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Tungsten-copper alloy contains 6 to 50 percent copper and offers the advantages of both tungsten and copper: high-temperature resistance, resistance to arc erosion, high strength, high density, good electrical and thermal conductivity, low thermal expansion, ease of cutting and machining, and natural convection cooling properties. It is widely used in machinery, electrical power, electronics, metallurgy, aerospace, and other industries.
Key Characteristics of the W-Cu Alloy
High density
Due to tungsten's high density, the W-Cu alloy has a high density, making it ideal for applications that require a large mass within a limited volume.
Good thermal and electrical conductivity
Copper gives the W-Cu alloy excellent thermal and electrical conductivity, making it ideal for applications in which heat dissipation or electrical conductivity is important.
Mechanical Strength
Adding tungsten to the alloy improves its mechanical strength, making it a durable material for various industrial applications.
Applications of the W-Cu Alloy
Resistance Welding Electrodes
Because of its wear resistance and high electrical conductivity, the W-Cu alloy is widely used in the manufacture of electrodes for resistance welding.
Electronic components
Tungsten-copper composite materials are used in the manufacture of heat sinks, electronic enclosures, and other components that require excellent thermal and electrical conductivity.
Aerospace and Defense Industry
The W-Cu alloy is used in the manufacture of parts for aircraft, missiles, and satellites, where mechanical strength and thermal conductivity are critical factors.
Applications
- Aerospace
- Defense
- Electronic components
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Resistance Welding Electrodes
- High-Voltage Contactor
Available Sizes
- Round bars
- Tubes
- Plates
- Strips
- Son
- Custom-made: blanks, blocks, discs, parts made to specifications
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