How to Buy Tungsten

Tungsten, a metal with the atomic number 74 on the periodic table of elements, occurs naturally in rocks such as wolframite, scheelite, huebnertie and ferberite. Uses of tungsten include the filaments of electric lamps, electron and television tubes, spacecraft and high-temperature projects, heating elements for electrical furnaces and many other applications, as tungsten has the highest melting point of any metal.

Instructions

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Decide which tungsten product is best for your needs. Tungsten can be found in its raw form, in the form of heat-treated alloys, or mixed with other metals. Tungsten is extracted from minerals, which is a difficult process, so it is much easier to purchase tungsten from a reputable dealer than to manufacture or extract it yourself. The uses of tungsten vary depending on its form; for example, tungsten and copper mixes are often used in engines and electrical wiring, while tungsten alloys have been used in cannon shells and grenades.

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Purchase tungsten from companies with inventories of metal products in the United States and other countries such as the United Kingdom. Companies include the Midwest Tungsten Service, which offers tungsten wire, alloys and raw metal to interested buyers. Eagle Alloys Corporation also offers raw tungsten metal, tungsten alloys and tungsten mixed with other metals, such as copper. Tungsten can be purchased online or from on-site companies who keep tungsten products in stock.

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Compare prices of tungsten before ordering to ensure you are getting a good deal. If possible, compare the prices of local companies who sell tungsten with online companies. Once you decide upon the amount of the order, find out if there are any discounts for ordering a certain amount before purchasing.

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Purchase the tungsten and use.

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