Superconductivity is well established in life science applications such as MRI and NMR, and development is advancing toward more advanced systems. In the energy sector, we are actively involved in large-scale projects aimed at future applications, such as large particle accelerators and nuclear fusion reactors.
As one of the few companies worldwide with expertise in both low-temperature superconductor (LTS) and high-temperature superconductor (HTS) technologies, Furukawa Electric is committed to innovating and manufacturing high-quality superconducting wires that enable the realization of advanced systems.
Through the development of LTS wires, we have successfully mass-produced NbTi Rutherford cables for large accelerators such as the LHC, along with Nb3Sn multi-stage stranded cables for fusion reactors including JT-60SA and ITER. More recently, we developed Cu-Nb reinforced Nb3Sn wires, making significant contributions to the development of high-field magnets.
For HTS wires, we have enhanced current performance in the medium field range (2–5T, around 30K) and in the high field range (over 15T, below 20K), based on our A.P wire technology, which excels in high magnetic fields. We are advancing H.M wire development to further improve current carrying capacity. Looking ahead, we will continue to drive the development of high-performance, high-quality LTS and HTS wires to support the next generation of accelerators and nuclear fusion reactors, from small-scale systems to large global projects.
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