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Terminology
References 3 & 4

ZrO2 (Zirconium Oxide)

l (nm) n
250 2.30
300 2.15
400 2.07
500 2.00
600 1.98
700 1.97
800 1.96
900 1.95
1000 1.94
1500 1.94
2000 1.93

Bulk Properties

Melting Point:  2715 ºC
Density: 5.6 gm/cc

 

 

Film Properties

Evap. Temp.:  2400 ºC
Film Growth:  Crystalline
Film Hardness:
  Very Hard

Common uses:  Multilayer coatings. UV coatings. Protective layer for metal coatings.  Emitter coating on wires.

Comments:  Oxidation resistant.  High damage threshold at 0.35mm

 

 

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