Tungsten is the heaviest, densest metal in the world. It is around twice as heavy as steel and 3 times denser than iron. So, how heavy really is Tungsten?
In short, Tungsten is EXTREMELY heavy. The material is available to buy in various forms but the most common is in cubes. The sizing of Tungsten cubes is usually done in inches and the sizes readily available online are 0.5 inch through to 4 inch in diameter.
In this article, we take different sizes of Tungsten cubes and tell you how much they weigh compared to household objects.
But first, take a look at this clip of a 4 inch Tungsten Cube exploding a pineapple.
How much does a 0.5-inch Tungsten Cube weigh?
Answer: Around 38 grams, which is equivalent to:
- Two medium-sized apples
- Small handheld digital camera
- Deck of playing cards
- Compact travel umbrella
- Pack of gum or mints
- Portable phone charger
- Leather wallet with essentials
- Medium-sized orange
- Small paperback book
- Set of keys with keychain
- Pair of sunglasses
- Handful of standard paperclips
- Compact pocket mirror
- Mobile phone
- USB flash drive
- Small container of lip balm
- Miniature flashlight
- Set of earphones
- Granola or protein bar
Find out more about 0.5 inch Tungsten Cubes here
How much does a 1-Inch Tungsten Cube weigh?
Answer: Around 315 grams, which is equivalent to:
Find out more about 1 inch Tungsten Cubes here
How much does a 1.5-Inch Tungsten Cube weigh?
Answer: Around 1 kilogram, which is equivalent to:
- Large Feather Pillow
- Lightweight Blanket
- Yoga Mat
- Empty Backpack
- Small Laptop
- Foldable Camping Chair
- Basic Foam Mattress Topper
- Light Rain Jacket
- Compact Sleeping Bag
- Portable Beach Umbrella
- Foldable Picnic Table
- Standard Desktop Monitor
- Lightweight Easel
- Wall Clock
- Slim Desk Lamp
- Portable Outdoor Grill
- Air Mattress
- Thin Beach Towel
- Foldable Card Table
How much does a 2-Inch Tungsten Cube weigh?
Answer: Around 2.5 kilograms, which is equivalent to:
- Lightweight Foldable Canopy Tent
- Basic Foam Mattress (Twin)
- Compact Folding Table (Large)
- Giant Poster or Wall Art
- Large Decorative Floor Mirror
- Slim LED TV (40 inches)
- Thin Area Rug (Large)
- Foldable Plastic Outdoor Chair
- Inflatable Swimming Pool
- Large Photo Backdrop Stand
- Giant Map or Wall Tapestry
- Portable Projector Screen
- Lightweight Room Divider
- Slim Artificial Christmas Tree (6ft)
- Basic Plastic Kiddie Pool
- Lightweight Foldable Ladder
How much does a 2.5-Inch Tungsten Cube weigh?
Answer: Around 5 kilograms, which is equivalent to:
- Compact Refrigerator
- Lightweight Folding Bike
- Giant Bean Bag Chair
- Portable Air Conditioner
- Basic Treadmill
- Large Drum Set (Electronic)
- Lightweight Canoe
- Slim Tower Fan (Large)
- Inflatable Stand-Up Paddleboard
- Basic Weight Bench (Flat)
- Compact Elliptical Trainer
- Portable Massage Table
- Large Garden Gazebo
- Thin Inflatable Kayak
- Basic Punching Bag Stand
Find out more about 2.5 inch Tungsten Cubes here
How much does a 3-Inch Tungsten Cube weigh?
Answer: Around 8 kilograms, which is equivalent to:
- Portable Gas Grill
- Basic Elliptical Cross Trainer
- Basic Rowing Machine
- Portable Inflatable Hot Tub
- Lightweight Drum Kit (Electronic)
- Slim Tower Fan (Extra Large)
- Giant Bean Bag Sofa
- Basic Weight Bench (Adjustable)
- Lightweight Easel for Art
- Portable Massage Table (Professional)
- Large Garden Shed (Plastic)
How much does a 4-Inch Tungsten Cube weigh?
Answer: Around 20 kilograms, which is equivalent to:
- Spacious Outdoor Storage Shed
- Commercial-Grade Electric Lawn Mower
- Giant Commercial-Grade Patio Heater
- High-Capacity Lightweight Power Generator
- Commercial-Grade Inflatable Bounce House
- Lightweight Outdoor Movie Projector
- Industrial-Grade Electric Pressure Washer
- Double Oven Range (with additional features)
- Heavy-Duty Storage Cabinet
