Materials overview
At a specific gravity of 4.51 it is less than half the weight of steel while its specific strength is higher. It is used in structural members and corrosion-resistant parts where weight has to come down.
At a density of 4.5 g/cm³ it is about 60% the weight of steel, yet its specific strength is higher.
An oxide film forms on the surface immediately, so it does not corrode in seawater or hydrochloric acid environments, and its excellent biocompatibility makes it the standard material for medical implants.
Key Property Values
These are the values engineers check first at the design stage. Actual delivery specifications follow the per-lot test report.
| Item | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Melting point | 1668 °C | A structural lightweight metal |
| Density g/cm³ | 4.51 | About 57% of steel |
| Thermal conductivity W/m·K | 22 | Relatively low |
| Thermal expansion µm/m·K | 8.6 | At room temperature |
| Corrosion environment | Seawater | Stable in chlorides and seawater |
| Supply grades | 2 | Grade 2 · Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) |
Figures are representative values. The thermal expansion coefficient is taken from published literature and needs review before release.
Key Advantages
How these figures translate into advantages in actual processes.
High specific strength
Light and strong at once. It is used in aerospace and transport structural members where weight has to come down.
A self-protecting film
The surface oxide film regenerates immediately when damaged, so corrosion does not progress in seawater and chloride environments.
Biocompatibility
It does not react with human tissue, so it is used in implants and surgical instruments.
Supply Forms · Machining Options
| Form | Specification |
|---|---|
| Wire · Rod stock | On request |
| Sheet · Plate | On request |
| Rod · Bar | On request |
| Custom machined parts | To drawing |
Custom Machining Capability
- Cutting to drawing dimensions · CNC / MCT machining
- Wire EDM · laser machining · welded assemblies
- Forming (bending · deep drawing) and surface treatment
- The same tolerances from a single prototype to full production
