kvartsplate

Kvartsplate refers to a type of flat, thin piece of quartz glass or crystal that has been split into thin layers, usually in the thickness range of a few millimeters to several centimeters. This specific material was used in watch cases and camera components in the past. Kvartsplate is often confused with other types of watch crystals, but it distinctly refers to the quartz-based glass material.

The primary application of kvartsplate was in the development of quartz crystal watches, where the material's properties were leveraged to great effect. Kvartsplate contributed significantly to the miniaturization of watch mechanisms and paved the way for highly accurate timekeeping in portable devices. Additionally, quartz-based crystals are used in electronic components for their high stability and resonant frequency, allowing for the precise control of electronic circuits.

Tependency on kvartsplate for camera optics and other applications, such as electronic frequency control, has faded with the advent of newer technologies like titanium alloy and silicon-based components. Since then, the demand for kvartsplate has decreased significantly, driving the practice of entry-level watch manufacturers to shift to alternative materials. However, because of its historical significance in watch development, kovartplade is still mentioned in discussions of vintage and luxury watches.

Most contemporary watches today use other types of crystals, while watches that utilize kvartsplate constitute a minority of the world market. Although much of the market's reliance has shifted to more versatile and low-maintenance alternatives, many contemporary brands continue to offer watches coated with kvartsplate.