Titanium is a transition metal often used in the aerospace, medical, and military industries. It is as strong as steel, but 40% lighter.
Titanium is ductile and has a high melting point, making it ideal for extreme heat applications.
Properties of Titanium
- The exceptionally high strength-to-weight ratio
- Corrosion-resistant
- Ductile
- High melting point
- Non-magnetic
- Low thermal conductivity
- Low electrical conductivity
Applications
- Aircraft/spacecraft frames and engines
- Missiles and other weaponry
- Hydraulic systems
- Ocean-deployed surveillance devices and submarines
- Gears
- Compressor blades
- Sporting equipment
Machining Options
CNC Milling
Waterjet Cutting
CNC Turning
EDM
Laser Cutting
Turret Punching
Plasma Cutting
Surface Finishing
Titanium Grades and Alloys
Titanium Grade 1
Commercially Pure Titanium
Excellent corrosion resistance, formability, and high impact toughness. Widely used in chemical processing, automotive parts, and marine applications.
Titanium Grade 2
Commercially Pure Titanium
Widely available. Shares qualities with Grade 1, but is slightly stronger. Its weldability and strength make it great for medical and architectural applications.
Titanium Grade 3
Commercially Pure Titanium
Stronger than Grades 1 and 2 with similar ductility and slightly less formability. Common applications include aerospace structures, chemical processing and medical equipment.
Titanium Grade 4
Commercially Pure Titanium
Strongest of the four commercially pure titanium grades. Has excellent corrosion resistance, and good formability and weldability. Applications include airframe components and surgical hardware.
Titanium Grade 5
Alloy Ti6Al4V / Ti-6AL-4V / Ti 6-4
The most commonly used titanium alloy. Strong with better high temperature resistance than Grade 2. Often used in aerospace, medical, marine, and chemical processing applications.
Titanium Grade 9
Alloy Ti-3AL-2.5V
Higher tensile strength than Grade 2, and more weldable and corrosion-resistant than Grade 5. Predominantly used in industrial and aerospace applications.