Core Advantages of Titanium Wire

Titanium wire, a versatile product from Standard Titanium Co., inherits the exceptional properties of titanium and its alloys, making it indispensable across numerous industries. Its unique characteristics drive its widespread adoption:

• Superior Corrosion Resistance: Resists aggressive environments like chlorides, acids, and seawater, ideal for chemical processing, marine, and medical applications.

• High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Offers remarkable strength with low density, critical for aerospace, automotive, and sports equipment where weight reduction enhances performance.

• Excellent Biocompatibility: Non-toxic and inert, making it perfect for medical implants, surgical tools, and eyeglass frames.

• Non-Magnetic Properties: Suitable for sensitive applications in electronics and medical imaging equipment.

• High Formability: Available in various forms (e.g., straight, coiled, spooled), allowing for diverse manufacturing processes like welding, braiding, or shaping.

Product Series and Technical Specifications

Standard Titanium Co. provides a comprehensive range of titanium wire products, manufactured to meet stringent international standards for reliability and performance.

Titanium Wire Standards

• ASTM B863: Standard specification for titanium and titanium alloy wire, covering industrial applications.

• AWS A5.16: Specification for titanium and titanium-alloy welding electrodes and rods, ensuring quality for welding applications.

• ASTM F67: Standard for unalloyed titanium used in surgical implants.

• ASTM F136: Specification for wrought titanium-6Al-4V ELI alloy for surgical implants.

• ISO 5832-2/3: Standards for unalloyed titanium and Ti-6Al-4V for surgical implants.

Available Grades and Alloys

Size Range and Surface Finishes

• Diameter Range: 0.05 mm to 6 mm, suitable for fine medical wires to robust welding applications.

• Length Options: Spooled (100 mm–300 mm), straight (300 mm–3000 mm), or coiled for continuous processing.

• Surface Finishes: Pickling, bright, black painted, or sand blasted to meet aesthetic and functional requirements.

• Conditions: Hard (Y) or annealed (M) for varying strength and flexibility needs.

Strict Quality Control and Production Process

Standard Titanium Co. ensures top-quality titanium wire through advanced manufacturing and rigorous testing protocols.

• Precision Drawing: Wires are drawn from forged rods using state-of-the-art equipment to achieve precise tolerances and consistent properties.

• Annealing: Controlled heat treatment optimizes ductility and strength, tailored to specific grades and applications.

• Surface Treatment: Pickling or polishing removes impurities and enhances surface quality.

• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT): Ultrasonic and visual inspections ensure defect-free wire.

• Chemical and Mechanical Testing: Verifies elemental composition and properties like tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation.

• Full Traceability: Comprehensive documentation from raw material to final product ensures compliance and quality assurance.

Broad Application Areas

Titanium wire’s versatility supports critical applications across diverse industries.

Aerospace and Defense

• Welding Wires: Used for welding titanium equipment, turbine blades, and jet engine casings, comprising over 80% of titanium wire usage.

• Structural Components: Lightweight, high-strength wires for aircraft frames and fasteners.

Medical and Biomedical

• Surgical Implants: Grade 23 and Nitinol wires for stents, orthopedic devices, and dental implants due to biocompatibility.

• Eyeglass Frames: Pure titanium and Nitinol wires for lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and shape-memory frames.

Chemical Processing and Marine

• Hanging Fixtures: Corrosion-resistant wires for electroplating and chemical processing equipment.

• Marine Applications: Wires for fishing leaders and marine hardware, resisting seawater corrosion.

Consumer Goods and Other Industries

• Jewelry and Art: Hypoallergenic and anodizable wires for high-end jewelry and sculptures.

• Sports Equipment: Lightweight wires for bicycle frames, golf club shafts, and fishing rods.

• Electronics: Non-magnetic wires for connectors and antennas in electronic devices.

Customized Solutions and Professional Services

Standard Titanium Co. offers tailored fabrication services to meet unique project specifications.

• Precision Cutting: Custom lengths and diameters to minimize waste.

• Coiling and Spooling: Configured for automated manufacturing processes.

• Surface Finishing: Specialized treatments like polishing or sand blasting for specific applications.

• Alloy Customization: Development of specialized alloys for unique performance requirements.

Supply Chain and Global Delivery

Our robust supply chain ensures timely delivery and competitive pricing worldwide.

• Ample Stock: Extensive inventory of grades and sizes for immediate dispatch.

• Flexible Pricing: Quotes based on material, dimensions, and processing needs.

• Global Logistics: Shipping with terms like EXW, DDP, FOB, CIF, and FAS for secure delivery.