
Barium tungsten electrodes are one of the core components in laser mercury-pumped light sources, whose performance directly determines the efficiency of mercury vapor discharge and the stability of the light source. Compared to traditional electrodes containing radioactive elements (e.g., thorium-tungsten electrodes), barium tungsten electrodes stand out for their environmental friendliness, high electron emission efficiency, and long service life, making them the preferred material in high-power gas discharge light sources. I. Material Characteristics of Barium Tungsten Electrodes High-Temperature Resistance and Stability:…