Tungsten heavy metals are high-density materials based on tungsten that are characterized by very high strength and good toughness. Additives such as nickel, iron, copper and molybdenum create alloys with specific properties – such as magnetic (NiFe) or non-magnetic (NiCu). They are used wherever compact dimensions, reliable shielding and high mechanical strength are required. At MOLYTUN, these materials are known as DensM® (NiFe-bonded) and DensM® P (NiCu-bonded). Detailed information on composition, nominal density and mechanical properties can be found in the grade overview and in the data sheets.
Grades & data sheets
| Variety | Composition | Nominal density | Brief info | Available as | Data sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DensM®170 | 90% W + 10% NiFe | 17.0 ± 0.15 g/cm³ | ASTM B777 Class 1 | Bars & rods (in stock), plates, finished parts according to drawing | |
| DensM®170 P | 90% W + 10% NiCu | 17.0 ± 0.15 g/cm³ | non-magnetic, ASTM B777 class 1 | Bars & rods (in stock), plates, finished parts according to drawing | |
| DensM®170 M | 90% W + 10% NiFeMo | 17.0 ± 0.2 g/cm³ | Mechanically reinforced | Bars & rods (in stock), plates, finished parts according to drawing | On request |
| DensM®175 | 92.5% W + 7.5% NiFe | 17.5 ± 0.2 g/cm³ | ASTM B777 Class 2 | Bars & rods (in stock), plates, finished parts according to drawing | |
| DensM®175 P | 92.5% W + 7.5% NiCu | 17.0 ± 0.2 g/cm³ | non-magnetic, ASTM B777 class 2 | Bars & rods (in stock), plates, finished parts according to drawing | On request |
| DensM®180 | 95% W + 5% NiFe | 18.0 ± 0.2 g/cm³ | ASTM B777 Class 3 | Bars & rods (in stock), plates, finished parts according to drawing | |
| DensM®180 P | 95% W + 5% NiCu | 18.0 ± 0.2 g/cm³ | non-magnetic, ASTM B777 class 3 | Bars & rods (in stock), plates, finished parts according to drawing | |
| DensM®185 | 97.5% W + 2.5% NiFe | 18.5 ± 0.2 g/cm³ | ASTM B777 Class 4 | Bars & rods (in stock), plates, finished parts according to drawing | |
| DensM®185 P | 97.5% W + 2.5% NiFe | 18.5 ± 0.3 g/cm³ | non-magnetic | Bars & rods (in stock), plates, finished parts according to drawing | On request |
| DensM®190 | 98.5% W + 1.5% NiFe | 18.8 ± 0.2 g/cm³ | Very high density | Bars & rods (in stock), plates, finished parts according to drawing | On request |
Tungsten heavy metals are high-performance materials based on tungsten that impress with their extreme density and outstanding mechanical properties. The combination of tungsten with additional elements such as nickel, iron, copper and molybdenum produces materials that are ideal for a wide range of industrial and military applications.
MOLYTUN GmbH offers these tungsten heavy metals under the brand names DensM® and DensM® P, which are tailored to specific requirements.
For detailed information on the material properties, available dimensions and tolerances, please refer to the following table or the corresponding material data sheets.
Density: 18.0 g/cm³
Thermal conductivity: 90 W/m·K
Electrical conductivity: ≈ 6-10 ×10^6 S/m (10-17 %IACS); NiCu non-magnetic S/m
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