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CVD Diamond Library

A Comprehensive Guide

CVD diamonds are high-performance materials that combine exceptional optical, thermal, and electronic properties, making them indispensable in advanced optical, electronic, and industrial applications.Overview and Page Function Welcome to the CVD Diamond Library at Photonics on Crystals (POC). This page is a dedicated resource for understanding and selecting the most suitable CVD (Chemical Vapor Deposition) diamonds for your projects. Known for their remarkable properties such as high thermal conductivity, optical transparency, and mechanical hardness, CVD diamonds have become crucial for applications in photonics, electronics, and high-tech industries.

Overview of CVD diamonds


This library provides detailed information on various types of CVD diamonds, including Optical Grade Polycrystalline Diamond, Optical Grade Single Crystal Diamond, Raman Diamond, Color Center Diamond, and Electronic Grade Diamond. Each section outlines their unique characteristics, specifications, and applications, ensuring customers can make informed decisions. Whether you are designing advanced optical systems or seeking innovative materials for electronics, POC’s CVD Diamond Library offers guidance tailored to your needs.

Comparison Table of CVD Diamonds: Key Specs and Features

TypeKey SpecificationsKey FeaturesApplications
Optical Grade Polycrystalline Diamond– Transmission: Broad range (UV to IR)
– High thermal conductivity: ~2000 W/mK
– Hardness: 10 Mohs		– Superior optical transparency.
– Excellent thermal dissipation.
– Resistance to wear and harsh environments.		– High-power laser optics.
– IR windows and thermal lenses.
– Aerospace and military systems.
Optical Grade Single Crystal Diamond– Optical clarity: Exceptional
– Thermal conductivity: >2200 W/mK
– Isotropic optical properties		– Zero birefringence for precision optics.
– High radiation resistance.
– Durable and reliable.		– Raman spectroscopy.
– High-power laser systems.
– Space and harsh environment optics.
Raman Diamond– Low scattering properties.
– Enhanced optical clarity.
– High stability.		– Optimized for Raman spectroscopy.
– High signal-to-noise ratio.
– Precision surface quality.		– Raman systems for material analysis.
– Molecular diagnostics.
– Research in chemistry and physics.
Color Center Diamond– Stable quantum properties.
– Engineered defects (e.g., NV centers).
– Wide optical transparency.		– Ideal for quantum computing and sensing.
– High magnetometric sensitivity.
– Single-photon emission.		– Quantum computing.
– High-sensitivity magnetometry.
– Advanced photonic circuits.
Electronic Grade Diamond– Bandgap: 5.5 eV
– High thermal conductivity: ~2000-2200 W/mK
– Breakdown voltage: Extremely high		– Radiation hardness.
– High-frequency capability.
– Stable in high-power applications.		– High-frequency transistors.
– Power semiconductors.
– Nuclear and particle detectors.

Key Insights:

  1. Optical Grade Polycrystalline Diamond: Offers broad applicability for optical systems requiring durability and high thermal management, especially in harsh conditions.
  2. Optical Grade Single Crystal Diamond: Excels in precision applications where isotropic optical properties and clarity are critical, such as in space and high-power lasers.
  3. Raman Diamond: Specially designed for Raman spectroscopy, ensuring high sensitivity and resolution for material analysis.
  4. Color Center Diamond: A cutting-edge material for quantum technologies, enabling advancements in computing, sensing, and photonic circuits.
  5. Electronic Grade Diamond: Perfect for high-power, high-frequency, and radiation-tolerant electronic systems in demanding environments like nuclear instrumentation.

Optical Grade Polycrystalline Diamond

Optical Grade Polycrystalline Diamond is a high-performance material made of multiple diamond grains. It is known for its excellent optical transparency over a broad wavelength range, from ultraviolet (UV) to infrared (IR). With unmatched thermal conductivity, it is ideal for applications requiring high heat dissipation, such as high-power laser optics, thermal lenses, and IR windows. Its exceptional hardness and resistance to wear also make it suitable for challenging environments like aerospace and military applications. POC offers custom polishing and coating solutions, ensuring precision and reliability for demanding optical systems.
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Optical Grade Single Crystal Diamond

Optical Grade Single Crystal Diamond features unparalleled optical clarity and high thermal conductivity, making it perfect for applications where precision is critical. It is widely used in Raman spectroscopy, high-power laser optics, and advanced optical systems. The material’s isotropic properties eliminate birefringence, ensuring minimal optical distortion. Single crystal diamonds also exhibit excellent durability and radiation resistance, making them ideal for use in space and harsh environments. POC specializes in providing tailored solutions, including anti-reflection coatings and custom geometries, to meet customer-specific requirements.
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Raman Diamond

Raman Diamonds are specially designed for Raman spectroscopy applications. With their high optical clarity and low scattering properties, these diamonds enhance the sensitivity and resolution of Raman systems. They are widely used in material analysis, molecular diagnostics, and advanced research in chemistry and physics. POC’s expertise in high-precision manufacturing ensures that every Raman diamond meets stringent quality standards, offering superior signal-to-noise ratios and optimal performance for your spectroscopy needs.
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Color Center Diamond

Color Center CVD Diamonds are engineered with defects or impurities that create optical centers, enabling unique applications in quantum computing, sensing, and single-photon sources. Common color centers include nitrogen-vacancy (NV) centers, which are highly sought after for their stable quantum properties at room temperature. These diamonds are also used in high-sensitivity magnetometry and advanced photonic circuits. POC provides state-of-the-art fabrication and characterization services for color center diamonds, ensuring consistency and precision for emerging quantum technologies.
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Electronic Grade Diamond

Electronic Grade CVD Diamond is an advanced material tailored for high-power electronic applications. With its exceptional thermal conductivity, wide bandgap, and high breakdown voltage, it is ideal for devices like high-frequency transistors, power semiconductors, and radiation detectors. These diamonds are also used in particle accelerators and nuclear instrumentation due to their superior radiation hardness. POC offers customized processing, including electrode integration and device assembly, ensuring seamless integration into your electronic systems.
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Why Choose POC for Your CVD Diamond Needs?

At Photonics on Crystals, we combine cutting-edge technology with decades of expertise to deliver high-quality CVD diamonds tailored to your specific requirements. Our comprehensive library and custom solutions ensure that customers can confidently choose the right diamond for their applications. Explore the unparalleled strength, capabilities, and applications of POC’s CVD Diamond offerings. For further assistance, contact our experts today!