Tungsten Copper as Discharge Protection Components
In modern power systems, telecommunications, and electronic devices, transient overvoltages and surge currents pose significant risks to equipment reliability and longevity. To mitigate these threats, various surge protection components are commonly used in circuit protection designs. Tungsten copper (W-Cu) alloys, known for their high melting point, excellent conductivity, and erosion resistance, are ideal materials for fabricating high-performance discharge electrodes and contact elements.
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Tungsten copper alloys are used in various types of discharge protection devices, including:
Spark Gaps
Surge Protective Devices (SPDs)
High-frequency arc suppression modules
Key Contributions of W-Cu:
Exceptional Arc Erosion Resistance: In environments with frequent high-energy discharges, W-Cu maintains surface integrity and contact reliability.
Stable Current Path: Ensures consistent surge diversion with minimal contact degradation.
Flexible Form Factor Compatibility: Easily machined into custom geometries for modular, plug-in, or embedded protection components.
Example Applications:
High-voltage surge protection in railways, wind turbines, and solar PV systems
Transient voltage suppression in military radar and grid management systems
Arc protection modules in medical devices and critical power supplies
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