Grade 7 Titanium Alloy (Ti-0.2Pd): The Ultimate Corrosion Fighter

Jun 09, 2021 Leave a message

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What is Grade 7 Titanium?

Grade 7 (UNS R52400) is a palladium-modified titanium alloy where 0.15-0.25% Pd addition dramatically enhances corrosion resistance in reducing acids and crevice environments, while retaining pure titanium's biocompatibility and fabricability.


Key Technical Properties

1. Chemical Composition (ASTM B265)

ElementTiPdFeOOthers
Wt.%Balance0.12-0.25≤0.30≤0.25≤0.1 (each)

2. Mechanical Properties

PropertyValueTest Standard
Tensile Strength≥345 MPa (50 ksi)ASTM E8
Yield Strength≥275 MPa (40 ksi)ASTM E8
Elongation≥20%ASTM E8
Hardness (HV)120-200ASTM E92

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3. Physical Properties

PropertyValue
Density4.51 g/cm³
Melting Point1650°C (3000°F)
Thermal Conductivity17 W/m·K
Electrical Resistivity0.55 µΩ·m

4. Thermal Performance

  • Operating Range: -196°C to 300°C (-320°F to 572°F)

  • Oxidation Resistance: Superior to pure titanium above 150°C

  • Thermal Expansion: 8.6 µm/m·K (20-100°C)

5. Fabrication Capabilities

ProcessRatingNotes
Weldability★★★★★Excellent (GTAW/GTAW preferred)
Machinability★★★☆☆Use carbide tools + coolant
Formability★★★★☆Cold workable (Annealed state)

Why Grade 7 Titanium? Critical Applications

IndustryComponentsPerformance Advantage
ChemicalHeat exchangers, HCl scrubbers, reactorsResists crevice corrosion in chlorides
MedicalImplants, surgical instrumentsBiocompatible + MRI-safe
MarineDesalination plants, seawater piping50+ year lifespan in seawater
EnergyGeothermal casings, FGD systemsWithstands H₂S/sulfuric acid

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TSM's Grade 7 Product Range

FormDimensionsStandards
Plates/SheetsThickness: 0.5-100mmASTM B265, ASME SB265
BarsDiameter: 10-300mmASTM B348, AMS 4956
TubesOD: 6-150mm (Wall: 0.5-15mm)ASTM B337, B338
ForgingsCustom shapes (Flanges/Valves)ASTM B381
WiresDiameter: 0.1-5mmASTM B863

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Manufacturing Excellence at TSM

  • Material Control:

    • Virgin Ti sponge (99.7% purity)

    • Precision Pd doping (±0.01%)

  • Processing:

    • Vacuum arc remelting (VAR)

    • Hydrogen-controlled annealing

  • Quality Assurance:

    • 100% UT/RT testing per ASME Sec. V

    • PMI verification (OES testing)

    • Full traceability (MTC per EN 10204 3.1)


Limited-Time Engineering Support

🔥 Free Material Kit: Get Grade 7 samples (plate/tube) + corrosion data report
🔥 Technical Consultation: Complimentary application review with our metallurgists
🔥 Volume Discounts: Price protection on orders >2,000 kg


Why Choose TSM Technology?

✅ Reliable Global Supply: We export to over 70 countries worldwide.

✅ Customization: Alloy adjustments, special finishes (mirror/bead blast)

✅ Certifications: ISO 9001, AS9100, PED 2014/68/EU

✅ End-to-End Solutions: Cut-to-size, machining, welding & testing services


Ready to Specify Grade 7 Ti?
📞 +86-18691573651 | ✉️ info@tsm-titanium.com

🌐 Resources:

  • Download CAD Models

  • View Material Test Reports

  • Corrosion Calculator Tool

"Where 0.2% Pd Makes 100% Difference in Critical Environments"
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