ULE Super Stable Cavity-Square Cavity

 ULE Super Stable Cavity-Square Cavity Overview

The ULE Super Stable Cavity-Square Cavity redefines precision in environments where thermal stability is non-negotiable. Built with Corning 7972 ULE® glass, this cavity minimizes thermal drift to below 1 ppm/°C, ensuring unparalleled frequency stability for critical applications. Its compact square geometry optimizes lab space while maintaining compatibility with modular optical setups. Ideal for atomic clocks, quantum computing, and gravitational wave detection, this cavity combines cutting-edge material science with sub-nanometer surface precision to outperform traditional designs.

Key Specifications

• Dimensions: 10x10x10mm to 200x200x200mm (custom sizes available), suitable for diverse scenarios from quantum chips to large interferometers. Small sizes fit compact lab layouts, while large specifications adapt to telescopes, with customization ensuring precise matching to various optical systems.​
• Material: ULE glass (CTE <±30 ppb/°C, certified), whose ultra-low expansion property inhibits temperature-induced dimensional changes. It provides a stable base for atomic clocks and gravitational wave detectors, with certification making it a reliable choice for precision optical applications in harsh environments.​
• Surface Quality: λ/10 flatness, <5 Å roughness, whose near-perfect flatness and smoothness reduce beam distortion and scattering, improving laser system efficiency. It is crucial for fields like quantum communication and high-resolution imaging that rely on optical path purity.​
• Thermal Stability: <1 pm/K drift (-20°C to 80°C), with minimal drift within a wide temperature range ensuring stable performance. Suitable for industrial lasers, vehicle-mounted optical devices and other scenarios with large temperature fluctuations, avoiding precision degradation due to thermal deformation.​
• Mounting: Vibration-damped interfaces (resonance >500 Hz), effectively isolating external vibration interference and protecting optical components from mechanical shocks. Ensures continuous and accurate operation of systems in earthquake-prone laboratories and mobile detection equipment.​
• Coatings: 99.99% reflectivity (customizable for 200-2000nm), with high reflectivity reducing energy loss. The customizable wavelength range adapts to ultraviolet to near-infrared applications, providing efficient optical feedback for laser resonators, spectrometers, etc.​

Why Choose Our ULE Super Stable Cavity-Square Cavity?

1. Zero-Compromise Material Performance

The ultra-low expansion properties of ULE glass eliminate thermal distortion, even in fluctuating environments. Unlike conventional materials, it maintains dimensional stability across decades, reducing recalibration needs.

2. Space-Smart Square Design

The square configuration enables seamless integration into stacked optical systems while improving mechanical rigidity. Four-sided symmetry simplifies alignment—critical for time-frequency transmission and quantum communication setups.

3. Lab-Tested Reliability

Pre-qualified under MIL-STD-810 shock/vibration protocols, our cavities deliver consistent performance in aerospace-grade conditions. Aging studies show <0.02% dimensional shift after 10,000 thermal cycles.

4. Application-Specific Customization

Need UV-enhanced coatings for spectroscopy? Specialized ports for fiber coupling? Our engineering team tailors every ULE Super Stable Cavity-Square Cavity to your wavelength, vacuum compatibility, and mounting requirements.

Trusted By Global Innovators

• Quantum Labs: Enabled 10^-18 fractional frequency stability in atomic clock trials
• Space Agencies: Deployed in satellite laser ranging systems with 5+ years of zero-maintenance operation
• Semiconductor Giants: Reduced thermal drift errors in EUV lithography by 89%

Certifications & Compliance

• ISO 9001/14001-certified production
• RoHS/REACH compliant
• NIST-traceable calibration reports
• PTB/ANSI/NIM alignment protocols

Flexible Ordering Options

• Academic Discounts: Save 15% on orders >3 units
• Rapid Prototyping: Get functional samples in 21 days
• Global Shipping: DDP terms with customs clearance suppor

  

FAQ

Q: How does the square shape improve stability over cylindrical cavities?

A: The symmetrical design reduces stress concentration points, improving vibration resistance by 40% in comparative tests.

Q: Can I get coatings for cryogenic environments?

A: Yes—our HR coatings are tested down to 4K without delamination. Specify your temperature range during quoting.

Q: What alignment tools do you recommend?

A: We provide custom alignment jigs with purchase, compatible with standard HeNe lasers.

Q: Is the ULE Super Stable Cavity-Square Cavity vacuum-compatible?

A: Absolutely. All units are leak-tested to <1×10^-9 mbar·L/s for ultra-high vacuum systems.

Q: Do you offer volume discounts for research consortia?

A: Contact us directly for tiered pricing on orders exceeding 10 units.

Need Help Specifying Your Cavity?

Email our optical engineers at xachaona@163.com for free design consultations about ULE Super Stable Cavity-Square Cavity.