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Titanium Alloys

The ultimate material for lightweight strength. Titanium offers a strength comparable to steel at only 60% of the density, combined with complete corrosion immunity and biocompatibility.

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Unmatched Strength-to-Weight Ratio

Titanium is a metallic element known for its incredible performance characteristics. While it is more expensive than aluminum or steel, its unique combination of properties makes it essential for applications where performance cannot be compromised.

High Strength-to-Weight

Titanium is as strong as many steels but nearly half the weight. This makes it the ideal material for reducing weight in aerospace structures and high-performance vehicles without sacrificing strength.

Exceptional Corrosion Resistance

Titanium is immune to corrosion from seawater, chlorine, and most industrial chemicals. It forms a stable, protective oxide layer that instantly reforms if scratched.

Biocompatibility

Titanium is non-toxic and well-accepted by the human body, allowing bone to grow and adhere to its surface (osseointegration). This makes it the gold standard for medical implants.

Common Titanium Grades

Grade 2 (Commercially Pure): This is an unalloyed grade of titanium. It is not as strong as Grade 5, but it has excellent formability and corrosion resistance. It is often used for chemical processing equipment and marine hardware.
Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V): This is the most widely used titanium alloy, accounting for over 50% of all titanium usage. It is an alpha-beta alloy containing 6% Aluminum and 4% Vanadium, which significantly increases its strength while retaining good weldability and fabricability. It is the workhorse of the aerospace industry and the standard for medical implants.

A blank of a high-performance material used for medical implants, similar to Titanium

Titanium FAQ

Is titanium difficult to machine?

Yes, titanium is more challenging to machine than aluminum or steel. It has poor thermal conductivity, which means heat builds up in the cutting tool rather than being carried away by the chips. This requires lower cutting speeds, high-pressure coolant, and specific tooling to manage heat and prevent tool wear.

Can titanium be 3D printed?

Yes. Titanium Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) is a common material for Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS). 3D printing allows for the creation of highly optimized, lightweight titanium parts (like medical implants with complex lattice structures) that would be impossible to machine.

Can titanium be welded?

Yes, but it requires great care. Titanium must be welded in an inert gas environment (like argon) to shield it from oxygen, nitrogen, and hydrogen in the atmosphere. Contamination from these gases can make the weld extremely brittle and prone to failure.