ASTM B338 Gr1 Gr2 Gr5 Gr9 Titanium Seamless Tubes and Titanium Tubing B338

Product Specification

Payment Terms	L/C, D/A, D/P, T/T, Western Union	Supply Ability	5000 Pieces Per Month
Delivery Time	about 7-14 days for delivery	Packaging Details	Plywood case or pallet, or as per your requirement
Standard	ASTM B338	Colour	Silver
Product Type	Polished Welded Titanium Round Tubes	Dimention	OD(5-114)X(0.3—10)XL1200mmMax
Classification	Gr1 Gr2 Gr5 Gr7 Gr9	Outer Diameter	9.52/12.7/15.9/19.1/25.4/32/33.4/38.1mm
Materials	Titanium metal or Titanium alloy	Processing Service	Bending, Cutting
Type	Seamless/Welded	Meltingpoint	1660℃
Brand Name	LHTi,China	Model Number	Titanium Tube Grade 2
Certification	ISO9001, CE, API,etc	Place of Origin	Baoji, China
High Light	ASTM B338 Titanium Seamless Tubes ，Gr5 Titanium Seamless Tubes ，Gr9 Titanium Seamless Tubes

ASTM B338 Gr1 Gr2 Gr5 Gr9 Titanium Seamless Tubes and Titanium Tubing B338 titanium tube

 

Introduction of Titanium Seamless Tube and Titanium Tube:

 

ASTM B338 specifies seamless and welded titanium tubes across several grades, each tailored for specific applications based on their unique properties. Here's an overview of the grades mentioned:

ASTM B338 Grade 1 Titanium Seamless Tubes

Composition:

• Titanium (Ti): Balance
• Oxygen (O): 0.18% maximum

Properties:

• Grade 1 titanium is the most ductile and softest titanium alloy. It offers excellent corrosion resistance in highly oxidizing environments, moderate strength, and good formability.

Applications:

• Chemical processing equipment where high corrosion resistance is required.
• Heat exchangers and condensers.

 

ASTM B338 Grade 2 Titanium Seamless Tubes

Composition:

• Titanium (Ti): Balance
• Oxygen (O): 0.25% maximum

Properties:

• Grade 2 titanium is the most commonly used titanium alloy due to its excellent combination of strength, ductility, and weldability. It has good corrosion resistance in a wide range of environments.

Applications:

• Aerospace components such as aircraft hydraulic systems and airframes.
• Medical implants and surgical instruments.
• Marine applications due to resistance to seawater corrosion.

 

ASTM B338 Grade 5 Titanium Seamless Tubes (Ti-6Al-4V)

Composition:

• Titanium (Ti): Balance
• Aluminum (Al): 6%
• Vanadium (V): 4%

Properties:

• Grade 5 titanium is a high-strength alloy with good corrosion resistance. It offers excellent weldability and fabricability along with good fatigue resistance.

Applications:

• Aerospace and aircraft components, including critical structural parts and engine components.
• Sports equipment such as bicycle frames and golf clubs.
• Marine applications requiring high strength and corrosion resistance.

 

ASTM B338 Grade 9 Titanium Seamless Tubes (Ti-3Al-2.5V)

Composition:

• Titanium (Ti): Balance
• Aluminum (Al): 3%
• Vanadium (V): 2.5%

Properties:

• Grade 9 titanium offers good weldability and fabricability combined with moderate strength and excellent corrosion resistance. It is lighter than Grade 5 titanium.

Applications:

• Chemical processing equipment where moderate strength and excellent corrosion resistance are required.
• Marine applications including seawater desalination plants.
• Medical implants and prosthetics.

 

Seamless vs. Welded Tubes:

• Seamless Tubes: Manufactured without welding seams, seamless tubes are generally stronger and more reliable in high-pressure applications where leak resistance is critical.

• Welded Tubes: Fabricated by welding sheets or plates, welded tubes are suitable for less demanding applications and can be more cost-effective.

