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Lithium Niobate (LiNbO3) Wafers
Overview
In addition to silicon and non-silicon wafers, STAAR LLC offers a variety of other specialized materials that cater to niche applications in the semiconductor industry. These include Lithium Niobate (LiNbO3) wafers, Lithium Tantalate (LiTaO3) wafers, Crystal Quartz wafers, and Sapphire wafers. Each material provides unique properties that are essential for specific high-performance and high-precision applications.
Product Features
High Electro-Optic Coefficient
Ideal for applications requiring modulation of light, such as in optical communication.
Piezoelectric Properties
Suitable for applications in acoustics and surface acoustic wave (SAW) devices.
Thermal Stability
Maintains performance over a wide temperature range.
- Diameter: Typically available in 3-inch and 4-inch sizes.
- Thickness: Customizable based on application needs.
- Orientation: Common orientations include X-cut, Y-cut, and Z-cut.
- Surface Finish: Polished for optical applications and specific roughness for SAW devices.
- Optical Modulators: Used in telecommunications for high-speed data transmission.
- Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) Devices: Essential for RF filters in mobile and communication technologies.
- Non-linear Optics: Used in frequency doubling and other non-linear optical applications.