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Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN (Annealed)

Heat-treated state · default condition

ISO IEC 60672-3 G-600

Standard annealed tubing, pressed parts and sealing components — pick when the part must be cut, ground, drilled or glass-to-metal sealed after forming.

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Values for the ANN condition

Other Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) tempers and conditions

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) is listed in 3 conditions; see the grade overview at Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600).

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Condition · open for datasheetBest forYield MPaTensile MPaElong. %HardnessConductivity
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Annealed
Standard annealed tubing, pressed parts and sealing components — pick when the part must be cut, ground, drilled or glass-to-metal sealed after forming.—450540 HV1 W/m·K
High-baria X-ray absorbing grade
BaO raised toward the top of the class (with SrO) for CRT/X-ray tube envelopes where soft X-ray absorption and high resistivity matter more than density or cost.—450550 HV0.95 W/m·K
Thermally tempered
Air-quenched compressive surface layer for 3–5× bending strength and better mechanical/thermal shock margin — no cutting or grinding possible after tempering.—1500540 HV1 W/m·K

What is Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN?

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN is Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) heat treated to ANN — standard annealed tubing, pressed parts and sealing components — pick when the part must be cut, ground, drilled or glass-to-metal sealed after forming. Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN has a tensile strength of 45 MPa (6.53 ksi), weaker than 56% of glass grades. Elongation at break is 0% and the elastic modulus is 72 GPa (10.4 Msi). Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN has a density of 2.82 g/cm³ (0.102 lb/in³), heavier than 53% of glass grades.

Advantages

  • Low embodied carbon — 1.3 kg CO₂/kg, better than 94% of glass grades

Limitations

  • Difficult to machine — 8/100, worse than 84% of glass grades
  • Poor heat conductor — 1 W/m·K (0.578 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 77% of glass grades

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN properties

Typical room-temperature values for Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN; 13 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among glass grades.

Physical4

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN has a density of 2.82 g/cm³ (0.102 lb/in³), heavier than 53% of glass grades.

Density2.82 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³
Refractive Index1.56
Light Transmission90%
Porosity0%

Mechanical13

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN has a tensile strength of 45 MPa (6.53 ksi), weaker than 56% of glass grades. Elongation at break is 0% and the elastic modulus is 72 GPa (10.4 Msi).

Elastic (Young's) Modulus72 GPa10.4 Msi
Shear Modulus29 GPa4.2 Msi
Bulk Modulus43 GPa6.2 Msi
Poisson's Ratio0.22
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)45 MPa6.5 ksi
Elongation at Break0%
Compressive Strength900 MPa131 ksi
Flexural Strength70 MPa10.2 ksi
Shear Strength35 MPa5.1 ksi
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)0.72 MPa·√m0.66 ksi·√in
Hardness, Vickers540 HV
Hardness, Knoop470 HK
Hardness, Mohs5.8

Thermal5

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN is rated for continuous service to 420°C (788 °F). It conducts heat at 1 W/m·K (0.578 BTU/hr·ft·°F), worse than 77% of glass grades. Thermal expansion is 9.5 µm/m·K (5.28 µin/in·°F).

Thermal Conductivity1 W/m·K0.58 BTU/hr·ft·°F
Specific Heat Capacity790 J/kg·K0.19 BTU/lb·°F
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)9.5 µm/m·K5.3 µin/in·°F
Max Service Temperature (continuous)420°C788 °F
Min Service Temperature-100°C-148 °F

Electrical5

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN is an electrical insulator with a dielectric strength of 25 kV/mm (635 V/mil) and a resistivity of 1×10¹² Ω·m.

Electrical Resistivity1×10¹² Ω·m3.94×10¹⁹ µΩ·in
Dielectric Strength25 kV/mm635 V/mil
Dielectric Constant (1 MHz)7
Dissipation Factor (1 MHz)0.004
Volume Resistivity1×10¹⁴ Ω·cm

Chemical & Environmental2

Corrosion resistance is very good (80/100), better than 58% of glass grades.

Corrosion ResistanceVery good80/100
Chemical Resistance SummaryGood resistance to water, neutral salts and most acids; attacked by hydrofluoric acid, hot phosphoric acid and hot strong alkalis. Alkali/baria content makes hydrolytic resistance lower than borosilicate — prolonged steam or hot caustic exposure leaches the surface.

