High Purity Titanium Hex Bar - China Suppliers & Factory for Industrial Applications
Product Description
Pure Titanium Hexagonal Bar
Common grades are TA1, TA2, etc. TA1 has good plasticity and toughness, suitable for parts working at lower temperatures, such as chemical equipment in the tube, bar, wire, etc., as well as the electrode in the electronics industry, electrolytic cathode, etc. TA2 is based on TA1 to improve its requirements, such as lower impurity content, with enhanced corrosion resistance and mechanical properties. It is commonly used in the manufacture of chemical equipment, reactors, towers, pipes, and other parts. It exhibits better corrosion resistance and mechanical properties, and is commonly used in the manufacture of chemical equipment, such as reactors, towers, pipelines, and other components.
Titanium Alloy Hexagonal Bar
Common grades are TC4, GR5, etc. TC4 is an α-β type titanium alloy with good overall mechanical properties, which can work for a long time at 400 ℃, widely used in aerospace, chemical, medical, and other fields, such as manufacturing aircraft engine parts, chemical equipment, shaft parts, implants in medical equipment, etc. GR5 is also an α-β type titanium alloy, which is a high-strength, strong corrosion alloy, suitable for the manufacture of chemical equipment, reactors, pipelines, and other parts. GR5 is also an α-β type titanium alloy with high strength and corrosion resistance, which is suitable for the manufacture of high-strength fasteners in the fields of aviation and aerospace.
Product Parameters
| Product Name | Ti6Al4V Titanium Hex Rod 10mm 16mm Titanium Hex Bar Stock |
| Material | Pure titanium and Titanium alloy |
| Titanium Grade | GR1, GR2, GR5, GR5ELI, GR7, GR9, GR12, GR23, Ti-4Al-2V, Ti-4Al-1.5Mn. |
| Standard | AMS4924-2002, AMS4926-2001, AMS4928-2001, AMS4930-2001, AMS4965-2002, AMS4967-2001, ASM4972-2003, ASM4975-2003, MIL-T-9047-2005, MIL-R-81588-1986, MIL-T-81556-1996, BS2TA3: 1973, BS2TA7: 1973, BSTA38: 1993, BSTA40: 1993, BSTA45: 1993, BSTA46: 1993, BSTA49:1993, ΓOCT26492-85, JISH4650-2000, DIN17862-1990, GB/T2965-2007, GB/T12769-2003, GB/T13810-2007 |
| Shape | Titanium round rod/bar, Titanium square rod/bar, Titanium flat rod/bar, Titanium rectangle rod/bar, Titanium hex rod/bar |
| Diameter | 1-300mm, customized |
| Length | 50mm-6000mm, customized |
| Technical | hot rolled and cold rolled |
| Surface | Bright/Polished/ Machined |
| Main Technique | Hot Forged; Hot Rolled; Cold drawn; Straighten etc |
| Application | Metallurgy, Electronics, Medical, Chemical, Petroleum, Pharmaceutical, aerospace, etc. |
Performance Characteristics
Low Density
Titanium has a density of approximately 4.5 g/cm³, significantly lower than steel. Therefore, titanium hexagonal bars are lightweight, making them advantageous in aerospace and other fields where reducing equipment weight is critical.
High Strength
Titanium's strength is comparable to or even exceeds that of some high-strength alloy steels. For example, TC4 titanium alloy hexagonal bars can achieve tensile strengths of 900 MPa or higher, enabling them to withstand substantial loads.
Excellent Corrosion Resistance
Titanium exhibits outstanding corrosion resistance in various media, such as seawater, nitric acid, and sulfuric acid. It forms a dense oxide film that prevents further corrosion. Consequently, titanium hexagonal bars are suitable for manufacturing corrosion-resistant components in chemical processing, marine engineering, and similar environments.
High-Temperature Resistance
Titanium can operate long-term at temperatures between 400°C and 600°C. Certain titanium alloys, such as Grade 9 (Gr9), maintain high strength and stiffness even at 600°C, making them suitable for parts used in high-temperature environments.
