GR5 Titanium Sheet AMS 4911 thickness 0.12" to 0.125" For Aerospace
Ti-6Al-4V sheet meets AMS 4911 specs
Size : ( 1.0 +/-0.05 mm ) Thick x (914 + 10mm ) Width x L
( 2.0 +/-0.07 mm ) Thick x (1220 + 10mm) Width x L
What is 6al 4v titanium sheet?
The 6al-4v titanium sheet, also known as Grade 5 titanium, is a
highly valued alloy within the titanium industry. It boasts a
remarkable combination of properties that make it suitable for a
wide array of applications. These properties include exceptional
strength, a low modulus of elasticity, high resistance to
corrosion, and the capability to be welded and heat-treated.
The addition of aluminum and vanadium to the titanium alloy
enhances its physical and mechanical attributes, notably increasing
hardness. This careful blend of elements results in an alloy that
is both robust and adaptable, meeting the stringent demands of
various industries.
Grade 5 titanium, with its 6% aluminum and 4% vanadium composition,
balances lightweight characteristics with a favorable
strength-to-weight ratio. Its superior corrosion resistance makes
it an ideal material for environments where other metals might
fail. As the most popular grade of titanium, it is widely used
across sectors such as aerospace, medical, tools, and machinery.
Stocks of this titanium alloy are available domestically in full
size and can also be custom cut to meet specific requirements.
AMS 4911 Titanium Sheet is particularly favored in military and
aerospace applications due to its high strength-to-weight ratio and
ability to endure high temperatures, along with its corrosion
resistance. Ti-6Al-4V, under this designation, adheres to strict
material specifications essential for these critical applications.
Available in various sizes and thicknesses, 6al-4v titanium sheets
can be tailored to meet the unique demands of different projects.
They can be precisely cut, formed, and welded to create complex
shapes and structures, making them integral in aerospace, military,
and defense sectors. Applications for this titanium alloy extend to
aircraft frames, missile and rocket components, armor plating, and
naval ship components, reflecting its versatility and reliability
in demanding environments.
Specification
| AMS 4911 Titanium 6Al-4V Available Forms | Titanium Coil size range: thickness 0.12"- 0.125" |
| AMS 4911 6Al-4V Titanium sheet | size range: thickness 0.12"- 0.125" |
| AMS 4911 6Al-4V Titanium plate | size range: thickness 0.125"- 4" |
| AMS 4911 6Al-4V SHEET /PLATE Common size | Thickness from 0.012", wide less than 59", length less than 118" 0.032" x 36" x 96" 0.040" x 36" x 96" 0.063" x 36" x 96" 0.071" x 36" x 96" 0.080"x 36"x 96" 0.090" x 36" x 96" |
Mechanical Properties:
Tensile strength: min 900Mpa
Yield Strength At 0.2% Offset:min 825 Mpa
Elogation A50mm:min 10%
Hardness well:36HRC
Chemical Composition:
| Element | min | max |
| Aluminum | 5.50 | 6.75 |
| Vanadium | 3.50 | 4.50 |
| Iron | -- | 0.30 |
| Oxygen | -- | 0.20 |
| Carbon | -- | 0.08 |
| Nitrogen | -- | 0.05 (500 ppm) |
| Hydrogen(3.1.2) | -- | 0.015 (150 ppm) |
| Yttrium (3.1.1) | -- | 0.005 ( 50 ppm) |
| Other Elements, each (3.1.1) | -- | 0.10 |
| Other Elements, total (3.1.1) | -- | 0.40 |
| Titanium | remainder |
QUALITY TEST Of AMS 4911 Ti-6Al-4V TITANIUM SHEET/PLATE For
AEROSPACE USE
The titanium Sheets must 100% meet AMS 4911 specs. and ASTM E290
105 Degree Bend test.
Ti-6Al-4V titanium, a material with a nominal composition of 6%
aluminum, 4% vanadium, and the balance primarily titanium, is
widely used in the aerospace industry due to its exceptional
properties. Here are some key characteristics of Ti-6Al-4V that
make it suitable for aerospace applications:
1. **High Strength-to-Weight Ratio**: One of the most important
considerations in aerospace engineering is reducing weight without
compromising strength. Ti-6Al-4V offers an excellent balance
between these two factors, contributing to more efficient fuel
usage and increased performance.
2. **Corrosion Resistance**: The alloy has outstanding resistance
to corrosion from seawater, salt spray, and other environmental
factors, making it ideal for aircraft skin, landing gear, and
components that may be exposed to harsh conditions.
3. **Creep and Fatigue Resistance**: At elevated temperatures,
Ti-6Al-4V maintains its mechanical properties, which is crucial for
components such as jet engine parts that operate at high
temperatures.
4. **Weldability**: The ability to join Ti-6Al-4V reliably through
welding is essential for manufacturing complex aerospace
structures.
5. **Biocompatibility**: While not directly related to aerospace,
the biocompatibility of Ti-6Al-4V makes it useful for space-related
medical devices or equipment that could have human contact.
6. **High Temperature Strength**: Aerospace components often face
extreme temperatures, either from operational heat or during
re-entry into the Earth's atmosphere. Ti-6Al-4V can withstand these
conditions without significant loss of strength.
7. **Formability and Machinability**: The alloy can be formed and
machined into various shapes and sizes to meet specific design
requirements, which is vital for producing intricate aerospace
components.
8. **Low Coefficient of Thermal Expansion**: This property helps
ensure that components will not significantly distort under changes
in temperature, maintaining their structural integrity.
9. **Tensile Strength**: Ti-6Al-4V possesses high tensile strength,
allowing it to resist forces that tend to stretch or pull the
material, which is critical for structural components.
10. **Ductility**: The alloy exhibits good ductility, meaning it
can undergo significant deformation before reaching its breaking
point, which aids in forming processes.
These properties collectively contribute to making Ti-6Al-4V a
favored material for a variety of aerospace applications, including
aircraft structures, landing gears, engine components, and even
spacecraft elements.
