Titanium Grade 1 Explained
Titanium Grade 1 is the softest, most ductile, and most formable of all commercially pure titanium grades, making it ideal for applications requiring maximum corrosion resistance and excellent fabrication characteristics. With its high resistance to oxidizing and mildly reducing environments, Grade 1 titanium performs exceptionally well in chemical processing, desalination plants, marine components, and heat exchanger systems. Its superior ductility, outstanding weldability, and lightweight structure allow easy cold-forming and fabrication into complex shapes without compromising strength or durability. Widely used in industries where corrosion resistance, biocompatibility, and long-term reliability are essential, Titanium Grade 1 continues to be a preferred choice for low-pressure, high-corrosion applications demanding purity, stability, and exceptional performance.
TITANIUM GR 1 SHEETS AND PLATES EQUIVALENT GRADES
| Common Name | UNS | Werkstoff Nr. |
|---|---|---|
| Titanium GR1 | R50250 | 3.7025 |
SPECIFICATION OF TITANIUM GR 1 SHEETS AND PLATES
| Standard | ASTM B265 / ASME SB265 |
|---|---|
| Dimension Standard | JIS, AISI, ASTM, GB, DIN, EN, etc |
| Width | 1000mm, 1219mm, 1500mm, 1800mm, 2000mm, 2500mm, 3000mm, 3500mm, etc |
| Length | 2000mm, 2440mm, 3000mm, 5800mm, 6000mm, etc |
| Thickness | 0.3 mm to 120 mm |
| Form | Coils, Foils, Rolls, Plain Sheet, Shim Sheet, Perforated Sheet, Chequered Plate, Strip, Flats, Blank (Circle), Ring (Flange) etc. |
| Surface Finishing | Hot rolled plate (HR), Cold rolled sheet (CR), 2B, 2D, BA, NO.1, NO.4, NO.8, 8K, mirror, Chequered, embossed, hair line, sand blast, Brush, etching, SATIN (Met with Plastic Coated) etc. |
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION OF TITANIUM GR 1 SHEETS AND PLATES
| C | Fe | H | N | O | Ti |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.015 | 0.03 | 0.18 | 99.5 |
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF TITANIUM GR 1 SHEETS AND PLATES
| Grade | Tensile (ksi) | Yield Strength (ksi) | Elongation % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Titanium Gr 1 | 240 | 170 | 24 |
💡 Practical Difference in Use
Use Titanium Grade 1 when: maximum corrosion resistance, excellent ductility, and superior formability are required for chemical, marine, and low-pressure applications.
→ Example: heat exchangers, chlorine processing, desalination systems, chemical tanks, and marine components.
Use Titanium Grade 2 when: moderate strength, outstanding corrosion resistance, and high weldability are needed for industrial, marine, and aerospace applications.
→ Example: pressure vessels, industrial piping, condensers, aircraft parts, and chemical processing equipment.
Use Titanium Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) when: high strength, excellent fatigue resistance, and superior performance under elevated temperatures are required.
→ Example: aerospace frames, turbine components, medical implants, offshore equipment, and high-stress structural parts.
Use Titanium Grade 9 (Ti-3Al-2.5V) when: higher strength than CP titanium with better formability than Grade 5 is needed, especially for tubes and structural components.
→ Example: hydraulic tubing, aircraft fuel lines, sports equipment, marine hardware, and heat exchanger tubing.
When to Choose Titanium Grade 1?
Titanium Grade 1 is selected where superior corrosion resistance, light weight, and long-term performance in aggressive and saltwater environments are critical.
Choose Titanium Grade 1 when:
- Service involves seawater, chlorides, and oxidizing chemical environments
- Maximum corrosion resistance is required with excellent formability
- Weight reduction is important without compromising durability
- Operating conditions include high humidity and saline exposure
- Used in chemical processing, marine, and desalination industries
- Excellent weldability and fabrication quality are essential
Industries That Use Titanium Grade 1 Sheets and Plates
Titanium Grade 1 sheets and plates are widely used in industries requiring exceptional corrosion resistance, light weight, and long-term operational reliability.
Primary application due to excellent chemical corrosion resistance.
Uses
Reactors, heat exchangers, storage tanks, and piping systems.
Why Titanium Grade 1?
Superior resistance to oxidizing acids and industrial chemicals.
Used in highly corrosive seawater environments.
Uses
Seawater piping, condensers, shipboard components.
Why Titanium Grade 1?
Outstanding resistance to seawater and saltwater corrosion.
Used in aggressive cooling and desalination systems.
Uses
Condenser plates, evaporators, brine handling equipment.
Why Titanium Grade 1?
Exceptional resistance to saline and high-chloride water.
Used where light weight and corrosion resistance are essential.
Uses
Aircraft structural panels, ducting, protective sheets.
Why Titanium Grade 1?
High strength-to-weight ratio with excellent corrosion resistance.
Used in hygienic and contamination-free environments.
Uses
Process vessels, cleanroom equipment, medical enclosures.
Why Titanium Grade 1?
Non-toxic, biocompatible, and corrosion resistant.
Used in highly corrosive bleaching environments.
Uses
Bleach plant equipment, digesters, and chemical piping.
Why Titanium Grade 1?
Excellent resistance to chlorine and chlorine dioxide.
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