Kochlin SPECIAL ALLOYS · SINCE 2009

Ti-15V-3Cr-3Sn-3Al

β titanium with outstanding cold formability — springs and fasteners

Titanium
Units
Tensile Rm
1000
MPa · ≥ std. min
Yield Rp0.2
965
MPa · ≥ std. min
Elongation A
7
% · ≥ std. min
Service limit
300
°C · indicative max
Density
4.76
g/cm³

Chemical composition

Ti 76%V 15%Cr 3%Sn 3%Al 3%Minor & residual 0.49%

Nominal: mid-range where both limits are given, the cap where only a maximum is, balance takes the remainder. Exact specified ranges below.

ElementName Content %
Main elements5 elements
Ti TitaniumBal.
V Vanadium14 – 16%
Cr Chromium2.5 – 3.5%
Sn Tin2.5 – 3.5%
Al Aluminium2.5 – 3.5%
ElementName Content %
Minor & residual5 elements
Fe Iron≤ 0.25%
O Oxygen≤ 0.13%
C Carbon≤ 0.05%
N Nitrogen≤ 0.05%
H Hydrogen≤ 0.015%

Mechanical minima by form

Guaranteed values differ by form, size and delivery condition; quotations confirm the specification, form, size and condition.

FormCondition Rm MPaRp0.2 MPaA ≥ %
Sheet and strip (≤3.18 mm)Solution treated: 788–816 °C, 3–30 min 703 – 945 689 – 869 ≥ 12
Sheet and strip (≤3.18 mm)Solution treated, then precipitation treated at 510 °C for 8 h, air cooled or faster ≥ 1000 (145 ksi) ≥ 965 (140 ksi) ≥ 7
Sheet and strip (≤3.18 mm)Solution treated, then precipitation treated at 482 °C for 16 h, air cooled ≥ 1241 (180 ksi) ≥ 1172 (170 ksi) ≥ 5

Where this grade is recommended

Matched in 2 service conditions; ranks and scores computed from the condition-scoring matrix.

Service conditionIndustry TemperatureRankScore
Lightweight parts & springs Automotive & Racing ≤ 150 °C 2 / 7 90
HS fasteners & shafts Aerospace ≤ 300 °C 7 / 9 85

Designations & equivalents

Trade name(s)Ti-15V-3Cr-3Sn-3Al / Ti-15-3

Cross-references are common near-equivalents for search and shortlisting; substitution across standards requires clause-by-clause verification. All grades in one cross-reference table →

Applicable standards

Name the standard and its edition on the order.

Frequently asked questions

What is TB5 (Ti-15V-3Cr-3Sn-3Al)?

TB5 (Ti-15V-3Cr-3Sn-3Al) — Titanium. β titanium with outstanding cold formability — springs and fasteners

What is the maximum service temperature of TB5?

Typically about 300 °C; the practical limit depends on media, stress and design life — acceptance per the governing standard.

What is the tensile strength of TB5?

The specified minimum tensile strength is 1000 MPa for the main product form. Minima for other forms and sizes are listed under "Mechanical minima by form" on this page.

Which standards cover TB5?

SAE AMS 4914 Ti-15V-3Al-3Cr-3Sn

Where is TB5 typically used?

Lightweight parts & springs (Automotive & Racing); HS fasteners & shafts (Aerospace)

In which forms is TB5 available?

Tube, plate, strip, bar, forgings, wire and other forms — sizes and delivery condition confirmed per order, with EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 certification.

Same series

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This grade’s datasheet as an A4 PDF — for filing, printing or forwarding to colleagues.

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Supply & enquiry

Tube & pipeφ1 – 219 × 0.25 – 25 mmPlate4.76 – 80 mmBarφ8 – 300 mmWire & filler metalsφ0.01 – 8 mm

For this grade we can supply, against your service conditions:

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