Aerospace Titanium Wire

Key Alloy Grades & Properties

1. Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5)

•  Tensile Strength: 900–1100 MPa

•  Density: 4.43 g/cm³ (60% lighter than steel)

•  Temperature Resistance: -253°C to 316°C (-423°F to 595°F)

•  Application: High-stress parts like fasteners, cables, and engine components.

2. Ti-6Al-4V ELI (Grade 23)

•  Biocompatibility: Compliant with ASTM F136 for aerospace-medical hybrid applications

•  Low Interstitial Content: Reduced O₂, N₂, H₂ for improved ductility in cryogenic environments

•  Fatigue Strength: 550 MPa (10⁷ cycles), ideal for cyclic-loading scenarios.

Mechanical Specifications

Dimensions & Tolerances

Wire Diameter Range

•  Standard: 0.1 mm to 12.7 mm (0.004" to 0.5")

•  Tolerance:

        ≤1.0 mm: ±0.005 mm

        1.0 mm: ±0.01 mm

•   Spool Sizes: 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg, or custom (up to 500 kg reels for bulk orders).

Surface Finishes

Aerospace Applications

1. Aircraft Structures

    Use Cases:

•  Tie rods and control cables in flight control systems

•  Aircraft engine mounts and brackets

•  Lightweight fasteners for airframe assemblies

•  Benefit: Reduces component weight by 30–50% vs. steel, improving fuel efficiency.

2. Propulsion Systems

     Use Cases:

•  Turbine engine blades and vanes

•  Combustion chamber components

•  High-temperature exhaust system wires

•  Performance: Withstands thermal cycling and oxidative environments up to 600°C.

3. Space Exploration

     Use Cases:

•  Satellite antenna springs and connectors

•  Rocket engine fuel lines

•  Cryogenic tank fasteners (-253°C liquid hydrogen service)

•  Compliance: Meets NASA standards for outgassing and radiation resistance.

Quality Assurance & Certifications

     Testing Regime:

•  Ultrasonic testing (UT) for internal defects

•  Eddy current testing (ECT) for surface flaws

•  Tensile/fatigue testing (ISO 6892-1)

     Certifications:

•  ASTM B348, AMS 4930/4981 (GR5)

•  ASTM F136, AMS 4991 (GR23)

•  NADCAP, AS9100D, and EN 9100 compliant

     Traceability: Full material traceability from melt to delivery, including:

•  Heat lot number embossing

•  Chemical/mechanical test reports (EN 10204 3.2)

•  Cryogenic impact test data (on request).

Custom Solutions & Engineering Support

     Tailored Services:

• Custom alloy compositions (e.g., Ti-5Al-5V-5Mo-3Cr for extreme strength)

•  Pre-stressed wire for specific tension requirements

•  Coating services (PVD TiN, DLC) for wear resistance

      Engineering Collaboration:

•  Free FEA analysis for wire-driven component design

•  Prototyping for new aerospace programs

•  On-site material testing support for OEMs.

Packaging & Logistics

      Anti-Contamination Packaging:

•  Vacuum-sealed with desiccant in moisture-proof bags

•  Stainless steel reels for non-magnetic applications

•  Custom labeling with part numbers and batch info

      Global Supply Chain:

•  Lead times: 1–3 weeks for standard sizes, 4–6 weeks for custom orders

•  Shipping: Air freight (DHL, FedEx) for urgent orders; sea freight for bulk

•  Export compliance: ITAR/EAR registered for international aerospace shipments.

Why Choose BYC Ti for Aerospace Titanium Wire?

• Vertical Integration: In-house melting, rolling, and drawing facilities ensure premium quality control.

• Reliability: 10+ years supplying to Boeing, Airbus, and space agencies worldwide.

• Innovation: R&D team specializing in advanced titanium wire for next-gen aircraft and reusable rockets.