Tungsten alloy threaded rod is a high-performance mechanical connecting element featuring a continuous helical thread structure on its surface, primarily used to provide robust fixation and connection functions. As a refractory metal composite material, it uses tungsten powder as its main matrix, alloyed with nickel, iron, copper, or other elements (such as molybdenum or tantalum) through powder metallurgy processes. This not only imparts the high melting point and density of tungsten but also enhances toughness and machinability.
The core advantage of tungsten alloy threaded rods lies in the unique physicochemical properties of tungsten: a melting point of 3,422°C, ensuring the rod does not soften or deform in high-temperature environments; a density close to 19.3 g/cm3, significantly higher than lead, providing excellent vibration resistance and balance stability; and high hardness, approaching that of diamond-like tungsten carbide phases, resulting in strong wear resistance. Additionally, tungsten alloy threaded rods exhibit good electrical and thermal conductivity along with a low thermal expansion coefficient, effectively reducing thermal stress-induced loosening or cracking in precision assemblies. Another highlight is their excellent chemical stability, enabling resistance to acids, alkalis, oxidizing gases, and salt spray corrosion, maintaining long-term stability even in complex chemical atmospheres while preventing surface degradation or impurity contamination.
From a manufacturing perspective, the production process of tungsten alloy threaded rods is complex, primarily employing powder metallurgy. Initially, tungsten powder is mixed with other metal element powders in specific proportions and pressed into a green compact, followed by high-temperature sintering in a hydrogen or vacuum environment to form a dense alloy block. Subsequently, machining processes such as turning, milling, and thread rolling are used to create the threaded geometry. Thread types vary, including metric threads, imperial threads, or special trapezoidal threads, to meet different load requirements.
The application areas of tungsten alloy threaded rods are extensive, playing a critical role particularly in defense and aerospace industries. For instance, in rocket engines or satellite propulsion systems, they are used to fix high-temperature components, withstanding thousands of degrees of thermal shock and intense vibrations to ensure structural integrity. In nuclear reactors, tungsten alloy threaded rods are often employed as connecting elements for control rod drive mechanisms, leveraging their high density to shield radiation and resist neutron bombardment-induced embrittlement. Additionally, in chemical and electronic industries, they are suitable for sealed connections in high-pressure reactors or vacuum furnaces, with their corrosion resistance extending equipment lifespan.
