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Formula: W 97/Re 3
Form: Coil
Material: Tungsten/Rhenium Alloy
Commodity: Alloys
Temper:
Annealed
Thickness:
0.05mm
Coil Width:
0.5mm
Goodfellow offers a range of foils, including Tungsten/Rhenium Alloy Coil (W 97/Re 3). This foil alloy combines tungsten's very high density and stiffness with rhenium's improved ductility. Applications of this refractory metal alloy include filaments for lamps, thermocouples, and radiation shielding for aerospace and nuclear industries. With properties tailored by blending tungsten and rhenium, this foil product expands options within Goodfellow's selection of specialty metal foils.
Tolerances
Coil
| Thickness | <0.01mm | ±25% |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 0.01mm - 0.05mm | ±15% |
| Thickness | >0.05mm | ±10% |
Material Properties for Alloys
Mechanical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Elongation at break( % ) | 15 |
| Tensile strength( MPa ) | 1180 |
Electrical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Electrical resistivity( µOhmcm ) | 9.5 |
| Temperature coefficient( K⁻¹ ) | - |
Thermal Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting point( C ) | 3325 |
| Coefficient of thermal expansion( x10⁻⁶ K⁻¹ ) | 2.9@20-100°C |
Physical Properties
| Element | Value |
|---|---|
| Density( gcm⁻³ ) | 19.4 |