Name: Ytterbium-Doped Calcium Fluoride Crystal | Yb:CaF2 Crystal
Brand: Heeger Materials Inc
SKU: HM2867

Data sheet

Density	3.18 g/cm³
Materials	Yb:CaF2 Crystal
Melting Piont	1418 ℃

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Ytterbium-Doped Calcium Fluoride (Yb:CaF2) Crystal is a high-performance laser material, ideal for diode-pumped solid-state lasers. Grown by the Czochralski method, it has a wide absorption bandwidth and long fluorescence lifetime, allowing for efficient pumping and energy transfer. The crystal demonstrates minimal nonlinear effects under intense laser excitation, making it suitable for high-power and ultra-short pulse applications. Its excellent thermal and optical properties contribute to superior laser performance across various laser systems. Heeger Materials provides Yb:CaF2 Crystal for advanced applications.

Ytterbium-Doped Calcium Fluoride Crystal | Yb:CaF2 Crystal

Yb:CaF2 Crystal Properties

Doping Concentration	1~10 at.%
Absorption Peak Wavelength	979 nm
Absorption Cross-Section @ 980 nm	5.4×10^-21 cm^2
Emission Cross-Section @ 1035 nm	2.3×10^-21 cm^2
Fluorescence Lifetime	2.2 ms
Refractive Index @ 1035 nm	1.42866
Crystal Structure	Cubic
Cleavage Plane	(111)
Melting Point	1418 ℃
Nonlinear Refractive Index (CaF2)	1.9×10^-16 cm^2/W
Density (CaF2)	3.18 g/cm^3
Thermal Conductivity (CaF2)	9.71 W/m/K
Thermal Expansion Coefficient	18.41×10^-6 /K
Mohs Hardness	4 Mohs

Yb:CaF2 Crystal Key Advantages

Low quantum defect, long fluorescence lifetime
Wide transmission range (0.12-10 μm)
Low dispersion characteristics
Low nonlinear effects under strong laser irradiation
Custom coating services are available

Yb:CaF2 Crystal Applications

High-Power Laser Systems: Used in diode-pumped solid-state (DPSS) lasers, providing high efficiency and power output in industrial laser applications.
Ultrafast Laser Systems: Ideal for generating ultra-short pulses in femtosecond lasers, leveraging its broad emission bandwidth and low nonlinear effects.
Medical Laser Systems: Utilized in medical laser applications, including precision surgery and diagnostic tools, due to its high power and stable performance.
Scientific Research: Employed in research labs for spectroscopy, nonlinear optics, and laser-driven experiments requiring high-energy and short-pulse lasers.
Lidar Systems: Applied in remote sensing and Lidar systems for environmental monitoring and geological surveying, benefiting from its stable performance under high power.

Yb:CaF2 Crystal Packing And Shipping

Ytterbium-Doped Calcium Fluoride (Yb:CaF2) Crystal will be securely packaged in sturdy containers with cushioning materials to prevent movement or damage during shipping. This careful packaging ensures that the product arrives in perfect condition, maintaining its high-quality standards throughout the delivery process.

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Heeger Materials Inc., a professional supplier and manufacturer of high-quality Laser Crystals products including Ytterbium-Doped Calcium Fluoride (Yb:CaF2) Crystal, leverages extensive expertise in supply and export to offer competitive prices. We provide customized solutions to meet specific requirements, ensuring exceptional quality and customer satisfaction.

Heeger Materials Inc. was established in 2016 in Colorado, USA. We specialize in premium-grade metals, alloys, ceramics, powders, and other materials catering to research, development, and large-scale industrial production in scientific and industrial sectors.

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