6AL-4V (TI 6AL 4V) Titanium Supplier
AMS 4911, 4928, AM6931, MILT 9046 & 9047 Specs
6AL-4V (Grade 5) Sheet, Bar & Plate Supplier
6AL-4V (Grade 5) Titanium is a widely used alloy renowned for its striking union of great strength, light weight and superior corrosion resistance. Consisting of 6% aluminum, 4% vanadium, with small amounts of iron, oxygen, nitrogen and carbon; this group of elements provides the alloy with phenomenal mechanical and thermal characteristics – making it an ideal selection for many tasks.
6AL-4V Titanium (Grade 5) plate and sheet are necessary components in numerous industries, both for their strength and durability. Aerospace, medical, marine, chemical processing, automotive and sporting goods all rely on this material to serve them well. This type of titanium is known for its top-notch performance across many applications.
Friend Metals Distributor provides titanium 6AL-4V (Grade 5) plate and sheet in a wide range of dimensions and thicknesses so you can get precisely what you need. Our products are made according to the highest standards of the industry, undergoing rigorous quality control tests to ensure they satisfy even the most meticulous demands.
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6AL-4V (Grade 5) Titanium
6AL-4V (Grade 5) Titanium is a metal alloy that can be enhanced through the process of a special type of treatment – namely, by way of heating it.
Working with 6AL-4V (Grade 5) Titanium often requires heat treatment processes such as annealing, solution treatment, aging, and stress relief. These are some of most widely used methods for treating this particular grade of titanium.
As a leading titanium supplier, we have extensive experience providing heat treatment services for titanium 6AL-4V (grade 5) to meet your individual needs and desired material properties.
6AL-4V Forging Service
6AL-4V, also known as grade 5, is an ideal candidate for a forging procedure. This alloy is uniquely suited to the forging process which entails the combination of heat and pressure to fashion a material with enhanced strength characteristics.
The fabrication of titanium 6AL-4V (grade 5) requires heating it up to a particular range and then using force to shape the material into whatever form is necessary. Generally, the temperature for this alloy is somewhere between 1650°F (900°C) and 1800°F (980°C).
Friend Metals Co offers a range of titanium 6AL-4V (grade 5) forging services to suit each customer’s individual requirements. We have experienced staff on hand to help you decide which forging process and parameters will yield the most ideal material properties for your application.
Specialties of 6AL-4V
AMS 4911 Plate/Sheet
The AMS 4911 specification demands that 6AL-4V (Grade 5) Titanium plate and sheet should meet specified criteria such as hardness, tensile strength, yield strength, elongation and reduction of area. Additionally, non-destructive testing and visual examination must be performed to guarantee that the material meets the stringent requirements set forth by this standard.
Do you need a reliable 6AL-4V (Grade 5) titanium plate or sheet for your application? Look no further than AMS 4911. With a wide selection of thickness and sizes, we can provide the perfect material solution for your project. Contact us today to learn more about how AMS 4911 can fill your needs.
AMS 4928 Bar/Forging
Friend Metals Co. stands apart from the competition with our range of AMS 4928 titanium bars and forgings. Our offerings come in different sizes and forms, including rounds, squares, rectangles, or even custom shapes to suit your needs. Furthermore, you can choose between the annealed or aged condition for each product.
To provide the utmost quality and performance, we use advanced processes to manufacture AMS 4928 titanium bars and forgings. Such processes include hot forging, as well as additional processing services including heat treatment, machining and surface finishing available to meet your individual requirements. Moreover, a thorough quality control inspection is conducted on all products in order to guarantee top-notch standards are maintained.
AMS 6930 Bar/Forging
In order to ensure its titanium alloy bars, forgings, and forging stock meet high quality standards, requirements detailed within AMS 6930 must be satisfied. Specifically, chemical composition, mechanical properties and other characteristics set out in this specification need to be met before being deemed acceptable. Non-destructive testing as well as visual inspection are also necessary components of compliance with AMS 6930.
For special projects, our heat treatment and machining services provide the perfect solution. Reach out to us today to learn more about our AMS 6930 titanium alloy bars and forgings and how they can help make your project a reality.
MILT 9046 Plate/Sheet
The United States Department of Defense (DoD) requires certain performance and quality standards for materials used in its military applications. To that end, it has adopted the standard known as the Military Specification, or “MIL-T-9046”.
Friend Metals Co proudly provides MIL-T-9046 titanium and titanium alloy plates and sheets that remain compliant with the specifications. Our selection consists of grades 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 12, and 23 with thicknesses starting from 0.016 inches up to 4.000 inches.
The MIL-T-9046 titanium and titanium alloy plates and sheets that we offer are created with the most advanced production processes, while also being subject to stringent quality checks to guarantee they provide peak performance. Moreover, we can render heat treatment, machining, as well as surface finishing services in order to suit your unique requirements.
6AL-4V Chemical Composition
The chemical composition of 6AL-4V (Grade 5) Titanium is as follows:
- Titanium (Ti): 88.6%
- Aluminum (Al): 6%
- Vanadium (V): 4%
- Iron (Fe): 0.25%
- Oxygen (O): 0.2%
- Carbon (C): 0.08%
6AL-4V (Grade 5) Titanium has become a very popular choice among many due to its strength, light weight, and ability to resist corrosion. Enhancing the base properties of this type of Ti alloy are the addition of aluminum and vanadium resulting in a material suited for everything from aerospace engineering to medical and marine needs. Industrial markets have also taken advantage of these reliable characteristics.
6AL-4V Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of 6AL-4V (Grade 5) Titanium are:
- Tensile strength: 130 ksi (896 MPa)
- Yield strength: 120 ksi (828 MPa)
- Elongation: 10
- Modulus of elasticity: 114 GPa (16.5 x 10^6 psi)
- Poisson’s ratio: 0.34
6AL-4V is a highly sought-after material due to its impressive mechanical properties. It has low weight, outstanding strength, and excellent resistance to corrosion – making it desirable in aerospace, medical, marine, and industrial settings. Moreover, this metal also showcases great fatigue endurance as well as fracture toughness and stress corrosion resistance – all of which further add to its widespread appeal.