Tungsten Oxide (WO₃): Tungsten oxide, with the chemical formula WO₃, is an inorganic compound used as a raw material in powder metallurgy for producing hard alloys and tungsten products. It exists in various forms, including:
- Tungsten Trioxide (Yellow Tungsten): The most common form, characterized by its yellow color.
- Blue Tungsten Oxide: Represented by the formula W₂O₅₈, it has different physical and chemical properties.
Tungsten oxide is known for its high melting point, low solubility in water, and solubility in alkalis. It has broad applications in various fields, including LEDs, TFT-LCDs, catalysts, and electroplating.
Bulk Density (or Loose Bulk Density): In powder metallurgy and materials science, “bulk density” or “loose bulk density” refers to the mass of powder per unit volume when it is in a loose, natural state. This property reflects the degree of packing and porosity of the powder particles. A lower bulk density indicates that there is a higher proportion of voids between particles, resulting in a less dense packing.
Low Bulk Density Tungsten Oxide: Combining these concepts, low bulk density tungsten oxide refers to tungsten oxide powders that have a lower bulk density. This type of powder has the following characteristics:
- High Porosity:
- The powder particles have a larger proportion of voids, resulting in a lower overall bulk density.
- Ease of Dispersion:
- Due to the high porosity, the powder particles may disperse more easily in a medium.
- Specific Applications:
- Low bulk density tungsten oxide may be particularly useful in applications that require high surface area or easy penetration, such as gas sensor elements, catalyst supports, and other specialized uses.
In summary, low bulk density tungsten oxide is characterized by its higher porosity and ease of dispersion, making it suitable for specific industrial and technological applications where these properties are advantageous.
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