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0.025mm tungsten wire 99.95% pure tungsten filament

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0.025mm tungsten wire with a purity of 99.95% is commonly used as tungsten wire in various applications. Due to tungsten’s high melting point and excellent electrical conductivity, tungsten wire is widely used in incandescent light bulbs, electron guns, heating elements, etc.

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Why is tungsten filament thin?

Tungsten wire is often made very thin to achieve specific electrical and thermal properties. The thinness of the filament gives it a high electrical resistance, which is essential for generating the heat needed for an incandescent bulb to glow or to be used as a heating element. Additionally, the thinness of the filament allows it to reach high temperatures quickly and efficiently, thus contributing to its efficiency in providing lighting or heat.

Therefore, the fineness of tungsten wire is a carefully considered design choice to optimize its performance in various applications.

What is the size of tungsten filament?

Tungsten wire dimensions can vary depending on the specific application. For incandescent light bulbs, the tungsten filament is usually very thin, typically on the order of microns in diameter. The exact size of the tungsten filament in a light bulb depends on the resistance, power consumption, and light output required of the light bulb.

For other applications, such as electron guns or heating elements, the size of the tungsten wire may vary depending on the specific requirements of the device or system being used.

Is tungsten wire bendable?

Tungsten wire is known for its brittleness and lack of flexibility, which makes it harder to bend than other metals. Due to its high melting point and exceptional strength, tungsten wire tends to be very hard and can easily break if bent sharply. However, in some applications, tungsten wire can be drawn to very fine diameters, which can allow for a limited degree of bending or shaping.

Still, it's important to handle tungsten wire with care, as excessive bending or bending can cause it to fail.