ASTM B265 Titanium and Titanium Alloy Strip, Sheet, and Plate
- Type: Plate, Sheet, Strip
- Annealed condition
- Grade 1, CP Ti-1, W.Nr 3.7025, AFNOR T35, BS 2TA1, GOST VT1-00 (BT-00)
- Grade 2, CP Ti-2, W.Nr 3.7025, AFNOR T35, BS 2TA1, GOST VT1-0 (ВТ1-0)
- Grade 5, Ti-6Al-4V, W.Nr 3.7165, AFNOR T-A6V, BS TA10-13, GOST BT6 (VT6)
- Grade 7, Ti-0.2Pd, W.Nr 3.7235, BS TA9
- Grade 9, Ti-3Al-2.5V, GOST 3B
- Grade 23, Ti-6Al-4V ELI, W.Nr 3.7165, AFNOR T-A6VE, GOST BT6C
Features
ASTM B265 Titanium and Titanium Alloy Strip, Sheet, and Plate
Chemical Composition (wt.%) of ASTM B265 Titanium and Titanium Alloy Strip, Sheet, and Plate
| Grade | N (max) | C (max) | H (max) | Fe (max) | O (max) | Al | V | Pd | Other Elements | Ti |
| 1 | 0.03 | 0.08 | 0.015 | 0.2 | 0.18 | – | – | – | – | Balance |
| 2 | 0.03 | 0.08 | 0.015 | 0.3 | 0.25 | – | – | – | – | Balance |
| 5 | 0.05 | 0.08 | 0.015 | 0.4 | 0.2 | 5.5-6.75 | 3.5-4.5 | – | – | Balance |
| 7 | 0.03 | 0.08 | 0.015 | 0.3 | 0.25 | – | – | 0.12-0.25 | – | Balance |
| 9 | 0.03 | 0.08 | 0.015 | 0.25 | 0.15 | 2.5-3.5 | 2.0-3.0 | – | – | Balance |
| 23 | 0.03 | 0.08 | 0.0125 | 0.25 | 0.13 | 5.5-6.5 | 3.5-4.5 | – | ELI | Balance |
Mechanical Properties of ASTM B265 Titanium and Titanium Alloy Strip, Sheet, and Plate
| Grade | Tensile Strength
(min, ksi [MPa]) |
Yield Strength
(0.2% Offset, min, ksi [MPa]) |
Elongation
in 2 in. or 50 mm (min, %) |
Bend Test
Radius (Mandrel) |
| 1 | 35 [240] | 20 [138] | 24 | 1.5T |
| 2 | 50 [345] | 40 [275] | 20 | 2T |
| 5 | 130 [895] | 120 [828] | 10 | 4.5T |
| 7 | 50 [345] | 40 [275] | 20 | 2T |
| 9 | 90 [620] | 70 [483] | 15 | 2.5T |
| 23 | 120 [828] | 110 [759] | 10 | 4.5T |
Note:
- “T” in the Bend Test Radius column refers to the thickness of the material.
- Grades like 2H, 7H, etc., are identical to their corresponding numeric grades except for a higher guaranteed minimum UTS (Ultimate Tensile Strength) and may always be certified as meeting the requirements of their corresponding numeric grade.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
| Standard | ASTM B265 Titanium and Titanium Alloy Strip, Sheet, and Plate |
| Grade | Grades 1, 2, 5, 7, 9, 23 |
| Condition & Finish | Hot Rolled or Cold Rolled in Annealed; Furnished as descaled, sandblasted, ground, or both sandblasted and ground. |
| Type | Plate, Sheet, Strip |
| Width | 100 – 2500mm |
| Thickness | 1 – 50mm |
| Length | 3000 – 12000mm |
| Density | 4.51 g/cm3 |
| Shapes | Rectangles and squares, Circles and discs, Strips and bars, Customized shapes, Customized shapes tailored to specific requirements |
| Inspection Certificate | EN 10204 Type 3.1 (Mill Test Certificate), EN 10204 Type 3.2 (Witness Testing or 3rd Party Inspection) |
| Test | Surface Bend Test |
Packing
Plate, Sheet, and Strips packed on plywood pallets, covered with craft papers.
Application
Aerospace: Structural components, skins, engine parts, fuel tanks, and cryogenic vessels where lightweight and high strength are critical.
Chemical Processing: Reactors, tanks, pressure vessels, linings for corrosive environments, and components for chemical processing equipment.
Marine: Hull plating, seawater piping systems, offshore platforms, and components for desalination plants.
Medical: Implants (bone plates, joint replacements), surgical instruments, and medical device components.
Automotive: Exhaust systems, body panels, and high-performance parts where weight reduction and corrosion resistance are desired.
Architecture: Roofing, cladding, and decorative elements for their aesthetic appeal and long-lasting durability.
Sports Equipment: Bicycle frames, golf clubheads, and other sporting goods require high strength and lightweight properties.
Electronics: Components for electronic devices, sputtering targets, and semiconductor manufacturing equipment.
Aircraft Fuselage Panels: Titanium sheets are used for aircraft skins due to their high strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance, contributing to fuel efficiency and extended service life.
Chemical Processing Tanks: Titanium plates are used to construct tanks and reactors for handling corrosive chemicals, ensuring long-term durability and minimizing maintenance costs.
Medical Implants: Titanium sheets and strips are used to manufacture bone plates and joint replacements due to their biocompatibility and corrosion resistance, ensuring safe and long-lasting implants within the human body.
