Analytical Components International (ACI) Announces Publication of New Technical White Paper on Sapphire Windows

Stoughton, MA, July 7, 2026 – Analytical Components International (ACI), a leading manufacturer of precision components for analytical instrumentation and innovator in the hard materials industry, specializing in synthetic sapphire and precision ceramic components for the industrial, medical and life science industries, has today announced the release of its new white paper titled Buyer’s Guide to Sapphire Windows, which outlines key technical and quality considerations for sapphire window specification and integration.

Download the white paper here: https://analyticalcomp.com/download/buyers-guide-to-sapphire-windows/

The white paper outlines key material properties, manufacturing processes, and surface quality standards associated with sapphire window production, including inspection criteria such as the MIL-PRF-13830B scratch-dig specification. It covers surface inspection criteria, thickness and pressure considerations, geometry options, coating selection, and integration best practices to support informed engineering decisions.

In addition to technical specifications, the guide provides a practical selection checklist to assist customers in defining environmental conditions, optical requirements, mounting methods, and performance parameters to ensure proper specification and long-term functionality.

With over 50 years of experience in the hard materials industry, ACI designs and manufactures custom sapphire and precision components, delivering engineered solutions supported by deep application expertise and advanced manufacturing capabilities.

“We partner with teams across many different roles who are working to choose the right solution for their application,” said Isabelle Darcy, Operations Management at ACI. “Our goal with this guide is to offer straightforward information that supports everyone involved in the selection process.”

To learn more about ACI’s sapphire windows, visit: https://analyticalcomp.com/sapphire-windows/

About Analytical Components International

Analytical Components International (ACI) brings more than 50 years of experience in the hard materials industry, specializing in custom sapphire and precision ceramic components for OEMs in the industrial, medical and life science industries. Additionally, ACI is a manufacturer of life science components & assemblies, selling fluidic connections and tubing for the Analytical Instrumentation, Biotechnology and Invitro Diagnostic markets. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer service, ACI provides a wide range of products and services to meet the needs of researchers, scientists, and engineers worldwide. The company is headquartered in Massachusetts, USA. To learn more, visit analyticalcomp.com or contact us at [email protected] or +1.781.436.2780.