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Tungsten carbide, 99% (metals basis)
Description
Sintered tungsten carbide cutting tools are very abrasion resistant. Tungsten carbide is often used in armor-piercing ammunition. Tungsten carbide is also an effective neutron reflector. Hard carbides, especially tungsten carbide, are used by athletes for balance. Tungsten carbide is also used for making surgical instruments
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 2870°C |
| Physical Form | Powder |
| Quantity | 50 g |
| Assay Percent Range | 99%, metal basis |
| Solubility Information | Insoluble in water. Soluble in nitric acid and hydrochloric acid. |
| Formula Weight | 195.86 |
| Density | 15.63 |
| Chemical Name or Material | Tungsten Carbide |
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