Momentive Technologies 124™

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Esco Optics is excited to offer Momentive Technologies' 124™ high purity fused quartz (formerly known as GE124). With a low-OH content, Momentive Technologies' 124 is an excellent choice for semiconductor processing equipment like etching, diffusion, and deposition, as well as, photovoltaic systems and second surface mirrors. Consistent homogeneity and a 1.4585 uniform refractive index are achieved using natural quartz in a proprietary electrically-fused manufacturing process. This method also provides a more cost-effective solution when compared to other synthetic quartz products. For applications in the semiconductor industry, ultra-high-purity quartz with minimal impurities ensures the material remains as pure as possible for ideal electrical conductivity. 

Momentive Technologies 124, Ge124, IR quartzIn UV applications, Momentive Technologies' 124 is a very efficient material and exhibits excellent transmittance. However, unlike typical quartz, its low-OH content allows it to perform well into the infrared region (IR). The IR edge falls after 4.0 μm for a 1 mm thick sample with little absorption in the "water band" at 2.73 μm. This makes Momentive Technologies' electrically fused quartz different from flame fused quartz (often referred to as "wet" quartz).

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At Esco, we process our blanks from raw boules or ingots and Momentive Technologies' 124 is the largest size available in the industry, providing limitless possibilities for oversized fabrication. A full ingot is 68" in diameter and 21" thick weighing in at 6,600 lbs. (~3000 kgs.)

Our approachable and friendly sales team is always available to assist customers with any questions on catalog or custom optics at sales@EscoOptics.com or EscoOptics.com

Additional specifications on 124 fused quartz can be found Momentive Technologies' website.

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