Titanium 6AI-4V Springs
Ti 6AI-4V is known as the "workhorse" of the titanium industry because it is by far the most common Ti alloy, accounting for more than 50% of total titanium usage.
Ti 6AI-4V offers a combination of high strength, light weight, formability, and corrosion resistance which have made it a world standard in aerospace applications.
| Technical Specification | Titanium 6Al-4V |
|---|---|
| Nominal Composition |
Al: 5.50 - 6.75 V: 3.50 - 4.50 Ti: Balance |
| Density |
0.16 lb./in3 |
| Modulus of Elasticity (E) |
15.2 x 103 ksi |
| Modulus of Rigidity (G) |
6.38 x 103 ksi |
| Coefficient of Expansion |
8.7 µin/in.-°F (200°F) |
| Electrical Resistivity |
178 µΩ.cm |
| Thermal Conductivity |
46.5 Btu/(hr/ft2/in/°F) |
| Min Size |
0.005 in (0.130 mm) |
| Max Temp |
350oC (660oF) |
| Uses for Titanium 6AI-4V springs |
It has excellent resistance to corrosion and high strength making it a good choice for use in marine and automobile applications |
