Tungsten Rhenium AM Powders
Elmet Technologies manufactures tungsten-rhenium AM powder (W + 1-24% Re) specifically designed for laser-powder bed fusion additive manufacturing processes. The inclusion of rhenium significantly enhances the mechanical properties, providing exceptional high-temperature strength and resistance to creep. This powder is characterized by its low oxygen content, excellent flowability, and high apparent and tap densities.
Tungsten rhenium AM powder (W-Re) serves critical roles across various industries due to its exceptional high-temperature and durability properties. Its applications span aerospace components, high-power electronics, medical devices, and experimental research, making it indispensable for cutting-edge advancements and demanding environments.
Tungsten Rhenium Powder: Material Specifications
W-RE Powder Chemical Characteristics
| Element | Percent% |
| W2 | 99 – 76 |
| Re2 | 1 -24 |
| C | < 0.01 |
| O | < 0.03 |
W-Re Powder Physical Characteristics
| Property | L-PBF | DED |
| Bulk density, g/cc | > 10 | > 10 |
| Flow, s/50g | < 8 | < 9 |
| PSD, d10, µm | > 10 | > 40 |
| PSD, d90, µm | < 53 | < 150 |
Properties of Tungsten Rhenium Powder
W-Re powder combines the exceptional properties of tungsten and rhenium, making it highly valued for its high melting point, distinctive electrical characteristics, and remarkable thermal stability and strength. These qualities make it ideal for high temperature environments that must withstand severe conditions.
The key properties of W-Re powder for AM are as follows:
- High Melting Point
- Strength and Ductility
- Thermal Stability
- Corrosion and Oxidation Resistance
- Electrical Conductivity
WHy Tungsten Rhenium Alloy Powder?
Tungsten rhenium powder exhibits exceptional performance characteristics due to the combination of tungsten and rhenium. It boasts remarkable strength, making it ideal for high-temperature, high-stress, and corrosive environments. This powder is invaluable in critical industries such as aerospace, medical, and defense. Its applications continue to expand, making it a significant contributor to future technological advancements across various sectors.
Tungsten Rhenium Powders for AM
| WRe Powder Grades | Bulk Density (g/cc) | Hall Flow Rate (s/50g) | Particle Size D10 (mm) | Particle Size D50 (mm) | Particle Size D90 (mm) |
| W1Re (L-PBF / DED) | 10.2 / 9.9 | 5 / 6 | 14 /42 | 25 / 57 | 45 / 88 |
| W3Re (DED) | 8.7 | 8 | 45 | 62 | 95 |
| W5Re (L-PBF / DED) | 9.7 / 10.3 | 6 / 6 | 20 / 47 | 35 / 63 | 49 / 93 |
| W7Re (L-PBF) | 10.2 | 5 | 16 | 26 | 43 |
| W24Re (L-PBF) | 10.7 | 5 | 15 | 25 | 39 |
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