Grade 5 Titanium
Primary Grade 5 Titanium Uses and Considerations
Grade 5 Titanium, or Titanium 6AL-4V, is a silvery-white, corrosion-resistant, and biodegradable refractory metal alloy with a high strength-to-weight ratio. Already the most widely used Titanium alloy, Ti 6AL-4V properties continually enhance new products and end uses. Top industry uses include:
Aerospace: Because it has low density and high strength, the aerospace industry uses Grade 5 Titanium extensively.
Energy: Grade 5 Titanium’s ability to maintain strength even with prolonged exposure to saltwater also makes it perfect for marine applications and offshore oil and gas environments.
Medical: Titanium is also biocompatible, making it an excellent choice for medical implants, orthopedic pins, screws, and clips.
What you need to know about buying Grade 5 Titanium:
- Excellent resistance to humidity and saltwater environments.
- Excellent strength-to-weight ratio.
- Can be color anodized.
- Recommended for use at service temperatures up to 350° C (660°F).
- Can be heat treated.
Titanium Product Selection and Purchasing Options
Formats – Grade 5 Titanium comes in several formats, which require ASTM specifications as follows (other specifications are available upon request):
- ASTM B348 or AMS 4928 for round Titanium products
- ASTM B265 or AMS 4911 for flat Grade 5 Titanium
Conditions – While typically supplied in the Annealed condition, Grade 5 Titanium can be heat treated to improve the strength to applicable specifications.
Other Specifications & Conditions – Available upon request, for example:
- Required Testing: Need to know if ultrasonic inspection is required.
- Other Formats: Hollow tubes, forging stock, forged blocks, wire, etc.
Aerospace and Defense Industry Standards and Requirements
The aerospace and defense industry constantly evolves, driven by technological advancements supporting growing consumer and military sophistication, expectations, and demand. Our deep understanding of this industry stems from our extensive experience, skilled metallurgy professionals, and a history of successful partnerships with leading aerospace and defense companies.
Aerospace and Defense Industry Standards and Requirements:
- ASTM International: Standards for materials used in energy applications.
- SAE Aerospace Material Specifications (AMS, formerly known as the Society of Automotive Engineers or SAE)
Department of Defense (DoD) Military Standards or Military Specifications (MIL) on the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) ASSIST Database
We adhere to quality compliance certification standards and statutory regulations that pertain not only to the exotic materials we provide but also to our processes, custom machining services, and other aspects of our in-house expertise. Our materials specialists provide expert counsel on metal selection and inspection to ensure you receive materials that meet or exceed your expectations.
Leading Edge Metals & Alloys Certifications include:
- ISO9001:2015 and AS9100D Registered
- ITAR Registered
- DD2345 JCP Approval
- NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC Compliant
