Chemical composition
Nominal: mid-range where both limits are given, the cap where only a maximum is, balance takes the remainder. Exact specified ranges below.
| Element | Name | Content % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main elements4 elements | |||
| Ti | Titanium | Bal. | |
| V | Vanadium | 9 – 11% | |
| Al | Aluminium | 2.6 – 3.4% | |
| Fe | Iron | 1.6 – 2.2% | |
| Element | Name | Content % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor & residual7 elements | |||
| O | Oxygen | ≤ 0.13% | |
| C | Carbon | ≤ 0.05% | |
| N | Nitrogen | ≤ 0.05% | |
| H | Hydrogen | ≤ 0.015% | |
| Y | Yttrium | ≤ 0.005% | |
| Other | Other elements, each | ≤ 0.1% | |
| Other | Other elements, total | ≤ 0.3% | |
Mechanical minima by form
Guaranteed values differ by form, size and delivery condition; quotations confirm the specification, form, size and condition.
| Form | Condition | Rm MPa | Rp0.2 MPa | A ≥ % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bar (7–100 mm) | Heat-treated test blank; recommended solution treatment at 705–775 °C, water cooled + aged at 480–620 °C for 8–10 h | ≥ 1105 | ≥ 1035 | ≥ 8 |
| Forgings (section ≤76.2 mm) | Solution treated 33–56 °C below the beta transus, water quenched + aged at 482–524 °C for ≥8 h | ≥ 1193 (173 ksi) | ≥ 1103 (160 ksi) | ≥ 4 |
| Forgings (section ≤101.6 mm) | Single-step solution treatment, water quenched + overaged at 566–621 °C for ≥8 h | ≥ 965 (140 ksi) | ≥ 896 (130 ksi) | ≥ 8 |
Where this grade is recommended
Matched in 3 service conditions; ranks and scores computed from the condition-scoring matrix.
| Service condition | Industry | Temperature | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landing gear & forgings | Aerospace | ≤ 200 °C | 1 / 7 | 94 |
| Airframe & lightweight | Aerospace | ≤ 200 °C | 3 / 10 | 91 |
| Brake & drivetrain | Automotive & Racing | ≤ 300 °C | 2 / 5 | 86 |
Designations & equivalents
| Trade name(s) | Ti-10V-2Fe-3Al / Ti-10-2-3 |
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
3 specifications. Name the standard and its edition on the order.
Guaranteed values and required tests differ between specifications — see Mechanical minima by form for the figures per form.
Frequently asked questions
What is TB6 (Ti-10V-2Fe-3Al)?
TB6 (Ti-10V-2Fe-3Al) — Titanium. High strength-toughness forgings — landing-gear class
What is the maximum service temperature of TB6?
Typically about 315 °C; the practical limit depends on media, stress and design life — acceptance per the governing standard.
What is the tensile strength of TB6?
The specified minimum tensile strength is 1105 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 TB6?
GB/T 2965, SAE AMS 4984 Ti-10V-2Fe-3Al, SAE AMS 4987 Ti-10V-2Fe-3Al
Where is TB6 typically used?
Landing gear & forgings (Aerospace); Airframe & lightweight (Aerospace); Brake & drivetrain (Automotive & Racing)
In which forms is TB6 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.
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