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Need Ti-6Al-4V seamless tubing

Need Ti-6Al-4V seamless tubing

Need Ti-6Al-4V seamless tubing

(OP)
I need a small quantity (~ 1 m) of Ti-6Al-4V seamless tubing. The size would be near 1" schedule 40 (1.315" OD x 1.049" ID); the size could be somewhat smaller or larger.

I found a company that could supply this in Grade 2 but not Ti-6Al-4V. Any suggestions?

Thanks,
Don Culp

RE: Need Ti-6Al-4V seamless tubing

I think that you will have to find 6Al-4V tubing in an aircraft grade. You will have to look at suppliers of aircraft tubing. Also you will have to buy at least a 10 Ft length or find someone with some drops.

http://www.alloymetalsinc.com/tubing.php

RE: Need Ti-6Al-4V seamless tubing

aircraft hydraulic lines are cold finished seamless 6-4.  It is in a high strength condition and much lighter wall that you want, but it is common.

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RE: Need Ti-6Al-4V seamless tubing

Here is what EdStainless was referring to. You can get up to 1/2 the wall thickness of titanium pipe. If you find any one that carries anything close to your requirements make sure you give them a call.  

http://www.snappymaterials.com/titanium-tubing.php

The reason that the CP grades are readily available is that they are used in the chemical process industry were 6-4 is mainly a structural material where weight saving are important.  

RE: Need Ti-6Al-4V seamless tubing

(OP)
Unclesyd --

Despite their web sites, Alloy Metals and Snappy Metals no longer handle Ti tubing or pipe. Any other suggestions?

Thanks,
Don Culp
 

RE: Need Ti-6Al-4V seamless tubing

EdStainless:  out of curiosity, how are these hydraulic lines connected?  I've never been close enough to aircraft to notice...

RE: Need Ti-6Al-4V seamless tubing

What about Continental Steel and Tube in Ft. Lauderdale, FL?

Good Luck

RE: Need Ti-6Al-4V seamless tubing

They orbital weld end fittings and have captive nuts.  I believe that Allen Aircraft makes a lot of the fittings.  We make the exact same size and strength tubing in stainless 21-6-9.  It has the same pressure rating but it is used in locations that might be subject to damage.  The 21-6-9 has much greater damage resistance.  The SS doesn't use welded ends but a special collar system.

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