Titanium metal is a popular manufacturing material due to its properties of excellent corrosion resistance and high strength to weight ratio. It does not occur naturally in its pure form, although it is found in many other elements, and so it must be extracted from ores or mineral deposits. The most common methods used to extract titanium are the Kroll method and the Hunter method. Read More…
Leading Manufacturers
Metalmen Sales Inc.
Long Island City, NY | 800-767-9494We supply Titanium in Grade 2 and Grade 5, or 6Al 4V. Foil, sheet, rod, bar, plate, pipe. Call us for a prompt e-mail quote. metalmen has 100+ years of metal supply experience. Experience the metalmen difference.
Alloys International
Ronkonkoma, NY | 800-900-9209Alloys International specializes in performance metal solutions within the Aerospace, Petro-chemical, Nuclear, Electrical Power, Medical industries. We are on the cutting edge of superior strength Titanium technology, and our global supply of commercially pure and alloyed Titanium insures shorter lead times, competitive pricing, and quality without compromise. Available in all forms and grades with full certification included with every order, Alloys International is your #1 Titanium source!
Ferralloy Inc.
Cleveland, OH | 440-250-1900Since 1978, Ferralloy has committed to delivering high-quality, custom metalworking solutions to its customers which include the aircraft, defense, medical and mining industries. Our titanium products have withstood the test of time.
Alcobra Metals, Inc.
Spokane, WA | (509)482-4435Alcobra Metals offers the widest selection of specialty metals in the Pacific Northwest, offering stainless steel plate, stainless steel sheets & rounds, titanium, bronze, copper & others. Fabricators, artists and machine shops across the country find specialty alloys, precision parts, and great prices at Alcobra.
Reliable Source Inc.
Fontana, CA | 909-357-1211We are tubing specialists dealing in large & small O.D., thin & heavy wall tubing. We also stock a large variety of metal products such as sheet, plate, bar, coil, extrusions, tubing and pipe in stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, nickel, copper, brass and bronze. Our customer service department can provide you with quality products and on time delivery at very competitive pricing.
Metals Unlimited Aerospace
Longwood, FL | 407-951-8909Specialty metals distributor, Metals Unlimited North is your primary source for metalworking and aviation material supply. Our specialty is distribution of common and rare metals that meet the quality and caliber needed by aerospace, commercial aviation, and other metalworking industries.
Titanium Bars - MetalmenOnce titanium has been drawn out from its element, it is melted down into stock shapes and sizes which are then available for transportation and secondary fabrication. Regulated bar sizes ensure that manufacturers can efficiently transport, store and machine the metal. Common processes used to create titanium bars include hot forging, hot rolling, polishing, machining, extrusion, welding, casting and spinning. These techniques are also implemented in the fabrication of titanium parts for industries such as aerospace, medical and dental, automotive, agricultural, food processing and more.
Manufacturers typically buy titanium bars as stock supply to then be fabricated into specific parts; however, they can also be used in concrete or structure reinforcement in construction industries. Other stock supply options include titanium plate, sheet and wire. Titanium is alloyed with other metals such as iron, aluminum, vanadium and others in order to improve its physical handling characteristics.
Manufacturers can determine the most suitable titanium alloy for a specific application by using the classification of titanium grades. These separate alloys into groups dependent on their composition and performance features. In addition to excellent strength, durability and resistance to both corrosion and wear and tear, titanium has a low elasticity level which can easily result in surface damage. It is also an extremely hard metal which requires careful machining techniques.Its low conductivity and temperature resistance however make titanium an excellent choice for products such as jet engines, missiles, medical prostheses, orthopedic implants and other similar applications. Resistance not only to corrosion from water, but also from acid, physical stress, oxygen, salt and microbiological elements, titanium is an ideal and effective choice for underwater, marine and shipping applications. While titanium is a relatively expensive manufacturing material choice, the benefits of its durability and strength will result in longer product life and lower maintenance costs.