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Title: The How-To Guide to Choosing Titanium Products

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The How-To Guide to Choosing Titanium Products
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Introduction

Titanium is a light, silvery-white, hard metal,
often used as an alloying agent with other
metals, such as aluminum, iron, molybdenum, and
manganese.
It is known for its strength and corrosion
resistance. It is ductile and is malleable when
heated, insoluble in water, and soluble in
concentrated acids.

Titanium is composed of aluminum, iron,
manganese, molybdenum, and additives. This gives
it its strength and ability to withstand high
temperatures.
Titanium was first discovered in 1791 by amateur
geologist Reverend William Gregor from Cornwall,
England. By the 1930s, titanium became produced
on a large scale through the efforts of William
Kroll.

Today, titaniums popularity continues to grow.
Titanium, is the seventh most abundant metal, as
well the ninth most abundant element overall.

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Table of contents

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Titanium Uses

In the medical field, titanium is used for hip
balls and joint replacements, dental implants,
surgical instruments, wheelchairs, and crutches.
In addition, titanium is used for football helmet
grills, tennis rackets, cricket helmets, bicycle
frames, and even body piercings.

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Titanium Benefits

Titanium is 30 stronger than steel, while being
half of its weight. It is also twice as strong as
aluminum, despite being twice as heavy.
Titanium resists corrosion, forms as oxide wall
against salt water, as well as being strong
enough to withstand exposure to the elements. In
addition, titanium is known for retaining its
strength up to 1,000 degrees F. This makes it a
great choice for the aviation, space exploration,
medical equipment, and ship building industries.

Titanium is also highly refractive and resistant
to UV, making it the ideal choice for plastic
coating, as it resists discoloration.
In helicopters, titanium works very well for
landing gear, hydraulic systems, and exhaust
ducts. In addition, titanium is works well for a
plane's structural components, wing components,
door components, landing gear, and engine parts.
Similarly, in automobiles, it works well for
exhausts and in the intake valves.

It also adds strength to graphite, making it a
great choice for sports equipment, such as golf
clubs and fishing rods.
Finally, for individuals with allergies to metals
or those who wear their jewelry in swimming
pools, titanium offers the benefit of being
hypoallergenic, durable, and lightweight.

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Types of Titanium

Titanium Bars Titanium bars can be further
divided into two categories, namely bars and
round bars. They are great for transport,
machining, and storage in the aerospace,
agricultural, automotive, dental, medical, and
food processing industries.
Titanium SheetsTitanium sheets are quite similar
to titanium plates, but are more bendable and
shapeable. This makes them perfect for
automobiles or submarines. They also come in a
variety of grades and thicknesses.

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Examples of Titanium Products

Some examples of titanium products include
Ti-6AL-4V, Ti-6AL-6V-2SN, and 6AL-2SN-4ZR-2MO (Ti
6242), which are all available in plates, bars,
and sheets.
Ti-6AL-4V This is a type of titanium alloy also
known as Ti64 or TC4. Ti-6AL-4V is known for its
high resistance to corrosion and its high
strength-to-weight ratio.

Ti-6AL-4V consists of Vanadium (V), Aluminum
(Al), Iron (Fe), Oxygen (O), Carbon (C), Nitrogen
(N), Hydrogen (H), Yttrium (Y), and Titanium
(Ti). It also has a relatively low thermal
conductivity when held at room temperature.
The plate is available in AL - 4V AMS 4911, 6AL
- 4V AMS 4904, 6AL - 4V MIL-T-9046, and6AL -
4V DMS1592varieties.

The sheet is available in 6AL - 4V AMS 4911, 6AL
- 4V AMS 4904, 6AL - 4V MIL-T-9046, and6AL -
4V DMS1592 varieties.
The bar is available in 6AL - 4V AMS 4928, 6AL -
4V AMS 6931, 6AL - 4V AMS 4965, 6AL - 4V
MIL-T- 9047, 6AL - 4V BMS 7-269, DMS 1583, and
ASTM B-348 varieties.

Ti-6AL-6V-2SN This is another type of titanium
alloy designed primarily for high temperature
uses. It consists of Vanadium (V), Aluminum (Al),
Tin (Sn), and Titanium (Ti).
The plate is available in MS 4918 and
MIL-T-9046varieties.
The sheet is available in AMS 4918 and
MIL-T-9046varieties.
The bar is available in AMS 4978, AMS 4979,
MIL-T-9047, and DMS 1887varieties.

6AL-2SN-4ZR-2MO (Ti 6242) This type of titanium
alloy is great for welding and performs well
under high-stress conditions. It is composed of
Molybdenum (Mo), Aluminum (Al), Zirconium (Zr),
Tin (Sn), and Titanium (Ti).
The plate is available in AMS 4919, DMS 2275, and
MIL-T-9046varieties.
The sheet is available in AMS 4919, DMS 2275, and
MIL-T-9046varieties.
Finally, the bar is available in AMS 4975, AMS
4976, AMS 6905, and MIL-T-9047varieties.

Interestingly, titanium alloy production, such as
the Ti-6AL-4V, Ti-6AL-6V-2SN, and
Ti-6AL-2SN-4ZR-2MO, began in the 1950s, in
particular with Watertown Arsenal. By 1953, over
two million pounds were being produced annually.

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Cost of Titanium

The cost of titanium varies. In general, titanium
is considered a more expensive type of metal
because it is rare. It is a bit more expensive
than other metals, especially rarer grades, such
as CP Grade 4 or CP Grade 7.In addition, since it
is typically only found bonded with other
elements, its processing is more expensive. A
typical cost is often 661 USD per 100 grams.
Despite this cost, the various benefits of
titanium makes it a worthwhile investment.

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Other Types of Products Available

In addition to titanium products, many titanium
suppliers and distributors also offer stainless
steel, alloy steel, nickel, and aluminum as well.
Do not hesitate to contact a local titanium
supplier and distributor for all of ones varied
titanium needs.

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