Tungsten

Tungsten is a metal with a variety of applications in surface technology due to its unique properties such as high hardness, melting point and corrosion resistance. In various industrial applications, tungsten is used for coatings and surface treatments to improve the performance and durability of components.

A common application of tungsten in surface technology is tungsten carbide coating, which is applied by various methods such as thermal spraying or physical vapor deposition. Tungsten carbide coatings are characterized by their exceptional hardness and wear resistance and are therefore often used on tools, cutting tools and wear parts to extend their service life and increase machining efficiency.

In addition, pure tungsten or tungsten alloys are used in surface technology for applications that require extreme conditions, such as high-temperature environments or aggressive chemical environments. Due to its high melting temperature and corrosion resistance, tungsten is often used for coatings on high-temperature furnaces, nozzles, valves and other components in the chemical and petrochemical industries.

Another important area is the use of tungsten in the electronics and semiconductor industry for the production of thin films and coatings in microelectronic devices and components. Due to its high electrical conductivity and thermal stability, tungsten is often used for electrodes, contacts and connections in semiconductor components.

Overall, tungsten plays an important role in surface technology due to its unique mechanical, thermal and chemical properties. Through the targeted application of tungsten coatings and materials, the performance and reliability of surfaces can be improved in a variety of industrial applications.