Ruby-sapphire and synthetic gems
Ceramic
Properties of ruby-sapphire and synthetic gems
Single-crystal sapphire has a unique combination of physical, mechanical and chemical properties, that make it suitable for an extremely wide range of applications:
- high mechanical resistance
- high thermal stability
- very good heat transmission
- high optical transmission in ultraviolet, visible and infrared spectrums
- very high wear resistance
- chemical inertia
- zero porosity
- very high insulation
- the highest hardness next to diamond
Technical properties
Ceramic
Ceramics have a unique combination of physical, mechanical, chemical and especially the ability to produce complex designs pieces.
Zirconia
- High wear resistance and crack growth
- Chemical inertness
- High hardness
Alumina
- High temperature
- High electrical resistivity
- Chemical inertness
Technical properties
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