Quartz Glass Rods (Our Advanced) | High-temperature semiconductor, UV/IR optics | Withstands 1200°C (▲700°C over Industry Standard) (ASTM C1240) 90% UV transmission (ISO 9050) Precision cutting tolerance ±0.01mm (ISO 2768) | ▲ Superior thermal resistance for extreme environments Optimal UV/IR clarity for optical systems | Brittle material Higher cost due to specialized processing |
Borosilicate Glass Rods (Industry Standard) | Lab equipment, lighting fixtures | Withstands 500°C (ISO 720) 85% UV transmission (ISO 9050) Moderate chemical resistance (ASTM D543) | Cost-effective durability Commonly used in standard applications | Limited to moderate temperatures Lower optical clarity vs quartz |
Acrylic Rods (Our Base) | Decorative lighting, signage | Withstands 85°C (ASTM D648) 92% visible light transmission (ISO 9050) Lightweight design | Lightweight and affordable Easy to customize (cutting/punching) | Low heat resistance Prone to scratching |
Sapphire Rods (High-end Alternative) | Precision optics, aerospace | Withstands 2000°C (ASTM C1240) 80% UV transmission (ISO 9050) Mohs hardness 9 (▲▲ over quartz) | Extreme durability and thermal stability Optimal for high-stress environments | Extremely brittle Cost prohibitive for most applications |
Fused Silica Rods (Specialty Optical) | High-precision optics, lasers | Withstands 1400°C (ASTM C1240) 95% UV transmission (ISO 9050) Low thermal expansion (CTE: 0.5 ppm/°C) | Best-in-class optical clarity Stable under thermal stress | Rare material High production cost |
Polycarbonate Rods (Durable Plastic) | Industrial equipment, safety barriers | Withstands 130°C (ASTM D648) 88% visible light transmission (ISO 9050) Impact-resistant (ASTM D3763) | Flexible and shatter-resistant Affordable for mass production | Lower optical quality Not suitable for high-temperature uses |