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TO-46 Metal Header Hermetic Glass-to-Metal Seal Package for Laser Diodes and Sensor Modules

Place of Origin CHINA
Brand Name HUONA
Certification ISO9001
Model Number WIRE
Minimum Order Quantity 100PCS
Price Negotation
Packaging Details Vacuum sealed trays packed in export cartons
Delivery Time 7–15 working days depending on order quantity
Payment Terms T/T
Supply Ability 1000000pcs/month
Product Details
Product Name TO-46 Metal Header Package Type TO Series Hermetic Package
Base Material Kovar Alloy Glass Material Borosilicate Glass
Sealing Method Glass-to-Metal Hermetic Seal Lead Material Kovar Lead Pins
Attribute Value Product Name TO-46 Metal Header Package Type TO Series Hermetic Package Available Ty Gold Plated / Nickel Plated / Tin Plated Pin Configuration 2 Pins / 3 Pins / 4 Pins / 5 Pins / 6 Pins
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Product Description

Product Overview

TO-46 metal header is a hermetically sealed package widely used in laser diode modules, optical communication devices, photodiodes, and gas sensors. The header is manufactured using a glass-to-metal sealing process that ensures excellent hermeticity, high insulation resistance, and long-term reliability.

The body is typically made of Kovar alloy, which provides a thermal expansion coefficient compatible with glass materials, ensuring a stable seal even under temperature cycling. The pins can be gold plated or nickel plated to meet different bonding and soldering requirements.

This package is suitable for applications requiring high reliability, such as aerospace electronics, optical sensors, industrial detection equipment, and medical devices.

TO-46 Metal Header Hermetic Glass-to-Metal Seal Package for Laser Diodes and Sensor Modules 0


Technical Parameters

Item Specification
Product Type TO-46 Metal Header
Base Material Kovar Alloy
Glass Material Borosilicate Glass
Lead Finish Gold Plated or Nickel Plated
Number of Leads 2–6 Pins Customizable
Standard Diameter Ø9.0 mm
Hermetic Seal Type Glass-to-Metal Seal
Insulation Resistance ≥10⁹ Ω at 100 V DC
Leak Rate ≤1×10⁻⁹ Pa·m³/s
Operating Temperature -55°C to +150°C
RoHS Compliance Yes

Custom Attributes

Attribute Value
Product Name TO-46 Metal Header
Package Type TO Series Hermetic Package
Available Types TO-5 / TO-18 / TO-39 / TO-46 / TO-56
Base Material Kovar Alloy
Glass Material Borosilicate Glass
Sealing Method Glass-to-Metal Hermetic Seal
Lead Material Kovar Lead Pins
Lead Plating Gold Plated / Nickel Plated / Tin Plated
Pin Configuration 2 Pins / 3 Pins / 4 Pins / 5 Pins / 6 Pins
Header Diameter Ø9.0 mm
Header Thickness Customizable
Leak Rate ≤1×10⁻⁹ Pa·m³/s
Insulation Resistance ≥10⁹ Ω
Operating Temperature -55°C to +150°C
Application Laser Diodes / Sensors / Optical Communication / Gas Detection
Manufacturing Process Precision Stamping and Glass Sealing
Surface Treatment Gold Plating / Nickel Plating
Quality Inspection Hermeticity Test / Electrical Test
Certification RoHS Compliant
Customization Available According to Drawings

Product Features

Feature Description
Hermetic Sealing Reliable glass-to-metal seal suitable for harsh environments
High Thermal Conductivity Efficient heat dissipation for sensitive electronic components
Customizable Design Flexible pin configuration and plating options
Excellent Insulation Resistance Prevents leakage current and signal interference
Low Leak Rate Suitable for vacuum and inert gas sealing applications

Typical Applications

Application Area Example Use Case
Laser Packaging Housing for laser diode modules
Sensor Modules Photodiode and infrared sensor packaging
Gas Detection NDIR gas sensing devices
Optical Communication Optical transceivers and fiber interface modules
Aerospace and Medical Sensors used in harsh environments
Military Electronics Hermetically sealed electronic components

Packaging and Delivery

Item Details
Packaging Vacuum sealed trays packed in export cartons
Lead Time 7–15 working days depending on order quantity
Shipping Air freight, sea freight, or international express
Traceability Each tray labeled with lot number and product code
Minimum Order Quantity Negotiable depending on customization

Customization Capability

Our experienced R&D team can design and manufacture products according to customer drawings or technical requirements. Custom pin layout, plating options, dimensions, and packaging solutions are available.