What is titanium?
Titanium is a high-quality, shiny, silvery material with high strength, extremely good corrosion resistance and low weight. As a construction material, it is used where a combination of stability, lightness and resistance to aggressive media is required - for example in aviation, medical technology, the chemical industry and in the automotive industry. Rubber-metal composite parts for particularly demanding applications.
Properties of titanium
- Titanium has a density of only approx. 4.5g/cm³ - about 40% lighter than steel with high strength and temperature resistance up to approx. 600°C.
- Corrosion and salt water resistant, even in aggressive media
- Biocompatible (suitable for implants and medical technology)
- Non-magnetic and allergy-friendly
- Oxidation-resistant at high temperatures
- Weldable and machinable, but more demanding in terms of machining
Titanium immediately forms an oxide layer when exposed to air, which is responsible for its durability. Titanium alloys such as Ti-6Al-4V are often used for industrial applications.
Application of titanium
- Aerospace technology: beams, fasteners, Enclosure covers
- Medical technology: implants, surgical instruments
- Chemical plants: reactor components, heat exchangers
- Rubber-Metal Composite Parts For highly corrosive or thermally stressed environments
- Sports and leisure industry: bicycle frames, watch cases
In combination with elastomers such as FKM or EPDM creates a durable, resistant material composite for extreme conditions.