Titanium Wire Description
Titanium Wire exhibits verified mechanical strength, measured corrosion resistance and low density. Titanium Wire is used in applications across aerospace, medical and industrial sectors. Its high strength‐to‐weight ratio permits its use in aircraft components and surgical implants, thereby ensuring specified durability. In addition, Titanium Wire meets corrosion resistance requirements, which allows its application in chemical processing facilities and marine environments. Consequently, Titanium Wire is selected for technical challenges where strength, longevity and corrosion resistance are specified.
Specifications of Titanium Wire
Form
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Standard
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Grade
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Diameter (mm)
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Surface
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Straight Wire
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ASTM B863
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Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3, Grade 4
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1.0-5.0
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Etched,
polished,
customised
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Wound Wire
|
0.5-5.0
|
Welding Wire
|
AWS 5.16
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ERTi-1, ERTi-2, ERTi-5, ERTi-9
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0.5-5.0
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Chemical Composition
Element
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N
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C
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H
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Fe
|
O
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Residues
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Ti
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Grade 1
|
0.03
|
0.08
|
0.01
|
0.2
|
0.18
|
0.4
|
Bal.
|
Grade 2
|
0.03
|
0.08
|
0.015
|
0.25
|
0.25
|
0.4
|
Bal.
|
Grade 3
|
0.05
|
0.08
|
0.015
|
0.30
|
0.35
|
0.4
|
Bal.
|
Grade 4
|
0.05
|
0.08
|
0.015
|
0.50
|
0.40
|
0.4
|
Bal.
|
Manufacturing of Titanium Wire
Titanium Wire is produced by drawing from forged bars. SAM employs a stringent quality control process and utilises ASTM titanium standards to ensure that contaminants do not occur.
Applications of Titanium Wire
1. Aerospace: The material is used in aircraft components such as fasteners, springs and electrical connectors given its measured strength‐to‐weight ratio and resistance to corrosion.
2. Medical: Owing to its biocompatibility and resistance to bodily fluids, it is applied in surgical implants such as bone screws, dental wires and cardiovascular stents.
3. Chemical Processing: Titanium Wire is employed in equipment handling corrosive chemicals and acids. For example, valves, fittings and screens are manufactured using this material.
4. Electronics: Its conductivity and corrosion resistance permit its use in electronic devices for wire connections, plugs and antennas.
5. Jewellery: The material is utilised in jewellery because it is hypoallergenic, durable and can be anodised to produce different colours.
6. Art and Design: Artists and designers use titanium wire in sculptural works and architectural installations owing to its formability and available surface finishes.
7. Automotive Industry: It is applied in automotive components such as exhaust systems, springs and suspension elements due to its low weight and high strength.
8. Sport and Leisure: The material is incorporated in sporting goods such as bicycle frames, fishing rods and golf club shafts on account of its light weight and durability.
Packaging and Shipping of Titanium Wire
Stanford Advanced Materials is a leading supplier of titanium wires. The titanium wires are wrapped in foam and packaged in wooden crates to ensure secure storage and safe transportation.
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