The disadvantages of tungsten filament primarily revolve around its brittleness, deformation under high temperatures, and the evaporation of tungsten from the filament, which affects the lifespan and efficiency of light bulbs.
Brittleness and Instability: Tungsten filaments are prone to brittleness and instability due to a weakening of the wire's crystalline structure. This brittleness can lead to the offsetting or sliding of the wire’s grain boundary, making the filament unstable and potentially leading to failure. The importance of recrystallization temperatures comes into play here, as they can affect the stability and longevity of the filament.
Deformation Under High Temperatures: Despite improvements such as coiling the filament to increase its diameter and slow evaporation, tungsten filaments still face issues with deformation. Under the influence of gravity and at high temperatures, coiled tungsten filaments tend to lose their shape, sag, arc, and ultimately fail. This deformation is a significant drawback, especially in applications where maintaining filament integrity is crucial for the function and longevity of the light bulb.
Evaporation of Tungsten: The life of a light bulb with a tungsten filament is significantly affected by the evaporation of tungsten from the filament. This evaporation leads to blackening of the bulb and reduces its efficiency and lifespan. Although filling the bulb with inert gas helps slow this evaporation, it is not a complete solution and adds complexity and cost to the manufacturing process.
These disadvantages highlight the challenges in using tungsten filaments, despite their high melting point and heat resistance, which are beneficial in many applications. The ongoing development, such as the creation of non-sag tungsten wire filaments through doping methods, continues to address these issues, aiming to improve the reliability and efficiency of tungsten filaments in various applications.
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