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. | |
| Mo | Molybdenum | 4.5 – 5.5% | |
| V | Vanadium | 4 – 5% | |
| Al | Aluminium | 2.2 – 3.8% | |
| Element | Name | Content % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minor & residual8 elements | |||
| Si | Silicon | ≤ 0.15% | |
| Fe | Iron | ≤ 0.25% | |
| C | Carbon | ≤ 0.08% | |
| N | Nitrogen | ≤ 0.05% | |
| H | Hydrogen | ≤ 0.012% | |
| O | Oxygen | ≤ 0.15% | |
| Other | Other elements, each | ≤ 0.1% | |
| Other | Other elements, total | ≤ 0.3% | |
Where this grade is recommended
Matched in 1 service conditions; ranks and scores computed from the condition-scoring matrix.
| Service condition | Industry | Temperature | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HS fasteners & shafts | Aerospace | 300 – 650 °C | 8 / 9 | 84 |
Designations & equivalents
| Trade name(s) | Ti-3Al-5Mo-4.5V |
| GOST (Russia) | ≈ ВТ16 |
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Applicable standards
Name the standard and its edition on the order.
Frequently asked questions
What is TC16 (Ti-3Al-5Mo-4.5V)?
TC16 (Ti-3Al-5Mo-4.5V) — Titanium. The rivet & fastener titanium — cold-headable
What is the maximum service temperature of TC16?
Typically about 350 °C; the practical limit depends on media, stress and design life — acceptance per the governing standard.
Which standards cover TC16?
GB/T 3620.1
Where is TC16 typically used?
HS fasteners & shafts (Aerospace)
In which forms is TC16 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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- Tube, plate, strip, bar, forgings, wire and more — with size range and lead time
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Tube & pipeφ1 – 219 × 0.25 – 25 mm
Plate4.76 – 80 mm
Barφ8 – 300 mm
Wire & filler metalsφ0.01 – 8 mm