Solar Glass 0787

As one of the harshest environments known to man, space demands materials and equipment that can perform under the most demanding conditions. An ECSS space-qualified material, SCHOTT® Solar Glass 0787 has been uniquely designed for these conditions, helping spacecraft to push the limits of human knowledge.

Reliable protection against harmful radiation

A cerium-doped material composition enables SCHOTT® Solar Glass 0787 to block harmful UV radiation and protect against high-energy particle radiation. Solar Glass 0787 also achieves a high transmittance in the visible spectrum of light up to near-infrared without significant loss of transmittance from the effects of solarization.

Gloved hands bending a sheet of SCHOTT® Solar Glass 0787 on a dark background

Flexible design to suit your mission

SCHOTT’s decades of experience and expertise in glass manufacturing allows Solar Glass 0787 to be produced in several different thicknesses directly drawn from the melting tank. This includes ultra-thin and flexible glass, available as cut-to-size substrates. Design opportunities are further enhanced with the availability of different coatings.

Stable, protective and long-lasting

Solar Glass 0787 offers a range of technical advantages when used for space applications such as photovoltaic systems and optical solar reflectors. Transmittance across the spectrum from UV-A to near-infrared is excellent, while low-wavelength UV and particle radiation are effectively blocked. Low solarization also ensures reliable performance during the lifetime of a mission, while a fire-polished surface and outstanding geometrical homogeneity add to its effectiveness.