That was my first thought too. I think beryllium is a good neutron reflector, in case you're building something where that might be useful. Hahahaare they made from these?
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Under what circumstances would a beryllium alloy pipe wrench be required?
I guess in a situation where sparking is absolutely not an option, as well as around MRI equipment.
- Non-sparking: Beryllium copper alloy is non-sparking, which is crucial in environments where sparks can be hazardous, such as in flammable or explosive atmospheres. This feature makes it an excellent choice for use in industries like oil and gas, chemical processing, or aerospace.
- Non-magnetic: The alloy is also non-magnetic, which is beneficial in environments where magnetic tools can interfere with sensitive equipment or cause unwanted attraction to metal objects.
- Corrosion-resistant: Beryllium copper alloy exhibits excellent corrosion resistance, making it suitable for use in harsh environments where other materials might corrode or degrade quickly.
- High strength-to-weight ratio: The alloy has a high strength-to-weight ratio, which allows for the creation of tools that are both strong and lightweight. This is particularly important for applications where weight is a concern, such as in aerospace or medical equipment.
- Low thermal conductivity: Beryllium copper alloy has low thermal conductivity, which helps to reduce heat transfer and minimize the risk of thermal shock or damage to surrounding materials.
- Specialized applications: Beryllium copper alloy is often used in specialized applications, such as in the production of high-performance springs, golf clubs, and other precision instruments, where its unique properties provide a competitive advantage.
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Have you ever checked out Zoro tools? It is owned by Grainger and cheaper. It was supposed to compete with the B2B websites. I have ordered things from there and they actually show up with the Grainger part number on the box. For instance, that wrench on Zoro is only $885. Just hope to save you a couple bucks in the future.Probably depends on the use case. For most situations it is not worth the money but if you have a specialized situation where you work on equipment that this type of tool is required then what can you do.
FWIW I logged into my Grainger account and the price was a little cheaper but not by much. Grainger is always on the high end of pricing anyway but they can usually get you what you need the next day even on weekends.
You pay a little more for that but when you got a job that needs done and there is hundreds of thousands of dollars or millions of dollars on the line you pony up.
I use Zoro when the parts I need aren't time sensitive. Their prices are usually better than Grainger but the shipping times are longer and their inventory isn't as good. The reason Grainger is my go to for certain parts is because of their ability to get it to me next day.Have you ever checked out Zoro tools? It is owned by Grainger and cheaper. It was supposed to compete with the B2B websites. I have ordered things from there and they actually show up with the Grainger part number on the box. For instance, that wrench on Zoro is only $885. Just hope to save you a couple bucks in the future.
The materials are different. Aluminum Bronze isn't enough for ATEX Zone 0 or Zone 20, in which an explosive gas or dust is present continuously for long periods of time.McMaster-Carr has a similar one for only $452. https://www.mcmaster.com/6498A5/ So, unless you need it's exact features, no it is not worth over $1k.
The one I posted has non-sparking, non-magnetic, beryllium copper jaws where it matters most (that is, where the tool is doing most of the work that might cause problems). Of course, like I stated, if you need the exact features such as all beryllium, get an all beryllium tool.The materials are different. Aluminum Bronze isn't enough for ATEX Zone 0 or Zone 20, in which an explosive gas or dust is present continuously for long periods of time.
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Does she have big jugs of beer?Did you just call my mom a wench?