Sapphire bearing is a high performance bearing made of synthetic sapphire (single crystal alumina, Al₂O₃). Sapphire is known for its extremely high hardness, excellent wear resistance and chemical stability, which can maintain excellent performance in extreme environments. Sapphire bearings are widely used in precision instruments, high-end industrial equipment and aerospace fields, and are ideal for improving equipment life and operating efficiency.
(1) Ultra-high hardness
The Mohs hardness of sapphire is as high as 9, second only to diamond, and the wear resistance is far greater than that of traditional metal bearings.Suitable for high load, high friction working environment, significantly extend the service life.
(2) Corrosion resistance
Sapphire is highly resistant to acids, bases and other chemicals and is suitable for use in corrosive environments.
(3) High temperature resistance
Sapphire can maintain stable performance in high temperature environments, up to 1800°C.
(4) Low friction coefficient
Sapphire has smooth surface and low friction coefficient, which can reduce energy loss and improve equipment operation efficiency.
(5) High precision
Sapphire bearing machining precision is high, suitable for high precision requirements of the application scenario.
Property | Specification |
Thickness | 0.5-300mm |
Size tolerance | +/-0.01 |
Edge Finish | Ground and beveled |
Surface Quality | commen 40-20 scratch-dig |
Surface Flatness | the best λ/4 @ 633 nm |
Parallelism | ≤3 arc min (≤0.9 mrad) |
Clear Aperture | >80% of central diameter |
Hardness (Knoop) | 1370 kg mm-2 |
Young's modulus | 3.4 x 1011 N m-2 |
Thermal Limit | 22 W m-1 K-1 |
Thermal expansion coefficient | 8.4 x 10-6 K-1 |
(1) Precision instruments: High precision measuring equipment, optical instruments and microscopes.Low friction and high precision ensure the stability and accuracy of equipment operation.
(2) Aerospace: For aircraft engines, satellite components and spacecraft.High temperature and corrosion resistance suitable for extreme environments.
(3) High-end industrial equipment: Used in semiconductor manufacturing equipment, laser cutting machines and high-speed rotating machinery.Ultra-high hardness and wear resistance extend equipment life and reduce maintenance costs.
(4) Medical equipment: Surgical instruments, dental equipment and medical imaging systems.Biocompatibility and corrosion resistance ensure safety and reliability.
(5) Watch manufacturing: Bearings and precision components for high-end mechanical watches.Low friction and high wear resistance improve the accuracy and life of the clock.
1. Q: What material is sapphire bearing?
A: apphire bearings are usually made of high-hardness, high-wear gemstone materials, such as synthetic sapphire, ruby, spinel, quartz or diamond, suitable for high-precision and low-friction applications.
2. Q: How does a sapphire bearing work?
A: Sapphire bearing through its high hardness, low coefficient of friction and wear resistance characteristics, in high-speed rotation or precision movement to reduce friction and energy loss, to ensure smooth and efficient operation of equipment.
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