 

 

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Titanium Tube Specifications:

ASTM B338 Titanium Tubing Standards	ASTM B338/ ASME SB338, ASTM B338/ ASME SB338 UNS R56400 Tube
Titanium Tubing Grades	6AL-4V 6AL-6V-2SN 6AL-2SN-4ZR 2MO Commercially pure titanium
ASTM B338 Titanium Seamless Tube Size	3.35 mm OD To 101.6 mm OD
ASTM B338 Titanium Welded Tube Size	6.35 mm OD To 152 mm OD
ASTM B338 Titanium Tubing Swg & Bwg	10 Swg., 12 Swg., 14 Swg., 16 Swg., 18 Swg., 20 Swg.
Inconel titanium alloy Tube wall thickness	0.020" –0.220", (special wall thicknesses available)
Ti Alloy Tubing Length	Single Random, Double Random, Standard & Cut length Tube
Inconel titanium alloy Tubing Finish	Polished, AP (Annealed & Pickled), BA (Bright & Annealed), MF
Form	‘U’ bent, Hollow, Hydraulic, LSAW, Boiler, Straight Tube, Tube Coil, Round, Rectangular, Square Etc
Types of Titanium Alloy Tubing	Seamless, ERW, EFW, Welded, Fabricated Tube / Tubing
Titanium Alloy Tube End	Plain End, Beveled End, Treaded Tube
Marking	All ASTM B338 Titanium Tubing are marked as follows: Standard, Grade, OD, Thickness, Length, Heat No. (Or according to the customer’s request.)
Application & uses of Titanium Tube	Oil Tube, Gas Tube, Fluid Tube, Boiler Tube, Heat exchanger Tube,
Value Added Service	Draw & Expansion as per required Size & Length, Polish (Electro & Commercial) Annealed & Pickled Bending, Machining Etc.
Titanium Tube All Grades	Grade 1 Tube Grade 2 Tube Grade 3 Tube Grade 4 Tube Grade 5 Tube Grade 6 Tube Grade 7 Tube Grade 9 Tube Grade 11 Tube Grade 12 Tube 6-2-4-2 Tube
Specialize in	ASTM B338 Titanium Capillary Tube & Other Odd Size Titanium NCF Heat Exchanger & Condenser Tube
Test Certificate	Manufacturer Test Certificate Laboratory Test Certificate from Govt. Approved Lab. Under Third Party Inspection
Manufacturers of Titanium Tube	Kobe Special Tube, Japan Sanyo Special Steel, Japan Sumitomo Metals, Japan Schoeller Bleckmann, Austria Seah Steel Corporation, Korea Tubacex Tubos Inoxidables S.A., Spain Nippon Steel Corporation, Japan

 

 

 

 

Applications of Titanium Seamless Tubes:

 

Aerospace Industry:

• Airframes and Components: Titanium seamless tubes are used in aircraft structures, landing gear, and hydraulic systems due to their high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and ability to withstand high temperatures.

 

Chemical Processing:

• Corrosion-resistant Piping: Titanium tubes are utilized in chemical processing plants for transporting corrosive chemicals and fluids. They offer superior resistance to a wide range of corrosive environments, including acids and chlorides.

 

Medical and Healthcare:

• Implants and Surgical Instruments: Grade 2 titanium tubes are biocompatible and resistant to corrosion within the human body, making them ideal for medical implants such as bone screws, joint replacements, and dental implants.

 

Marine Industry:

• Seawater Applications: Titanium seamless tubes are used in desalination plants, shipbuilding, and offshore oil platforms due to their resistance to corrosion from seawater and saltwater environments.

 

Power Generation:

• Heat Exchangers: Titanium tubes are employed in power plants for heat exchangers and condensers. Their excellent thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance enhance efficiency and reliability.

 

Automotive Industry:

• Exhaust Systems: High-performance vehicles utilize titanium seamless tubes in exhaust systems due to their lightweight properties, high strength, and resistance to corrosion from exhaust gases.

 

Sports and Recreation:

• Bicycle Frames: Titanium tubes are favored in high-end bicycle frames for their strength, durability, and light weight, offering performance advantages over traditional materials.

 

Oil and Gas Industry:

• Subsea Applications: Titanium tubes are used in oil and gas exploration and production for subsea pipelines and components, where corrosion resistance and reliability are critical.

 

Electronics and Semiconductor Manufacturing:

• Vacuum Systems: Titanium tubes are used in vacuum environments and semiconductor manufacturing processes due to their clean surface, low outgassing properties, and resistance to contamination.

 

​Architecture and Construction:

• Structural Applications: Titanium tubes are occasionally used in architectural projects and structural applications where corrosion resistance and aesthetic appeal are desired.