3D Printing Titanium Wire

3D Printing Titanium Wire Key Alloys

1. Ti-6Al-4V (GR5)

• Tensile Strength: 900–1100 MPa

• Application: Aerospace components, high-strength tools

• AM Advantage: Excellent weldability and fatigue resistance

2. Ti-6Al-4V ELI (GR23)

• Biocompatibility: ISO 13485 compliant for medical implants

• Low Interstitial Content: Reduces brittleness in cryogenic prints

• Use Case: Surgical instruments and biomedical devices

3. Ti-6Al-7Nb

• Nickel-Free Composition: Ideal for allergic-sensitive applications

• Corrosion Resistance: Superior in body fluids and harsh environments

• Medical/Aerospace Hybrid: Orthopedic implants and satellite components

3D Printing Titanium Wire Properties

Feedability Index: Based on wire straightness, surface roughness, and spooling tension

3D Printing Titanium Wire Processes & Compatibility

1. Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM)

• Process: GTAW/GMAW-based deposition for large-scale parts

• Wire Diameter: 1.2–3.2 mm

• Build Rate: Up to 5 kg/h, ideal for aerospace tooling

2. Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing (EBAM)

• Vacuum Environment: Reduces oxidation during deposition

• Wire Diameter: 0.8–2.4 mm

• Application: High-precision components for defense and space

3. Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)

• Polymers Composite: Titanium wire core with PEEK/PEKK sheath

• Diameter: 1.75 mm, 2.85 mm

• Use Case: Lightweight prototypes and functional end-use parts

3D Printing Titanium Wire Applications in Additive Manufacturing

1. Aerospace & Defense

Use Cases:

• Large-format aircraft brackets (WAAM)

• Engine components with complex cooling channels

• Satellite structures with minimal material waste

• Advantage: 30–50% weight reduction vs. traditional machining.

2. Medical & Dental

Use Cases:

• Patient-specific orthopedic implants (EBAM)

• Custom dental frameworks with osseointegrative surfaces

• Surgical guides with integrated tooling features

• Compliance: Meets ASTM F136 and ISO 13485 for medical applications.

3. Industrial Tooling

Use Cases:

• Injection molding inserts with conformal cooling

• High-temperature casting dies

• Wear-resistant cutting tools

• Performance: Maintains strength up to 600°C in industrial environments.

3D Printing Titanium Wire Quality Control

AM-Specific Testing:

• Wire straightness (≤0.5 mm/m curvature)

• Surface roughness (Ra ≤1.6 μm)

• Dimensional stability during deposition

Certifications:

• ASTM F3055 (additive manufacturing standards)

• ISO 17206 (metal AM quality management)

• NADCAP for aerospace AM applications

Traceability:

• AM-specific lot tracking (build number correlation)

• Melt pool analysis data (on request)

• As-printed mechanical property reports

3D Printing Titanium Wire Custom Solutions for AM Providers

Tailored Services:

• Alloy development for specific AM processes

• Wire surface treatment (deoxidation for improved fusion)

• Spool geometry optimization for tangle-free feeding

Technical Collaboration:

• Free deposition parameter development

• Post-processing recommendations (heat treatment, HIP)

• Joint R&D for next-gen AM materials

3D Printing Titanium Wire Packaging & Logistics

Anti-Oxidation Packaging:

• Vacuum-sealed with argon purge

• Moisture-proof bags with oxygen indicators

• Spools designed for AM machine compatibility

Supply Chain Solutions:

• Just-in-Time (JIT) delivery for AM production lines

• Min. order quantity: 5 kg (standard), 1 kg (R&D samples)

• Global shipping with AM machine compatibility assurance

Why Choose BYC Ti for 3D Printing Wire?

1. AM Expertise: 5+ years collaborating with leading AM OEMs

2. Material Consistency:<1% variation in chemical composition

3. Cost Efficiency: 20% lower than equivalent European AM wires