CaF2 Crystal Calcium Fluoride Customized

CaF2 Crystal Calcium Fluoride Customized

Element Symbol：CaF2
CAS：7789-75-5
Model：Sup-CaF2
Shape：Wafer, Disc or ingot
Thickness：[N/A]
Dimension：[N/A]
(Note: Purity, shape, thickness, and dimensions can all be customized)

Calcium Fluoride (CaF2) is an inorganic compound composed of calcium and fluorine. It typically appears as a colorless crystalline solid and occurs naturally as the mineral fluorite. CaF₂ is known for its unique optical and physical properties, making it valuable in various applications.

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CaF2 Crystal Main Characteristics

Crystal Structure	Cubic
Density	3.18（g/cm³）
Melt Point	1360℃
Refractive Index	1.39908 at 5um
Solubility	0.0017g/100cm（20℃∕water）
Transmission Wavelength	0.13~11.3μm
Kjeldahl Hardness	158.3（100）
Elasticity Coefficient	C₁₁=164、C₁₂=53、C₄₄=33.7
Apparent Elastic Limit	36.54MPa
Thermal Expansion	18.85×10^-6∕K
Orientation	<100>、<001>、<111>±0.5º
Dimension	10x10mm，20x20mm，30x30mm，Ø50.8，Ø76.2 ，Ø100mm
Polishing	One side or two sides
Package	Class 100 clean bag, Class 1000 super clean room

CaF2 Crystal Applications

1. Optics:

- Used in the manufacture of lenses, prisms, and optical windows due to its transparency in UV and visible light.

2. Laser Technology:

- Employed in laser systems, particularly as a lens material for UV lasers.

3. Semiconductor Industry:

- In semiconductor manufacturing, calcium fluoride can be used as a dopant and insulating material, helping to improve the electrical performance of materials. It is also used as a substrate material in certain applications.

4. Electronics:

- Utilized as an insulating material in various electronic applications.

5. Fluoride Source:

- Serves as a source of fluoride ions in various chemical processes.

6. Ceramics:

- Used in the production of certain ceramic materials and as a flux in metallurgy.

Summary

Calcium Fluoride (CaF2) is a versatile compound with significant applications in optics, electronics, the semiconductor industry, and materials science. Its unique properties make it an essential material in various technological fields.

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