Advantages And Disadvantages of Using Tungsten Wire to Heat Glass

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Tungsten wire heating glass is suitable for processes that require high temperature and precise temperature control. The advantages are high efficiency and durability, but the problems of oxidation, cost and equipment complexity need to be solved. In practical applications, it is necessary to weigh the use according to the specific process requirements. The advantages and disadvantages of using tungsten wire to heat glass are as follows:

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How is Tungsten Wire Used in Glass Cutting?

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The application of tungsten wire in glass cutting mainly relies on its high strength, conductivity and high temperature heating ability. It can achieve precise cutting through thermal stress cracking, local softening or combined with abrasives and mechanical movement. It is particularly suitable for the processing of thin glass and optical components.

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Zinc Tungstate

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Like zinc molybdate (ZnMoO₄), zinc tungstate is a compound composed of two transition metal elements and oxygen, gaining widespread attention from semiconductor researchers due to its unique structure and physicochemical properties. Note: Tungsten, zinc, and molybdenum are all transition metal elements; tungsten and molybdenum belong to the same subgroup, with atomic numbers 74 and 42, respectively, while zinc has an atomic number of 30.

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Application of Tungsten Wire in Glass Melting Furnace

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Tungsten wire has important applications in glass melting furnaces due to its high melting point (about 3422°C), excellent high temperature resistance and chemical stability, especially in the field of special glass and precision glass manufacturing. The following is a detailed introduction to its main uses and precautions.

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Potassium Tungstate

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Like sodium tungstate (Na₂WO₄), potassium tungstate is a tungstate composed of an alkali metal, a transition metal, and a non-metal element, exhibiting excellent thermal, mechanical, electrical, and optical properties. It is widely used in chemical and photovoltaic industries. Note: Tungsten is a transition metal element; sodium and potassium are alkali metals with atomic numbers 11 and 19, respectively.

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