Probably the most well known application for tungsten alloy is the aerospace industry, where weights and counterweights are often required to be housed in restricted areas. With significant reductions in size possible, this in turn, leads to greater control of weight distribution. These components can increase the sensitivity of control mechanisms and keep the forces required to operate flight controls within acceptable limits.

Vibrations in the dynamic components of aircraft engines and propeller systems are highly undesirable. Vibration, caused by mass imbalance of externally rotating components, can be reduced or eliminated by using mass trim weights. Additionally, counterweights are incorporated into the pitch control systems of many propeller designs as a failsafe mechanism. During flight the propellers are kept at the correct angle by hydraulic pressure counterbalances to optimize performance. Tungsten alloy offer designers several advantages over conventional balance materials such as lead or steel. The higher density of the alloys permits smaller components to be used, reducing overall system weight. Unlike lead, which can exhibit creep at ambient temperatures, these alloys are stable and so may be used in mechanically stressed positions without the need for additional fabrication and encasement.


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Grinding creates the greatest hazard as the exposed tungsten/thoria area is greatly increased and fine particles of potentially radioactive dust are released into the atmosphere.

It is recommended that a dedicated grindstone with local dust extraction is used, and a simple filter mask is worn unless the number of electrodes used is very small (less than about 20 per year). If the grinding wheel is not fitted with a protective viewing screen, eye protection should be worn. The air extract from the grindstone should be arranged so that the particles are deposited into a substantial disposable bag.

A safe method of collecting and handling the dust from the collection unit must be used to minimise release to the atmosphere (for example, it could be placed in a sealed paper/plastic bag.)

The area round the grinding wheels should be cleaned daily with a vacuum cleaner to remove dust particles. If a high efficiency vacuum cleaner is not available, then the material should be damped down to minimise dust.

Workers should be encouraged to wash their hands before using the toilet facilities, and before taking work breaks, and for this reason the washing facilities should be close to the work areas.

 
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Tungsten carbide coats the edges of blades for reciprocating saws, such as jigsaws and demolition reciprocal saws.

The back-and-forth sawing motion of these types of saws is well-suited for abrasion, and their coating of tungsten carbide grit allows them to grind through metals, ceramics and masonry.

Applications include removing cast iron pipes and metal fasteners during demolition or cutting access holes through stone and tile during remodeling.


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Drill bits is a kind of solid tungsten carbide or  tipped with it to provide the speed, accuracy and wear resistance required by machine shops and high-precision manufacturing applications.

Construction professionals and amateurs buy similar bits that attach to hand power drills, drill presses and hobbyist rotary tools. Precision drill bit and grinding tools with tungsten carbide tips might be used for milling or sculpting metal as well as decorative carving of stone and precious gemstones.

As materials scientist Dale Wittmer stated in a Southern Illinois University publication, "Tungsten carbide tools have been the standard for over 50 years in the mining industry."


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Soldering Picks are used to move solder pieces into position when applying heat. The special Tungsten metal won't stick to the solder or the metal so the solder stays where you put it. Tungsten has a sky high melting temperature of 4,470°F. It is excellent for use with platinum and the only metal where contamination is virtually impossible. Tungsten may be bent to the desired angle without breaking, and also works great with Gold and Silver.

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Fishing tackle industry continues to produce lead fishing sinkers. Lead-based paint has been banned in many places and at one point, lead ammunition for waterfowl was under assault from the Environmental Protection Agency. However, concerns for aquatic environments, clever fishermen and innovative marketing have succeeded in bringing about a rise in the popularity of no-lead fishing sinkers.

The cost of production materials is a primary concern for manufacturers of fishing sinkers. For some, processing other types of metal or metal alloys might require re-tooling molds and dyes that are only suitable for lead. However, several manufacturers have gone to alternative metals and market no-lead sinkers by promoting benefits that their product affords fishermen. One of the more widely used alternative materials is tungsten, which is more expensive than lead, but has properties that set it apart.

According to Wolf Tech, tungsten sinkers are smaller than lead sinkers of the same weight. This could reduce the likelihood of getting snagged on underground structures or rocks. Tungsten sinkers make more noise than lead when hitting the water, which can draw the attention of fish. In addition, several manufacturers produce tungsten sinkers in a variety of colors, which is another feature that's not available with conventional lead sinkers.

In contrast to softer lead sinkers, tungsten maintains its shape over time, is more brilliant than lead and is considered environmentally safe. Tungsten is a good choice for fisherman looking for indestructible no-lead sinkers.


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Tungsten alloy has very excellent behavior in shielding against X rays and gamma radiation.Tungsten also has another characteristic, very high melting point. By this, it can be used in high temperature which can not be used with lead, for example nuclear scrap container.

Tungsten  alloy shielding is used in applications such as collimator, nuclear shielding, beamstop, PET syringe shield, vial shield, isotope container, FDG container, multi leaf collimator etc

Nuclear medicine--Radiotherapy, using two rows of very thin tungsten alloy plates (Multi leaf collimator) to irradiate tumour by beams of radiation accurately, protecting the patient and medical staff against unneccessary radiation


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Tungsten carbide was first used in the 1920s when a German light-bulb company sought ways to make cheaper wiring for the light bulbs. Since tungsten carbide has a high melting point, this compound worked perfectly for light bulbs because the temperatures inside them get very hot.

The production of tungsten carbide was perfected by the 1930s and other elements were also added in order to make the compound useful for other applications.


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Tungsten carbide is made from carbon and tungsten. It is harder than steel and cut at higher temperatures. It also cut very accurately at high speeds, resulting in higher productivity. Tungsten carbide cuts abrasive materials, such as cast iron, glass and ceramics more effectively than steel.

Tungsten carbide is more expensive than steel tools or carbide-tipped drills. Tungsten carbide measures a nine on Moh's hardness scale, meaning it is about as hard as corundum, but not as hard as diamond. In addition, tungsten carbide is brittle and must be used in a rigid, stable setup that minimizes vibration and movement. Tungsten carbide also requires a steady temperature or the tools may fracture. Flood coolant can keep carbide cool.


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Nuclear research establishments use nuclear reactors or cyclotrons to study or create radioactive materials. Tungsten alloy is used in research activities as collimators (devices which guide or focus beams of radiation) or containers for radioactive isotopes.

Tungsten alloy is ideal for shielding against both X- and Gamma radiation. The very high density of tungsten alloy shielding (more than 60% denser than lead) allows a reduction in the physical size of shielding components, without compromising the effectiveness of the shielding characteristics.

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