• AlN Ceramic Substrate for Optical Modules and Semiconductor Packaging,AlN Ceramic Substrate for Optical Modules | High Thermal Conductivity
  • AlN Ceramic Substrate for Optical Modules and Semiconductor Packaging,AlN Ceramic Substrate for Optical Modules | High Thermal Conductivity

AlN Ceramic Substrate for Optical Modules and Semiconductor Packaging

No.AlN

Place of Origin: Guangdong, China

Material: Aluminum Nitride (AlN) Ceramic, available in 96% and 99% high purity grades

Functional Features: High thermal conductivity, excellent electrical insulation, low thermal expansion, high temperature stability, customized processing available

Application Industries: Optical Communication, Semiconductor Packaging, Photonics, AI Data Centers, High-Speed Communication Systems

Global OEM Supply:

Serving OEM customers in the USA, Germany, Japan, and Europe.

Delivery Time:

Standard substrates: 15–25 days, customized substrates: 20–35 days
Mass Production: Based on project requirements

  • AlN Ceramic Substrate for Optical Modules and Semiconductor Packaging,AlN Ceramic Substrate for Optical Modules | High Thermal Conductivity

Description

Product Description

AlN Ceramic Optical Module Substrate is manufactured from high-purity Aluminum Nitride (AlN) ceramic, offering excellent thermal conductivity, electrical insulation, and dimensional stability. Designed for optical communication and semiconductor packaging applications, it provides reliable thermal management solutions for optical transceivers, laser diode packages, and high-speed communication devices, improving performance and long-term reliability.

Material System

Aluminum Nitride (AlN) Ceramic

Aluminum Nitride (AlN) is an advanced technical ceramic material combining high thermal conductivity with excellent electrical insulation properties. Compared with traditional alumina ceramics, AlN provides superior thermal management capability while maintaining reliable insulation performance, making it suitable for applications requiring efficient heat dissipation and high reliability.

96% AlN Ceramic

  • Balanced thermal and mechanical performance
  • Good cost-performance ratio
  • Suitable for general thermal management applications

99% AlN Ceramic

  • Higher thermal conductivity
  • Improved dielectric performance
  • Suitable for high-performance optical and semiconductor applications

Learn more about our AlN ceramic substrate solutions for customized applications.

Application Scenarios

Optical Communication

AlN ceramic substrates are used in optical transceiver modules, high-speed optical modules, and TOSA / ROSA packages requiring efficient thermal management.

  • Optical Transceiver Modules
  • 400G / 800G High-Speed Optical Modules
  • TOSA / ROSA Packages

Semiconductor Packaging

Applied in laser diode packages, photonic devices, and thermal management components requiring stable performance.

CERAMPRO also provides ceramic components for semiconductor applications for advanced electronic packaging and thermal management.

AI Data Centers

Suitable for high-speed optical interconnect systems and next-generation optical module packaging driven by increasing data transmission requirements.

Explore our optical module ceramic solutions for advanced communication applications.

Core Advantages

High Thermal Conductivity

AlN provides excellent heat dissipation capability, helping transfer heat away from optical chips and electronic components efficiently to improve system stability.

Excellent Electrical Insulation

AlN maintains reliable electrical insulation while providing efficient thermal management performance.

Low Thermal Expansion

The thermal expansion coefficient of AlN is close to semiconductor materials such as silicon and GaN, helping reduce thermal stress during operation.

High Reliability

Suitable for long-term operation under high-temperature, high-power, and demanding working conditions.

Key Selling Points

  • 96% and 99% high purity AlN ceramic grades available
  • Thermal conductivity up to 230 W/(m·K)
  • Excellent combination of thermal conductivity and electrical insulation
  • Designed for optical modules and semiconductor packaging
  • Customized dimensions, thicknesses, and metallization options available
  • Prototype development and mass production support for global OEM customers

Technical Parameters

Parameter 96% AlN 99% AlN
AlN Content ≥96% ≥99%
Thermal Conductivity 150–170 W/(m·K) 180–230 W/(m·K)
Density 3.25–3.30 g/cm³ 3.30–3.33 g/cm³
Dielectric Strength ≥15 kV/mm ≥20 kV/mm
Dielectric Constant 8.5–9.0 (1MHz) 8.2–8.8 (1MHz)
Dissipation Factor ≤5×10⁻⁴ ≤3×10⁻⁴
Flexural Strength 300–350 MPa 350–450 MPa
Thermal Expansion 4.5×10⁻⁶/K 4.4×10⁻⁶/K
Surface Roughness Ra≤0.5μm Ra≤0.3μm

Material Comparison

Material Thermal Conductivity Electrical Insulation Application
AlN Ceramic ★★★★★ ★★★★★ Optical Module & Semiconductor Packaging
Alumina Ceramic ★★ ★★★★★ General Ceramic Substrate Applications
Si₃N₄ Ceramic ★★★ ★★★★ High Strength Ceramic Applications
BeO Ceramic ★★★★★ ★★★★★ High Performance but Restricted Applications

FAQ

1. What is an AlN ceramic optical module substrate?

An AlN ceramic optical module substrate is a high-performance ceramic component used for optical packaging applications, providing both thermal management and electrical insulation.

2. Why is AlN used in optical module applications?

AlN provides high thermal conductivity and excellent electrical insulation, making it suitable for high-performance optical devices.

3. What is the difference between 96% and 99% AlN?

99% AlN provides higher thermal conductivity and improved performance for advanced optical and semiconductor applications.

4. Can CERAMPRO customize AlN ceramic substrates?

Yes. CERAMPRO supports customized sizes, thicknesses, surface finishing, and metallization solutions.

5. Where are AlN ceramic substrates used?

AlN ceramic substrates are widely used in optical communication, semiconductor packaging, photonics, and AI data center applications.

6. What is the thermal conductivity of AlN ceramic?

96% AlN provides 150–170 W/(m·K), while 99% AlN provides 180–230 W/(m·K).

7. Does CERAMPRO support OEM production?

Yes. CERAMPRO provides prototype development, small batch production, and mass production support for global OEM customers.

8. Why choose AlN instead of alumina ceramic?

Compared with alumina ceramic , AlN provides significantly higher thermal conductivity while maintaining excellent electrical insulation performance.

9. Does CERAMPRO supply AlN ceramic substrates globally?

Yes. CERAMPRO provides customized AlN ceramic substrate solutions for OEM customers worldwide, including customers in the USA, Germany, Japan, and Europe. We support prototype development, small batch production, and mass production requirements.

10. What customization options are available for AlN ceramic substrates?

CERAMPRO provides customized solutions including dimensions, thicknesses, surface finishing, metallization, and structural design according to customer requirements.

Customizable

Custom Solutions Center We have a wide range of technologies such as material technology, process technology, design technology, measurement/evaluation technology, and integrated processes from materials to products in-house, so we can respond to various customizations. Please feel free to contact us first
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