Titanium & Titanium Alloys Grades
Titanium and its alloys offer an unmatched combination of high strength-to-weight ratio, exceptional corrosion resistance in seawater and chlorides, and biocompatibility. At approximately 60% of the density of steel with comparable strength, titanium is the material of choice for seawater piping, heat exchangers, aerospace, and medical applications.
Titanium Grade 1
R50250Commercially pure titanium with the highest ductility and formability of all titanium grades. Lowest strength but best corrosion resistance in oxidizing environments. The preferred grade for chemical processing equipment, plate-type heat exchangers, and applications requiring extensive cold forming. Excellent weldability with no post-weld heat treatment required.
Titanium Grade 2
R50400The workhorse commercially pure titanium grade — balancing strength, ductility, and corrosion resistance at a reasonable cost. The most widely used titanium grade for industrial applications. Approximately 50% stronger than Grade 1 with only a slight reduction in formability. The standard material for seawater piping, shell-and-tube heat exchangers, and pressure vessels in chloride service.
Titanium Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V)
R56400The most widely used titanium alloy — accounting for approximately 50% of global titanium consumption. The 6% aluminum and 4% vanadium additions create an alpha-beta alloy with dramatically higher strength than commercially pure grades while retaining excellent corrosion resistance. Heat treatable to even higher strength levels. The standard material for aerospace structures, medical implants, and high-performance marine components.