RefractiveIndex.INFO

Refractive index database

nk database   |   n2 database   |   about

Shelf

Book

Page

Optical constants of W (Tungsten)
Ordal et al. 1988: n,k 0.667–200 µm

Wavelength: µm
 (0.667–200)  
 

Complex refractive index (n+ik)[ i ]


n   k   LogX   LogY   eV

Derived optical constants

References

M. A. Ordal, R. J. Bell, R. W. Alexander, L. A. Newquist, M. R. Querry. Optical properties of Al, Fe, Ti, Ta, W, and Mo at submillimeter wavelengths, Appl. Opt. 27, 1203-1209 (1988)

Data

[CSV - comma separated]   [TXT - tab separated]   [Full database record]

INFO

Tungsten, W

Tungsten, commonly known by its chemical symbol W (derived from its alternative name, wolfram), is a hard, dense metal with a bright silver-gray luster. Known for its high melting point, which is the highest of all the elements at 3,422°C (6,192°F), tungsten is often used in applications that require materials that can withstand extreme temperatures. Historically, it's been a crucial component in the filaments of incandescent light bulbs. Moreover, tungsten and its alloys are utilized in many high-temperature structural materials, particularly in aerospace and electronic industries due to their remarkable strength at elevated temperatures. Tungsten is also used in the production of wear-resistant electrical contacts and as the primary component in certain types of heavy metal alloys. In the realm of optics and photonics, tungsten is often used as a target for X-ray generation.

External links