U-Shaped Quartz Glass Tubes: Precision-Engineered Excellence for Advanced Industrial Applications

John Moncrieff’s U-Shaped Quartz Glass Tubes are designed to deliver precision, durability, and performance for advanced industrial, laboratory, and scientific environments. Manufactured in Scotland to rigorous international standards, these tubes provide exceptional thermal, chemical, and optical characteristics for critical applications.

Dimensional Specifications

• Diameter Range: Customizable from 1 mm to 800 mm
• Wall Thickness: Precision-controlled between 0.5 mm and 10 mm
• U-Shape Configuration: Engineered for optimal flow dynamics and specialized performance
• Custom Bend Radii: Manufactured to exact radius requirements for bespoke systems

Temperature Performance

• Hardening Point: Outstanding heat resistance up to 1730 °C
• Continuous Operation: Reliable, stable performance at 1000 °C
• Peak Performance: Tolerates short-term exposure up to 1450 °C
• Scottish Engineering Excellence: Precision-built to meet stringent global standards

Chemical Resistance Properties

• Universal Chemical Compatibility: Inert to most acids and alkalis (excluding hydrofluoric acid)
• Exceptional Durability Metrics:
  • 30× superior acid resistance vs. ceramic materials
  • 150× more resistant than stainless steel
  • Enhanced performance in low-temperature chemical environments

Thermal Characteristics

• Ultra-Low Thermal Expansion: Coefficient of (5.3 – 5.8) × 10⁻⁷
• Thermal Shock Resistance: Maintains structural integrity when cooled rapidly from 1100 °C
• Uniform Heat Distribution: U-shape design ensures even and efficient thermal transfer

Electrical Properties

• Premium Insulation: 10,000× higher resistance than conventional glass
• High-Temperature Stability: Retains electrical properties under extreme heat
• Versatile Applications: Ideal for high-voltage, laboratory, and specialized electrical systems

Optical Performance

• Broad Spectrum Transmission: Exceptional clarity from UV through infrared wavelengths
• Visible Light Transmission: > 93% transparency for maximum optical performance
• UV Transmission: 80–90% in the ultraviolet spectrum
• Full Spectral Coverage: Complete light transmission from purple to red wavelengths

Primary Applications

• Chemical Processing Systems
• Laboratory and Analytical Equipment
• Heat Exchangers and Thermal Loops
• Scientific and Optical Instrumentation
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Specialized Flow and Circulation Systems
• High-Temperature Process Equipment

Quality Assurance

• ISO 9001 Certified Manufacturing – Consistent quality and traceability
• Comprehensive Quality Control – Rigorous inspection and verification at every stage
• Full Material Traceability – Documented from raw silica to finished tube
• International Safety Compliance – Conforms to global performance standards
• Precision Testing Protocols – Verified for dimensional, optical, and thermal accuracy

John Moncrieff Ltd combines traditional craftsmanship with advanced technology to deliver U-shaped quartz glass tubing of unparalleled quality and precision.

Contact our Technical Team today to discuss your U-shaped quartz requirements or request a quotation.