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Bello Opal® (Polymer Impregnated Synthetic Opal) could be cut into coins /sheets with very thin thickness, such as 0.4mm. The most popular application is for inlay design.
Sanwa offers opal sheet from size 2mm to 50mm+ and they are available in different kinds of shape, such as round opal sheet, oval opal sheet, pearl opal sheet, marquise opal sheet, trillion opal sheet, heart opal sheet...etc. Custom shape is welcomed.
There are two types of pattern, A (dot pattern) and B (stripe pattern).
Due to certain degree of transparency in thin opal sheet, a new color can be created by adding black bottom.
Other than cabochons and round beads, opal sheet is also a popular item for jewelry designs.
Bello Opal is widely used in inlay jewelry design as only it has a very strong opal fire even cutting it very thin.
Bello Opal is a sustainable lab-grown gemstone with fashionable color. It could apply to many different product designs, such as ear monitors.
Bello Opal can create new trend in optical market.
Properties comparison to natural opal
| Category | Polymer Impregnated Synthetic Opal | Natural Opal |
|---|---|---|
Elements |
80% Silica & 20% Resin | Silica & Water |
MOHS Hardness |
4 | 3-5.5 |
Specific Gravity |
1.80-1.90 | 1.98-2.20 |
Heat Resistance |
130 degree C. | 100 degree C. |
Color Range |
OP01 to OP96 |
|---|---|
Degree of transparency |
Relatively low |
Jewelry Plating |
Bello Opal® could work well with jewelry plating |
Chemical Resistance |
Thinner, Methanol, Acetone |
Glass Compatibility |
Bello Opal® is not glass compatible. Please refer to "Galaxy Opal" |
Guarantee on quality |
No Cracking, Crazing or Yellowing |
