After tungsten rings joined the jewelry market as a new material force, they have been loved by most male consumers. Their thick and mature texture benefits from carbide, an extremely hard and high-density material. But with long-term wear, a question often arises: Can tungsten steel rings be cut? This guide will teach you emergency removal methods and safety precautions to assist those who are curious about tungsten rings or own tungsten rings.
Can tungsten rings be cut off?
Address common misunderstandings
Tungsten carbide is an extremely hard compound that is often used as drill bits in industry. This material is also found in military equipment, so most people have misunderstandings about whether it can be taken off after being worn for a long time. Contrary to popular belief, tungsten rings can actually be removed in an emergency, but only if a technician is required and your own safety is ensured.
The reality of emergencies
How to quickly remove a tungsten ring in a medical emergency? In this emergency, it must be removed quickly and safely. Please stay calm first. We recommend contacting firefighters to help use hydraulic pliers and personnel protection. This method can quickly and safely cut off the tungsten ring.
How to remove tungsten ring？
Professional removal techniques
When removing a tungsten ring, the first choice is a jewelry service provider or medical personnel, both of whom have professional qualifications and can safely remove and cut off the tungsten ring while protecting you to the greatest extent. Of course, this assumes you have plenty of time and is not an emergency.
Do-it-yourself (DIY) approach
For those of you who prefer a DIY approach, I can share a method that works but won’t suit everyone. You need to prepare some tools first: 1. Vise 2. Soft cloth or leather 3. Vaseline
A vise applies very concentrated pressure, soft cloth and leather are used to protect your fingers, and Vaseline is used for lubrication.
Wrap your finger with cloth or leather near the ring to protect the skin from sharp edges during removal. Wrap it securely but not too tightly as it will restrict blood flow.
Put pressure on
Carefully place the vise clamp over a small area of the ring. Apply pressure slowly, and be careful: instead of squeezing evenly, you concentrate the pressure on that small area to create the crack. Although tungsten carbide has high hardness, it will become brittle when exposed to high pressure at a certain point, which means that it will break under high pressure.
Safety instructions
Don’t rush: Apply pressure slowly to avoid sudden breakage of the ring.
Protect your eyes: Wear safety glasses to protect your eyes from flying debris.
Be prepared for multiple attempts: It may take several attempts to create the initial crack.
Once the ring breaks
Once you’ve successfully cut the ring, it should come apart. If it doesn’t snap into two pieces immediately, apply gentle pressure from different angles to break it completely.
Precaution
1. You should know that the size of the ring is constant, but the size of the finger is not. Make sure to take it off regularly to check the wearing comfort.
2. You can take it off when not necessary for ring maintenance.
3. Do not wear it when engaging in dangerous occupations or high-intensity sports to avoid emergency accidents caused by the ring.
A medical perspective on tungsten rings
Opinions from healthcare professionals
The thickness of the joints of human fingers is not fixed, including the location of the ring. Once the skin and the ring are in a high-pressure state for a long time, it will hinder the blood flow of the finger and make the ring unable to be removed, so for your own safety and unnecessary trouble, please refer to the preventive measures carefully.
FAQs
How to remove a tungsten ring in an emergency?
Emergency Rescue Due to their hardness, oval tungsten rings usually require the use of special tools (cutting machines, hydraulic pliers, etc.) to break them into pieces.
Is it safe to wear a tungsten ring every day?
Yes, it is safe for daily wear, but removal may be necessary except for those working in hazardous occupations and during high-intensity exercise.
Can tungsten rings cause allergic reactions?
Tungsten carbide is hypoallergenic and therefore less likely to cause allergic reactions.
How to care for a tungsten ring?
You can keep your tungsten ring in good condition by cleaning it regularly with mild soap and water and avoiding harsh chemicals.
Can tungsten rings be resized?
Due to its hardness, tungsten rings cannot be resized like traditional metal rings.
Do tungsten rings discolor over time?
Tungsten carbide is highly resistant to tarnish and maintains its luster over time.
