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Tungsten-Copper for Electric Applications

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Tungsten-Copper high performance composites for electrical applications are made from carefully controlled porous tungsten that is vacuum infiltrated with molten copper.  This provides a superior electrical contact material that combines the refractory, long lasting wear resistant properties of tungsten with the high thermal and electrical conductivity of copper. 
Alloys and Properties
Type Density
(g/c3)
HB
(MPa)
Electrical
Conductivity
(% IACS)
Form
WCu10 16.8-17.2
2550
> 27 Rods, Bars
Sheets,Plates,
Parts
WCu20 15.2-15.6
2160
> 34
WCu25 14.5-15.0
1940
> 38
WCu30 13.8-14.4
1720
> 42
Electric Application
High Voltage Arc Contacts, Vacuum Contacts, Electrodes for Resistant Welding and Spark Erosion, Leaders for Steel Rolling, Dies for Casting, Balance Weights, Rocket Parts.
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