Platinum-iridium alloy wire is widely used, mainly including the following aspects:
Aerospace: Platinum-iridium alloy wire is widely used in the manufacture of high-temperature and high-pressure turbine blades, combustion chambers and nozzles due to its high melting point, high corrosion resistance and high strength. In addition, it can be used in the manufacture of superalloy reinforcing agents and combustion chamber linings in aero engines.
Chemical industry: In the chemical industry, platinum-iridium alloy wire is used in the manufacture of chemical reactors, catalysts and capacitors due to its high corrosion resistance and high melting point. In chemical reactors, it can withstand corrosion and oxidation in harsh environments such as high temperature and high pressure to ensure the safe and stable operation of the reactor.
Medical field: The application of platinum-iridium alloy wire in the medical field is mainly focused on oral dentures and radiation therapy. In the manufacture of oral dentures, platinum-iridium alloy wire is used in the manufacture of high-grade metal porcelain teeth and metal bridges. In radiotherapy, platinum-iridium alloy wire can be used to create high-energy radioactive sources for the treatment of diseases such as cancer 1. In addition, platinum-iridium alloy wire is also used in various medical devices, such as cochlear implants, pacemakers, and cyclotrons for cancer protons, improving the quality of life of all human beings.
Other fields: Platinum-iridium alloy wire can also be used to make electrodes, thermocouples, radiation protection materials, etc. In electrode manufacturing, platinum-iridium alloy wire can provide high-precision measurement results, and is widely used in chemical analysis, electrochemical analysis and other fields. In the manufacture of radiation-resistant materials, platinum-iridium alloy wire can effectively absorb and isolate radiation and protect the human body from radiation damage.
In summary, platinum-iridium alloy wire plays an important role in many fields due to its unique physical and chemical properties, contributing to scientific and technological progress and the improvement of human quality of life.