TM0164 Titanium Tube (Ti-Tube)

Titanium Pipe (Ti Pipe) Description

Titanium is acknowledged for its distinct combination of properties, including a low elastic modulus, high resistance to corrosion and a high strength-to-density ratio. Titanium is the ninth most abundant element in the Earth's crust and the seventh most used metal. Its density is slightly more than half that of steel, and its high structural strength explains the increasing adoption of the metal in military and civil aerospace applications. By alloying titanium pipes with elements such as aluminium and vanadium, the tensile strength is increased whilst maintaining the weight advantage over steel.

Titanium Pipe (Ti Pipe) Production Methods:

Seamless titanium pipes are manufactured by cold rolling extruded tube billets.
Welded titanium pipes are produced from titanium strip.

Specifications of Titanium Pipe (Ti Pipe)

Standards: ASTM B337, ASTM B338, ASME SB338
Materials: Gr1, Gr2
Sizes:

Titanium Pipe (Ti Pipe) Applications:

1. Aerospace: Titanium pipes offer a measured high strength-to-weight ratio. Their reduced density lowers overall mass, thereby contributing to improved fuel efficiency in aircraft, rockets and satellites. They maintain stability under high temperature conditions and are used in the production of engine and turbine components.

2. Chemical Industry: Titanium pipes demonstrate resistance to corrosion when exposed to various chemicals, including acids, alkalis, salts and seawater. Consequently, they are used in the chemical industry to manufacture equipment such as pipes, vessels and reactors. Their oxidation resistance under high temperature and high pressure conditions supports processes that require these conditions.

3. Shipbuilding: Titanium pipes exhibit resistance to seawater corrosion. They are utilised in marine engineering, for instance in components for desalination plants and offshore platform structures.

4. Medical Devices: Titanium pipes present good biocompatibility and a low rate of tissue rejection. They are employed in the manufacture of joint prostheses, dental implants and other medical devices owing to their reduced weight and verified strength.

5. Automotive Industry: The low weight of titanium pipes renders them applicable for automotive parts, including exhaust systems and chassis components. Their use contributes to the improvement of fuel efficiency and overall vehicle performance.