Sapphire Knives – Precision Blades for Science, Industry, and Medicine
Sapphire knives are among the hardest available tools, thanks to sapphire (aluminum oxide, Al₂O₃), which has a Mohs hardness of 9. This makes them exceptionally precise, long-lasting, and chemically resistant.
What Are Sapphire Knives Used For?
• Medicine and Surgery – Used in microsurgery, especially in ophthalmology (e.g., eye operations).
• Industrial Applications – Cutting brittle materials, microelectronics, and thin layers without contamination.
• Laboratory Tools – Used in scientific experiments and precision material cutting.
• Specialty Knives – Luxury design knives for specific applications.
Thanks to their extreme hardness, sapphire knives remain sharp for a long time, and their chemical inertness ensures they do not react with the materials they cut.