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Quartz rods are essential components in modern industries requiring exceptional thermal stability, optical transparency, chemical resistance, and dimensional precision. Whether used in semiconductor manufacturing, laboratory equipment, UV systems, or industrial heating applications, high-quality quartz rods provide reliable performance under extreme operating conditions.
Shanghai Xinkehui Materials Co., Ltd. is a professional supplier of premium fused quartz rods, offering customized dimensions, high purity materials, and strict quality control to customers worldwide.
A quartz rod is a cylindrical component manufactured from high-purity fused silica (SiO₂). Unlike conventional glass materials, quartz rods exhibit superior thermal, optical, and mechanical properties, making them ideal for demanding industrial and scientific applications.
Quartz rods are typically produced through advanced melting and forming processes to ensure excellent purity, low impurity content, and consistent performance.
Key characteristics include:
These features make quartz rods one of the most widely used materials in high-temperature and precision manufacturing environments.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Material | High Purity Fused Quartz (SiO₂ ≥ 99.99%) |
| Diameter Range | 1 mm – 300 mm |
| Length Range | 10 mm – 3000 mm |
| Working Temperature (Continuous) | Up to 1100°C |
| Working Temperature (Short-Term) | Up to 1450°C |
| Thermal Expansion Coefficient | 5.5 × 10⁻⁷ /°C |
| Density | 2.2 g/cm³ |
| Softening Point | Approx. 1730°C |
| Annealing Point | Approx. 1215°C |
| Surface Finish Options | Polished, Fire Polished, Ground Finish, Precision Machined |
| Customization Services | Custom Diameters, Custom Lengths, CNC Machining, End Shaping, Drilling, Slotting |
| OEM / ODM | Available |
Quartz rods can withstand continuous temperatures exceeding 1100°C and short-term exposure up to 1450°C without deformation or performance degradation.
Quartz offers outstanding transmission in ultraviolet, visible, and infrared wavelengths, making it ideal for optical instruments, UV sterilization systems, and scientific research equipment.
The extremely low thermal expansion coefficient reduces the risk of cracking during rapid temperature changes, providing excellent thermal shock resistance.
Quartz rods resist most acids and corrosive chemicals, ensuring long service life in aggressive industrial environments.
Quartz possesses excellent dielectric properties and is commonly used in electrical and semiconductor applications where insulation is critical.
The low impurity content minimizes contamination risks in semiconductor processing, optical manufacturing, and laboratory environments.
