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Material Properties of Tungsten Tungsten metal powder is used to make ordnance for the military. Tungsten has a high density (19.25g/cm3) and high hardness. The melting point of tungsten is also very high at 3,422°C (6,191°F), making it a good choice for high temperatures as well. The BBC’s article titled “Tungsten: The perfect metal for…

Competitive Advantages Sporting goods products use tungsten because it has a very high density. With a density of 19.3 g/cc, tungsten products are a great choice for many athletes and outdoorsmen. Those who compete at the highest levels of sport need any edge they can get. Tungsten is able to provide that edge in many…

What is Tungsten Carbide? The carburization of pure tungsten powder creates the alloy tungsten carbide. The International Tungsten Industry Association provides an outline of the conventional carburization process that produces it. WC is the chemical formula for the resulting powder, so it is also referred to as WC powder. Tungsten carbide is a very hard material.…

What is thermal spraying? Tungsten carbide thermal spray powder is a leading surface coating material. Thermal spraying is a process that applies a powder as a surface coating to improve or repair the surface of a material. The powder is used to make your parts last longer or build up a part that has worn…

Tungsten powder is used in lead free radiation shielding to protect our bodies from harmful radiation.

Buffalo Tungsten has been supplying tungsten powder for electrical contacts for over two decades. Contacts are the metallic points that come together to complete a circuit. When they are in contact, electricity can flow through them. When they are not in contact, the flow of electricity stops. Circuit breakers are a common household example of…

Buffalo Tungsten is a global tungsten supplier to dozens of countries. From Norway to New Zealand, we can supply your needs. From full container loads to urgent air shipments, we get things to you when you need them. With our experience in global logistics we provide a high level of support. We will get your…

Buffalo Tungsten has created a social distancing logo with a message of hope… Our creation of this logo is a reminder that social distancing will help us to slow the spread of a deadly virus. It threatens the lives of many, especially those who are elderly and immune compromised. Although there are bigger issues in…

Buffalo Tungsten produces essential materials and continues to operate at normal capacity during the outbreak of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus. You can be assured that we can continue to meet your demand for tungsten materials. Although we have an exemption from New York State to remain in operation, we are not conducting business a usual in…

At Buffalo Tungsten we have always valued personal relationships. We enjoy face to face meetings with our customers. Because of the outbreak of the coronavirus, we have introduced web conferencing technology to keep in touch. Options include audio (dial in or system) with screen sharing and video conferencing.