What is titanium alloy?
Titanium alloy is an alloy composed of titanium and other elements. It has the characteristics of high strength, good corrosion resistance and high heat resistance. It is widely used in aerospace, medical equipment and other fields. Such as aircraft engine parts, artificial joints, etc. It is an important structural material.
What are the categories of titanium alloys?
Titanium alloys are mainly divided into three categories:
α alloy：stable structure, good high temperature strength.
β alloy：can be heat treated and strengthened, high strength.
α+β alloy：good comprehensive performance, wide application.
Each type is suitable for different fields due to differences in composition and performance.
1. α Titanium
α titanium alloys are mainly composed of titanium and aluminum. Aluminum is the main alloying element. These titanium alloys have “high temperature stability + corrosion resistance + weldability” as their core advantages. They maintain strength and stability at high temperatures. They play a key role in the aerospace and chemical industries.
Common typical grades
| Alloy grade | Alloy Type | Antioxidant | Thermal stability | Welding performance |
| TA5 | α-type titanium alloy | Good. A dense oxide film is formed on the surface | High. Aluminum improves thermal stability | Good. Not prone to cracks |
| TA7 | Almost α-type titanium alloy | Excellent | High. Can work at 600℃ for a long time | Good |
| TA15 | Almost α-type titanium alloy | Good. Stable performance in high temperature environment | High. Can work at below 500℃ for a long time | Excellent |
2. β-titanium alloy
Beta titanium alloys contain elements such as vanadium, molybdenum and chromium. The addition of these elements makes beta titanium alloys high in strength. Good hardenability. Can be strengthened by heat treatment. Good processing performance. Compared with alpha alloys, these alloys are generally more flexible in processing and heat treatment. They are generally suitable for manufacturing parts that require high strength and good processing performance. Such as aircraft structural parts, fasteners, etc.
Common typical grades
| Alloy grade | Alloy Type | Feature | Application |
| TB3 | Metastable β-type titanium alloy | Ultra-high strength. Good cold formability. | Aerospace fasteners, marine seawater systems. |
| TB6 | Near β-type titanium alloy | High strength and toughness. Strong resistance to stress corrosion. | Civil and military aircraft structures, forgings. |
| TB8 | Metastable β-type titanium alloy | High high temperature strength. Creep resistance. Good hardenability. | Aerospace structures, potential medical implants. |
3. α-β titanium alloy
α-β titanium alloys contain elements that stabilize both the α and β phases. They are the most widely used. These alloys have a good combination of properties. They have high strength. Good ductility and toughness. And excellent corrosion resistance. The properties can be further optimized by heat treatment. They have a wide range of uses. They can be used to make fuselage frames in the aerospace industry as well as automotive parts, medical devices, etc.
Common typical grades
| Alloy grade | Alloy Type | Feature | Application |
| TC4 | α+β Duplex Titanium Alloy | Excellent comprehensive performance. High strength. Good plasticity. Heat treatment and strengthening. Good corrosion resistance and weldability. | Aerospace fuselage frames; automotive parts; chemical corrosion-resistant components. |
| TC6 | Martensitic α-β Duplex Titanium Alloy | High strength. Good thermal stability and wear resistance. Strong high temperature strength retention ability. | Aircraft engine medium-temperature components; heavy machinery parts; wear-resistant components. |
| TC11 | α+β type titanium alloy | Outstanding high temperature strength. Excellent comprehensive mechanical properties. | Aircraft engine high-temperature components; rocket engine parts; high-temperature load structural parts. |
What are the characteristics and advantages of titanium alloy?
- Titanium alloy has high strength. It can withstand greater pressure and is not easily deformed. It can meet the structural strength requirements in aerospace and other fields.
- Titanium alloy has low density. It is light in weight. It is convenient to reduce the overall weight of the equipment. For example, the use of titanium alloy in aircraft can improve flight performance.
- Titanium alloy has strong corrosion resistance. It is not easily corroded in seawater, acid and alkali environments. It is suitable for marine engineering, chemical equipment and other scenes.
- Titanium alloy has good heat resistance. It can maintain stable performance at higher temperatures. It can be used to manufacture high-temperature parts such as engines.
- Titanium alloy has good biocompatibility. It has good compatibility with human tissue. It is non-toxic and harmless. It is often used to make medical implants. Such as artificial joints.
- Titanium alloy has good toughness and weldability. It is not easy to break during processing. And the structure is firm after welding. It is convenient for molding and assembly in industrial production.
