ASTM F136 Ti6Al4V ELI Titanium Alloy Bar for Surgical Implant
- Ti6Al4V ELI
- Strip: T≤4.76mm x W≤610mm
- Sheet: T≤4.76mm x W≥610mm
- Plate: T:4.76-101.6mm x W≥254mm
- Round Bar Dia: 4.76-101.6mm
- Wire Dia:≤4.76mm
ASTM F136 Wrought Ti6Al4V ELI (UNS R56401) Titanium Alloy Bar for surgical implant
Golden Sunbird Metals supplies premium ASTM F136 Ti-6Al-4V ELI titanium alloy bars for surgical implant applications, engineered to meet the highest standards of the medical industry. As an extra-low interstitial titanium alloy, ASTM F136 Ti-6Al-4V ELI offers excellent biocompatibility, superior corrosion resistance, high strength, and outstanding fatigue performance, making it a trusted material for orthopedic implants, trauma devices, and other critical surgical components. Its refined composition and reliable mechanical properties make it especially suitable for long-term use in demanding biological environments. At Golden Sunbird Metals, we provide carefully controlled material quality, precise chemical composition, and dependable processing to support the strict requirements of implant manufacturers and medical device producers. Whether for production, prototyping, or specialized healthcare applications, our ASTM F136 Ti-6Al-4V ELI titanium alloy bars deliver the consistency, safety, and performance needed for advanced surgical implant solutions.
Chemical Composition of ASTM F136 Ti6Al4V ELI Titanium Alloy Bar for Surgical Implant (wt.%)
| Element | Composition % (mass/mass) |
| Nitrogen | max 0.05 |
| Carbon | max 0.08 |
| Hydrogen | max 0.012 (up to 0.0150% for material 0.032 in. and under) |
| Iron | max 0.25 |
| Oxygen | max 0.13 |
| Aluminum | 5.5–6.5 |
| Vanadium | 3.5–4.5 |
| Titanium | balance (determined by difference) |
Mechanical Properties of ASTM F136 Ti6Al4V ELI Titanium Alloy Bar, Wire, and Forgings, Annealed
| Nominal Diameter or Distance Between Parallel Sides | Tensile Strength
min psi (MPa) |
Yield Strength (0.2 % offset) min psi (MPa) | Elongation in 4D or 4W min % | Reduction of Area min % |
| Under 0.187 in. thickness or diameter | 125,000 (860) | 115,000 (795) | 10 | – |
| 0.187 in. to under 1.75 in. incl. | 125,000 (860) | 115,000 (795) | 10 (25 for transverse) | – |
| 1.75 in. to under 2.50 in. incl. | 120,000 (825) | 110,000 (760) | 8 (20 for transverse) | – |
| 2.50 in. to 4.00 in. incl. | 120,000 (825) | 110,000 (760) | 8 (15 for transverse) | – |
Transverse requirements apply only to products from which a tensile specimen not less than 2.50 in. in length can be obtained.
Mechanical Properties of ASTM F136 Ti6Al4V ELI Titanium Alloy Sheet, Strip, and Plate, Annealed
| Thickness Range | Tensile Strength
min psi (MPa) |
Yield Strength (0.2 % offset) min psi (MPa) | Elongation in 2 in. (50 mm) min % | Bend Test Mandrel Diameter |
| Under 0.187 in. | 125,000 (860) | 115,000 (795) | 10 | 9T for under 0.070 in. thickness, 10T for 0.070 to 0.1875 in. |
| 0.187 in. to under 1.75 in. incl. | 125,000 (860) | 115,000 (795) | 10 | – |
| 1.75 in. to under 2.50 in. incl. | 120,000 (825) | 110,000 (760) | 8 | – |
| 2.50 in. to 4.00 in. incl. | 120,000 (825) | 110,000 (760) | 8 | – |
Transverse requirements for elongation and bend tests apply only to products from which a tensile specimen not less than 2.50 in. in length can be obtained.
Features
- ASTM F136 wrought Ti-6Al-4V ELI titanium alloy bar for surgical implant applications.
- Extra-low interstitial chemistry for improved implant-grade consistency and biological performance.
- Excellent biocompatibility, making it suitable for long-term contact with the human body.
- Strong corrosion resistance in physiological environments, helping maintain long service life.
- High strength-to-weight ratio with annealed bar tensile strength up to 125,000 psi (860 MPa) and yield strength up to 115,000 psi (795 MPa), depending on size range.
- Lower elastic modulus than many conventional metals, which helps reduce stress shielding.
- Available in multiple product forms and sizes, including round bar, wire, strip, sheet, and plate.
- EN 10204 Type 3.1 / 3.2 inspection certificates available for traceability and quality control.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
| Standard | ASTM F136 Wrought Ti-6Al-4V ELI (Extra Low Interstitial) Titanium Alloy Bar for Surgical Implant Applications (UNS R56401) |
| Grade | Ti6Al4V ELI, Grade 23, UNS R56401 |
| Condition | Annealed or Cold-worked |
| Type | Alloy Strip, Sheet, Plate, Bar, Forging Bar, Wire, etc |
| Dimension | Strip—Any product under 0.1875 in. (4.76 mm) in thickness and under 24 in. (610 mm) wide. |
| Sheet—Any product under 0.1875 in. (4.76 mm) in thickness and 24 in. (610 mm) or more in width | |
| Plate—Any product 0.1875 in. (4.76 mm) thick and over and 10 in. (254 mm) wide and over, with widths greater than five times thickness. Plate up to 4.00 in. (101.60 mm), thick inclusive is covered by this specification | |
| Bar—Round bars and flats from 0.1875 in. (4.76 mm) to 4.00 in. (101.60 mm) in diameter or thickness (other sizes and shapes by special order). | |
| Wire—Rounds, flats, or other shapes less than 0.1875 in. (4.76 mm) in diameter. | |
| Density | 4.51g/cm³ |
| Inspection Certificate | EN 10204 Type 3.1 (Mill Test Certificate), EN 10204 Type 3.2 (Witness Testing or 3rd Party Inspection) |
| Tests | Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties |
Applications
- Orthopedic implants such as bone plates, screws, intramedullary rods, and joint replacement components.
- Dental implants and related restorative parts requiring biocompatibility and stable mechanical performance.
- Spinal fixation systems, including spinal fusion devices and load-bearing support components.
- Cranial and neurosurgical repair parts such as cranial plates for skull defect reconstruction.
- Precision-machined surgical implant components made from bar stock or wire stock.
