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Titanium Grade 1 (UNS R50250) supplier — ASTM B265/B337. Commercially pure, softest titanium grade. Excellent corrosion resistance in marine, chemical, and medical applications.
Titanium Grade 1 (UNS R50250 / TA1) - High-Ductility Commercially Pure Titanium
Shanghai Hangbo Alloy Group is a specialized Source Supplier of Titanium Grade 1, providing the highest purity titanium for aerospace, marine, and precision engineering applications where maximum formability and corrosion resistance are essential.
Advanced Production Process
- Melting (VAR): We use multiple Vacuum Arc Remelting (VAR) cycles starting from premium titanium sponge to achieve ultra-low oxygen and iron levels.
- Precision Forging: Controlled forging processes ensure uniform grain refinement and eliminate internal structural flaws.
- Rolling: Precision rolling followed by vacuum annealing achieves superior surface finish and tight dimensional tolerances.
- Heat Treatment: Specialized annealing cycles in inert environments ensure full stress relief while maintaining maximum ductility.
Testing & Inspection Excellence
- Chemical Spectrometry: Rigorous elemental analysis to verify high-purity levels, focusing on interstitial elements (O, N, H, C).
- Mechanical Testing: Comprehensive evaluation of tensile, yield, and elongation at both Room and High Temperatures.
- Ultrasonic Testing (UT): 100% inspection to ensure material integrity for critical chemical and marine components.
- Microstructure Evaluation: Verification of a pure alpha-phase structure to guarantee consistent performance in corrosive media.
Quality Control & Traceability
- Certifications: Production managed under ISO 9001 and AS9100 quality systems.
- Full Traceability: Complete heat-to-product traceability provided with MTC per EN 10204 3.1.
- Standard Compliance: Fully compliant with ASTM B265, ASTM B348, and ASME SB-series standards.
Solving Market Pain Points
- Lead Time: strategic inventory of Grade 1 plates and round bars for rapid response to global maintenance and repair needs.
- Consistency: Tight control of impurity levels ensures consistent cold-forming behavior and weldability.
- Extreme Environment Failure: Optimized corrosion resistance for long-term reliability in seawater and oxidizing chemical environments.
Deep Application Insights
- Aerospace: Used for non-structural parts, weight-saving ducting, and specialized fasteners requiring high corrosion resistance.
- Marine: Essential for plate heat exchangers in desalination, seawater cooling systems, and offshore sensors.
- Precision Engineering: Ideal for high-precision medical implants, chemical reactor internals, and electrolysis equipment.
Product Form & Standard Table
| Product Form | Standard Reference |
|---|---|
| Plate / Sheet | ASTM B265, ASME SB265 |
| Round Bar / Rod | ASTM B348, ASME SB348 |
| Seamless / Welded Tube | ASTM B861, ASTM B862 |
| Forgings | ASTM B381 |
Professional FAQ
Q: Why is Grade 1 the softest titanium grade?
A: Because it has the lowest oxygen and iron content among the CP grades, resulting in maximum ductility and formability.
Q: Is Grade 1 suitable for deep drawing?
A: Yes, it is the best grade for complex deep-drawing operations due to its exceptional elongation properties.
Q: How does Shanghai Hangbo ensure the purity of Grade 1?
A: Through multiple VAR melting and strict selection of high-grade titanium sponge to minimize interstitial impurities.
Q: Can Grade 1 titanium be used in seawater?
A: Yes, it offers virtually total immunity to corrosion in seawater at temperatures up to 250°C.
Q: Is Grade 1 titanium biocompatible?
A: Absolutely, it is highly biocompatible and widely used in medical pacemaker housings and other implants.
Q: What is the benefit of AS9100 for Grade 1 supply?
A: It ensures that the material meets the highest safety and reliability standards for aerospace-related non-structural applications.
