Ti-5Al-5Mo-5V-1Cr-1Fe — datasheet, composition & supply

Titanium

Units

Tensile Rm

1080

MPa · ≥ std. min

Yield Rp0.2

1010

MPa · ≥ std. min

Elongation A

% · ≥ std. min

Service limit

400

°C · indicative max

Density

4.54

g/cm³

Chemical composition

Ti82%

Ti 82%Al 5.1%Mo 4.8%V 4.8%Cr 1%Fe 1%Minor & residual 1.2%

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 elements6 elements
	Ti	Titanium	Bal.
	Al	Aluminium	4.4 – 5.7%
	Mo	Molybdenum	4 – 5.5%
	V	Vanadium	4 – 5.5%
	Cr	Chromium	0.5 – 1.5%
	Fe	Iron	0.5 – 1.5%

	Element	Name	Content %
Minor & residual8 elements
	Zr	Zirconium	≤ 0.3%
	Si	Silicon	≤ 0.15%
	C	Carbon	≤ 0.08%
	N	Nitrogen	≤ 0.05%
	H	Hydrogen	≤ 0.015%
	O	Oxygen	≤ 0.18%
	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 ≥ %	Other requirements and notes
Bar	Annealed (M) / hot-worked (R) / cold-worked (Y), dia. or section 7–100 mm	1080 – 1280	≥ 1010	≥ 9	Also specified: Reduction of area Z ≥ 25 % Properties are measured on heat-treated test blanks.

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	3 / 7	92
Airframe & lightweight	Aerospace	≤ 200 °C	4 / 10	90
Lightweight parts & springs	Automotive & Racing	≤ 150 °C	3 / 7	86

Designations & equivalents

Trade name(s)	Ti-5Al-5Mo-5V-1Cr-1Fe
GOST (Russia)	≈ ВТ22

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Applicable standards

2 specifications. Name the standard and its edition on the order.

GB/T 2965GB/T 3620.1

Guaranteed values and required tests differ between specifications — see Mechanical minima by form for the figures per form.

Frequently asked questions

What is TC18 (Ti-5Al-5Mo-5V-1Cr-1Fe)?

TC18 (Ti-5Al-5Mo-5V-1Cr-1Fe) — Titanium. Ultra-high-strength titanium for landing gear

What is the maximum service temperature of TC18?

Typically about 400 °C; the practical limit depends on media, stress and design life — acceptance per the governing standard.

What is the tensile strength of TC18?

The specified minimum tensile strength is 1080 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 TC18?

GB/T 2965, GB/T 3620.1

Where is TC18 typically used?

Landing gear & forgings (Aerospace); Airframe & lightweight (Aerospace); Lightweight parts & springs (Automotive & Racing)

In which forms is TC18 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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Supply & enquiry

Tube & pipeφ1 – 219 × 0.25 – 25 mm

Plate4.76 – 80 mm

Barφ8 – 300 mm

Wire & filler metalsφ0.01 – 8 mm

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

Tube, plate, strip, bar, forgings, wire and more — with size range and lead time
Chemistry and mechanical test report (EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2)
Like-for-like alternatives and selection advice
Applicable standards and inspection scope

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