D263 Glass Wafers & SCHOTT Glass Substrates 

UniversityWafer supplies premium D263 glass wafers and SCHOTT borosilicate glass substrates for microfluidics, MEMS, photonics, biomedical devices, optical coatings, displays, and semiconductor research. D263 glass is valued for its exceptional optical clarity, low surface roughness, high chemical resistance, and excellent dimensional stability, making it an ideal substrate for precision fabrication and thin-film deposition. We offer custom wafer diameters, thicknesses, polished finishes, and machining services to meet the requirements of both research laboratories and commercial manufacturers.

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UniversityWafer supplies high-quality D263 glass wafers for universities, research laboratories, and manufacturers developing microfluidic devices, MEMS sensors, photonic components, biomedical devices, displays, and advanced optical systems. Manufactured from premium SCHOTT borosilicate glass, D263 substrates provide excellent optical transmission, smooth surfaces, and outstanding dimensional stability for precision fabrication processes.

D263 glass is commonly selected for applications requiring high optical quality and compatibility with thin-film deposition, wafer processing, photolithography, laser micromachining, and precision coating technologies. We offer custom diameters, thicknesses, polished finishes, and machining services to support both prototype development and high-volume production.

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Microfluidic Lab-on-a-Chip Platform

"Our laboratory is fabricating a microfluidic biosensor and requires D263 glass wafers with optical-grade double-side polishing, low surface roughness, custom thickness, and laser-machined features. Can you provide prototype quantities and custom processing services?"

Available Specifications

  • SCHOTT D263 borosilicate glass
  • Standard and custom wafer diameters
  • Thin and ultra-thin glass substrates
  • Single-side or double-side polished
  • Optical-grade surface quality
  • Laser cutting and precision machining
  • Research and production quantities
  • Custom edge profiles and cleaning services

UniversityWafer also supplies Gorilla Glass, Borofloat® Glass, Quartz, Fused Silica, Sapphire, and Silicon wafers for semiconductor, optical, biomedical, and scientific research applications.

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What Is D263 Glass?

D263 glass is a premium thin borosilicate glass developed by SCHOTT for applications requiring exceptional optical quality, low surface roughness, and excellent dimensional stability. Its high transmission, smooth polished surfaces, and compatibility with semiconductor processing make D263 glass an excellent substrate for photonics, MEMS, displays, biomedical devices, sensors, and microfabrication. The material also exhibits excellent chemical resistance and thermal stability, making it suitable for demanding laboratory and industrial environments.

D263 glass wafer used for optical, MEMS and microfluidic applications

Advantages of D263 Glass Wafers

D263 glass has become one of the most popular specialty glass substrates because it combines excellent optical properties with superior process compatibility. It performs well during coating, photolithography, etching, laser machining, and wafer bonding processes while maintaining tight dimensional tolerances.

Property Benefit
High Optical Transmission Excellent visibility for imaging, displays, and optical devices.
Low Surface Roughness Ideal for thin-film deposition and precision coatings.
Excellent Chemical Resistance Withstands many laboratory chemicals and processing environments.
Thermal Stability Maintains dimensional accuracy during fabrication processes.
Precision Polished Surfaces Supports high-resolution lithography and optical fabrication.

Typical Applications

D263 glass wafers are widely used throughout research laboratories and commercial manufacturing because of their excellent optical performance and mechanical stability.

Application Typical Use
Microfluidics Lab-on-a-chip systems, fluid channels, and analytical devices.
Biosensors Medical diagnostics and biological sensing platforms.
MEMS Devices Microfabricated sensors, actuators, and pressure sensors.
Photonics Optical components, waveguides, and photonic circuits.
Displays Display panels, touch interfaces, and transparent electronics.
Optical Windows Laser systems, scientific instruments, and imaging equipment.

Available D263 Glass Specifications

UniversityWafer supplies D263 glass substrates with a variety of specifications for research and production applications.

Specification Available Options
Material SCHOTT D263 borosilicate glass
Diameter Standard and custom wafer sizes
Thickness Ultra-thin to standard thicknesses available
Surface Finish Single-side polished or double-side polished
Processing Services Laser cutting, drilling, dicing, polishing, cleaning, and custom machining
Research Quantities Prototype through production volumes

Why Choose UniversityWafer?

For more than 30 years, UniversityWafer has supplied premium glass wafers, Gorilla Glass, Borofloat® Glass, Quartz, Fused Silica, Sapphire, and silicon wafers to universities, government laboratories, startups, and manufacturers worldwide. Whether you require prototype quantities or production volumes, we can provide D263 glass wafers with the specifications needed for your application.

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