propagation studies.

·         Application 2: Optical waveguide substrates offering minimal attenuation, enabling precision photonics experiments.

3. Commercial Applications

·         Application 1: Stable timing components integrated into consumer electronics, ensuring long-term reliability.

·         Application 2: Durable sensor elements in wearable technology, maintaining accuracy despite continual usage.

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) Quartz Single Crystal Substrate X-cut (11-20) 15x15x0.5 mm Packaging

Each Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) Quartz Single Crystal Substrate, X-cut (11-20) 15x15x0.5 mm, is shipped in an anti-static sealed pouch and cushioned foam container to safeguard against physical damage. Keep in a clean, dry environment to maintain crystal integrity and avoid contamination. The secure packaging includes dust-proof barriers, while optional specialised holders are available upon request. Custom labelling and packaging solutions can be arranged.

Packaging: Vacuum sealed, Wooden Box, or Customised.

Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) Quartz Single Crystal Substrate X-cut (11-20) 15x15x0.5 mm FAQs

Q1: What are the key material properties of Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) Quartz Single Crystal Substrate X-cut (11-20) 15x15x0.5 mm?

A1: Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) quartz single crystal X-cut (11-20) substrates exhibit excellent thermal stability, low dielectric losses, and high optical transparency in the UV to IR range. With an X-cut orientation, they offer well-defined piezoelectric and anisotropic properties suitable for high-frequency applications and precision instrumentation. The 15x15x0.5 mm size ensures uniform thickness, superior surface flatness, and minimal lattice defects, making them ideal for advanced microelectronic and optoelectronic device fabrication.

Q2: How should this product be handled and stored?

A2: Because these quartz substrates are fragile and prone to chipping, they should be handled with clean, lint-free gloves. Keep them in a dust-free environment and avoid contact with harsh chemicals or abrasive surfaces. For long-term storage, use padded containers or specialised wafer carriers within controlled humidity levels. Moreover, ensure that no direct UV exposure or strong vibrations compromise the substrate’s structural integrity or surface quality.

Q3: Which quality standards and certifications apply to Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) Quartz Single Crystal Substrate X-cut (11-20) 15x15x0.5 mm?

A3: These quartz single crystal substrates typically meet rigorous manufacturing standards, such as ISO 9001 for quality management and ISO 14001 for environmental practices. They may also comply with RoHS and REACH directives, minimising hazardous substances and ensuring responsible production. Furthermore, suppliers often implement MIL-STD methods for shock and vibration testing. Each substrate undergoes stringent dimensional and surface quality inspections to ensure excellent optical clarity and adherence to specified tolerances.

Related Information

1. Material Properties and Advantages

Starting with its exceptional purity and stable crystal structure, the Silicon Dioxide (SiO2) Quartz Single Crystal Substrate X-cut (11-20) 15x15x0.5 mm exhibits remarkable mechanical strength and thermal resilience. Such qualities are derived from the tightly packed lattice of the quartz crystal, ensuring low defects and minimal inclusion of impurities. Thanks to these attributes, the substrate can reliably maintain its dimensions even under high-temperature processes, making it highly desirable in microelectronic component fabrication.

Maintaining superior dielectric properties and optical transparency further elevates the functional value of this quartz substrate. Manufacturers benefit from the substrate’s low dielectric constant and low loss tangent, which collectively ensure consistent signal transmission and minimal interference in high-frequency applications. Combined with excellent optical clarity, these advantages make the 15x15x0.5 mm X-cut substrate especially versatile for photonics, optoelectronics, and related precision-based devices.

2. Applications in Advanced Industries

Adoption of this quartz substrate in the semiconductor field highlights its versatility for thin-film devices, MEMS sensors, and resonators. It offers the precision and crystal orientation necessary for accurate frequency control, critical in timing devices and communications components. Additionally, the X-cut design (11-20) provides particular benefits for piezoelectric applications, where consistent performance across temperature ranges is vital for reliability and precision.

Utilisation of these substrates extends to emerging technology sectors such as quantum computing and advanced optics. In quantum experiments, the high purity of the quartz and its outstanding thermal stability assist in controlling environment-induced interference, which can disrupt sensitive measurements. In advanced optics, the clarity and uniformity of the substrate are valuable for beam splitters, precision laser systems, and optical modulators, making it a key resource in numerous cutting-edge research and industrial settings.