Sustainability4

Producing a kilogram of Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN takes about 16 MJ of energy and emits 1.3 kg of CO₂ — less than 96% of glass grades. Typical recycled content is 15%.

Embodied Energy (primary production)16 MJ/kg6,879 BTU/lb
Embodied Carbon (primary production)1.3 kg CO₂/kg
Embodied Water15 L/kg1.8 gal/lb
Typical Recycled Content15%

Manufacturability2

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN's machinability is not recommended (8/100, worse than 84% of glass grades).

MachinabilityNot recommended8/100
PolishabilityExcellent92/100

Common Calculations4

Specific Strength (UTS / density)calculated16 kN·m/kg
Specific Stiffness (E / density)calculated25.5 MN·m/kg
Thermal Diffusivitycalculated0.4 mm²/s
Thermal Shock Resistance Indexcalculated0

Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.

Working with Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN

Is Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) easy to machine?

No conventional machining — diamond grinding, ultrasonic drilling, waterjet or scribe-and-break on annealed stock only; anneal after heavy grinding to relieve subsurface stress.

Can Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) be welded?

Joined by flame or induction glass-to-glass fusion and glass-to-metal seals; the ~9.5 µm/m·K CTE matches Dumet and 52-alloy leads, never fuse directly to borosilicate.

Can Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) be formed, bent or molded?

Formed by tube drawing, blowing, pressing or lampworking in the 700–1000 °C working range, followed by a controlled anneal near 480–520 °C.

What surface finishes work on Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600)?

Fire-polish or cerium-oxide polish for optical clarity; acid (HF) etching for frosting, and conductive or getter coatings applied by sputtering/CVD.

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) chemical composition (wt %)

Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.

ElementSpec limit (wt %)Nominal
BaOraises resistivity and X-ray absorption6 – 2012
Na2O3 – 107
K2Omixed-alkali effect lowers loss2 – 106
Al2O3improves durability1 – 52.5
CaO0 – 41.5
MgO0 – 31
SrOused with BaO in X-ray absorbing melts0 – 82
ZrO2 + TiO2durability / solarization control0 – 30.5
SiO2network former≥ 55 (balance)—

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN — frequently asked

What is Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN used for?

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN is typically used for electron tube envelopes, lamp glass and electrical insulation components. In short: lead-free X-ray absorber; dumet-matched expansion; high electrical resistivity.

What is the tensile strength of Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN?

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN has a typical tensile strength of 45 MPa (6.53 ksi) — weaker than 56% of glass grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 3 listed tempers.

Is Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN easy to machine?

Not especially — machinability is rated not recommended (8/100, worse than 84% of glass grades). No conventional machining — diamond grinding, ultrasonic drilling, waterjet or scribe-and-break on annealed stock only; anneal after heavy grinding to relieve subsurface stress.

Can Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN be welded?

Joined by flame or induction glass-to-glass fusion and glass-to-metal seals; the ~9.5 µm/m·K CTE matches Dumet and 52-alloy leads, never fuse directly to borosilicate.

What surface finishes work on Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN?

Fire-polish or cerium-oxide polish for optical clarity; acid (HF) etching for frosting, and conductive or getter coatings applied by sputtering/CVD.

Can Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN be formed, bent or molded?

Formed by tube drawing, blowing, pressing or lampworking in the 700–1000 °C working range, followed by a controlled anneal near 480–520 °C.

What is the maximum service temperature of Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN?

Baria-Alkali-Silica Glass (IEC G-600) ANN is rated for continuous use to about 420°C (788 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.

Sources

  1. IEC 60672-1/-3 Ceramic and glass insulating materials — classification and specifications — IEC (1995)
  2. Engineered Materials Handbook Vol.4: Ceramics and Glasses — ASM International (1991)
  3. Properties of Glass-Forming Melts / Handbook of Glass Data — Elsevier / CRC (2005)
  4. Technical and lamp glass tubing property sheets — Schott / Corning (2020)
  5. ISO 719 / ISO 720 hydrolytic resistance of glass — ISO (2020)

Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.