Inermet® 170 Tungsten Heavy Alloy (IT170)
Description
Plansee Inermet® composite materials are heavy metals with a high tungsten content (> 90%) and a NiCu binder phase.
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Properties
Chemical properties
Element
Weight %
Comment
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binder
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binder
90 %
Technological properties
Application areas
Inermet® tungsten alloys are distinguished by their particularly high density. Combined with their ability to absorb radiation as well as their outstanding mechanical properties and machinability, they are the ideal materials for a wide range of applications, such as in aerospace, the automotive industry, medical engineering and the construction industry.
Other
Paramagnetic
Primary Phase
Secondary Phase
This material data has been provided by Plansee.
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Applications
Healthcare
Medical Equipment
Radiographic Equipment
Environment Health Safety
Radiation Protection
Mechanical Systems
Industrial Machinery
Automotive
Combustion Engines
Optics & Imaging
Optical Equipment
Precision Mechanics
Horology
Watches
General Automotive Parts
Automotive Structure
Road Vehicle Systems
Engine Block & Components
Construction
Aerospace
Components For Aerospace Construction
Oil & Gas Industry
Equipment For Petroleum & Natural Gas Industry
Consumer Goods
Sports Equipment & Facilities
Sports Equipment