Good Machinability
Titanium hexagonal bars offer good machinability. They can be turned, milled, drilled, and processed using other methods to achieve the required shape and dimensions. However, machining requires attention to factors such as cutting parameter selection and tool material compatibility.
Production Process
Forging Machining
Titanium ingots are tested first, then forged, then work-hardened and annealed, then machined, then stress-relief annealed, and finally machined on the inner and outer surfaces, tested for dimensions, tested for performance, etc., and marked for storage.
Hot Rolling Machining
The titanium ingot is tested and hot rolled, then work-hardened, annealed, then machined and stress relieved, and finally, the internal and external surfaces are machined, tested, and labeled for storage.
Applications
Aerospace
Titanium alloys are extensively used in critical aircraft components such as engine blades, discs, shafts, landing gear assemblies, wing spars, and fuselage frames. They are also essential for satellite structures and space shuttle components due to their high strength-to-weight ratio and excellent fatigue resistance.
Medical
The exceptional biocompatibility and corrosion resistance of titanium alloys make them the material of choice for medical implants. This includes artificial joints, dental implants, and orthopedic devices. Specifically, titanium alloy rods can be machined into components like fixation screws and bone plates for fracture stabilization.
Chemical Processing
Titanium alloys' outstanding resistance to corrosion by a wide range of acids, alkalis, and salts makes them indispensable in chemical processing equipment. Key applications include reactors, towers, piping systems, valves, pumps, and various instrumentation components.
Automotive
In the automotive industry, titanium alloys are utilized to manufacture high-performance engine components (e.g., connecting rods, crankshafts, valves) and structural parts within suspension and braking systems. This contributes to significant weight reduction while enhancing strength, corrosion resistance, and overall vehicle performance.
Marine Engineering
For marine applications, titanium alloys are employed in critical parts such as propellers, shafting systems, and seawater piping. Their excellent seawater corrosion resistance also makes them suitable for offshore platform structures, structural components, and fasteners.
Electronics
Titanium alloys (often commercially pure grades) offer valuable properties for electronics, including good electrical conductivity, thermal management capabilities, and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding. They are used in the fabrication of electronic device housings, brackets, heat sinks, and enclosures for products like computers and mobile phones.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between pure titanium and titanium alloy hexagonal bars?
Pure titanium hexagonal bars (like TA1 and TA2) offer exceptional plasticity, toughness, and corrosion resistance, making them ideal for lower-temperature chemical equipment and electronic applications. Titanium alloy hexagonal bars (such as TC4 and GR5) are formulated with other elements to provide significantly higher mechanical strength and temperature resistance, suitable for aerospace fasteners, engine parts, and medical implants.
What are the key performance characteristics of titanium hexagonal rods?
Titanium hexagonal rods feature low density (approximately 4.5 g/cm³) which reduces overall weight, high tensile strength (exceeding 900 MPa for TC4), outstanding corrosion resistance in seawater and acids, high-temperature stability up to 600°C, and excellent machinability for manufacturing precise components.
In what industries are titanium and titanium alloy rods applied?
They are widely applied in aerospace (engine blades and structural frames), medical (biocompatible implants and bone plates), chemical processing (corrosion-resistant reactors and piping), automotive (high-performance engine parts), marine engineering (propellers and seawater piping), and electronics (EMI shielding and device housings).
What production processes are used to manufacture titanium hex bars?
Our titanium hex bars are produced using either Forging Machining (testing, forging, work-hardening, annealing, and machining) or Hot Rolling Machining (testing, hot rolling, work-hardening, annealing, stress relieving, and machining) to ensure optimal mechanical performance and surface finish.
What customization options are available for the titanium rods?
We support extensive customization, including diameters ranging from 1mm to 300mm and lengths from 50mm to 6000mm. Surface finishes can be specified as Bright, Polished, or Machined, according to various international standards such as AMS, MIL, JISH, DIN, and GB/T.