Benefits of Using JC Casting Titanium Alloy
| Advantages | Specific benefits |
| Surface quality | Smooth surface. Low roughness. No need for excessive surface treatment. Helps improve part performance and service life. |
| Mechanical properties | The internal structure is dense. The mechanical properties are stable. It can meet the use requirements such as high load. |
| Shape adaptability | It can manufacture parts with complex shapes. It meets special design requirements. It has advantages in the manufacture of complex components in the fields of aerospace and so on. |
| Material utilization | It adopts precision casting and other processes. The material utilization rate is high. It reduces material waste. |
Application of titanium alloy
Due to the characteristics of titanium alloy such as high strength and good corrosion resistance. It is widely used in various fields.
Aerospace: Used to manufacture aircraft structural components, engine parts, and aerospace components. Able to withstand high temperature and high pressure environments. Reduce aircraft weight. Improve fuel efficiency.
Automobile: Used in engine parts and chassis parts, etc. It can reduce engine weight and improve the handling and safety of the car.
Medical: Used in orthopedic and dental implants and medical devices. Because they are corrosion-resistant and strong. They have good compatibility with human tissues. They are not prone to rejection.
Sports: Used in high-end sports equipment such as tennis rackets and golf clubs. Because titanium alloy is lightweight and high-strength. It can reduce weight and improve durability.
Industry: Used in the manufacture of chemical equipment, marine engineering and energy equipment. Because they can resist the erosion of various corrosive media. They are durable under extreme conditions.
These alloys are essential in advancing technology and performance across diverse industries.
Titanium alloy value-added services
JC Casting specializes in titanium alloy casting. We provide value-added services throughout the entire process from process to after-sales.
Our common value-added services are as follows:
1. Technical support
- Material selection: Combine the use scenarios of castings and customer needs. Recommend suitable alloy grades.
- Structural optimization: Reduce casting defects through FEA analysis.
2. Process customization
- Process selection: investment casting. Vacuum casting, etc.
- Simulation: professional equipment predicts defects. Optimizes casting parameters.
3. Precision machining
- Machining: Five-axis machining to meet high precision tolerances.
- Surface treatment: sandblasting, polishing, PVD coating, surface nitriding, passivation treatment, etc.
4. Quality testing
- Non-destructive testing: X-ray, ultrasonic, etc. to detect defects.
- Performance testing: tensile, impact testing, etc.
5. After-sales support
- Failure analysis: Use microscopic inspection and data analysis to quickly locate the root cause of casting damage. And provide improvement suggestions.
- Technical support: Respond to technical problems encountered by customers during use through telephone, video, etc. Provide operational suggestions for the correct installation, use and maintenance of castings.
Collaboration with JC Casting
As a professional titanium alloy casting factory and supplier. JC Casting has accumulated more than 20 years of experience in manufacturing titanium alloy castings. It is a high-quality supplier in the field of titanium alloy precision casting in China.
We have an independent factory. We have a standardized production base. We are equipped with advanced vacuum casting equipment and high-precision processing production lines. We can provide full-process services from titanium alloy material research and development, customized casting production to finished product finishing. As the source manufacturer of titanium alloy castings. We have been deeply involved in export business for many years. We are familiar with international standards and process requirements. We support small batch proofing and large-scale mass production. We also provide value-added services for titanium alloy casting post-processing. Such as anodizing, laser cladding, precision grinding, etc.
If your project requires titanium alloy castings, please contact us to discuss your needs! As a titanium alloy casting expert. JC Casting will definitely create high-quality titanium alloy casting solutions that fit your application scenarios!
FAQ
1. What are the advantages of titanium alloy castings?
Titanium alloy castings have high strength. Low density. Excellent corrosion resistance. High temperature resistance and good biocompatibility. They can be used to cast complex structural parts. They have significant advantages in the fields of aviation, medical treatment, etc.
2. How do you ensure the quality of titanium alloy castings?
We have established a strict quality control system. We select high-quality titanium alloy raw materials and conduct strict testing. We use advanced casting technology and precision equipment to test the finished products. Including non-destructive testing, mechanical properties testing and other testing methods. Ensure that each product meets international standards and customer needs.
3. What factors affect the price of titanium alloy castings?
The price depends on factors such as the complexity of the casting, the production process and the price of raw materials. The more complex the casting structure, the more stringent the production process requirements. The price is also higher. In addition, the fluctuation of the market price of titanium alloy raw materials will also directly affect the cost. If the order volume is large, you can enjoy corresponding discounts.
4. What is the process for custom titanium castings?
First, you communicate your needs with our sales staff. Provide product design drawings or technical parameters. Second, we evaluate the plan and quote. After both parties confirm the plan and price, sign the contract and pay the advance payment. Then enter the production stage, and we regularly feedback the production progress to you. Finally, the product is delivered after passing the inspection. You pay the balance after acceptance. The entire cooperation process is efficient and transparent.