Stable fluoride glasses have been obtained in the ZrF4-ZnF2-AlF3 based system. Compared with ZBLAN, glass with composition 23ZrF4.25ZnF2.15AlF3.14BaF2.13SrF2.10YF3 in ZrF4-ZnF2 AlF3 possesses favourable mechanical strength, improved chemical durability and good stability against crystallisation.
Origin
Yamamura Glass Japan
Journal Title
Phys Chem Of Glasses 36 2 1995 70-72
Sector
Special Glass
Class
S 862