BT16 (БТ16)
BT16 Titanium Alloy: Exceptional Performance for Aerospace and High-Performance Industries
BT16 Titanium (ВТ-16) is a specialized α+β titanium alloy known for its remarkable strength, fatigue resistance, and corrosion resistance. This alloy is widely used in aerospace, defense, marine, and industrial applications due to its outstanding mechanical properties. Russian Metals is a leading supplier of BT16 titanium, offering precision-manufactured products tailored to meet the stringent requirements of high-performance industries.
Why BT16 Titanium is Preferred in Aerospace and Industrial Applications
High Strength and Durability: With an exceptional combination of strength and toughness, BT16 titanium ensures long-lasting reliability even under dynamic loading conditions.Excellent Fatigue Resistance: The alloy's fatigue properties make it ideal for critical components that undergo repeated stress cycles.
With excellent machinability and strong resistance to thermal stress, 2618 aluminium remains highly suitable for complex machining operationswhile maintaining exceptional mechanical properties even under high-temperature conditions.Corrosion Resistance: BT16 performs excellently in marine and other corrosive environments, making it a top choice for high-stress, high-durability applications.
Characteristics for grade BT16
| Grade : | BT16 |
| Classification : | Titanium wrought alloy |
| Application: | fasteners and threaded parts operating at temperatures up to 350°; structural class α+β |
| Foreign analogues: | No data |
Chemical composition in % for grade BT16
| Fe | C | Si | Mo | V | N | You | Al | Zr | O | H | Impurity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| up to 0.25 | up to 0.1 | up to 0.15 | 4.5 - 5.5 | 4 - 5 | up to 0.05 | 84.85 - 89.7 | 1.8 - 3.8 | up to 0.3 | up to 0.15 | up to 0.015 | other 0.3 |
Note: Ti is the basis; Ti percentage is approximate.
Technological properties of the material BT16.
| Weldability: | without restrictions. |
Mechanical properties at T=20 o C of BT16 material.
| Assortment | Size | For example. | σin | σT | δ5 | ψ | KCU | Thermal processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | mm | - | MPa | MPa | % | % | kJ/m² | - |
| Heat-treated rod, OST 1 90201-75 | 1030-1225 | 12 | 50 | |||||
| The sheet is thin | 840-1250 | 12-22 | Annealing | |||||
| The sheet is thin | 1300-1400 | 5-6 | 500 | Hardening and aging |
Mechanical properties under T=20°C for grade BT16
| Assortment | Dimension | σb | σT | δ5 | ψ | KCU | Heat Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | mm | MPa | MPa | % | - | kJ/m² | - |
| Heat-treated rod, OST 1 90201-75 | 1030-1225 | 12 | 50 | ||||
| The sheet is thin | 840-1250 | 12-22 | Annealing | ||||
| The sheet is thin | 1300-1400 | 5-6 | 500 | Hardening and aging |
| Hardness VT16 after hardening and aging, Thin sheet | HB 10 -1 = 302 - 415 MPa |
Physical properties for grade BT16
| T | E 10⁻⁵ | α 10⁶ | λ | ρ | C | R 10⁹ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | MPa | (1/Grade) | (Watt/m·Grade) | (kg/m³) | (J/kg·Grade) | (Ohm·m) |
| 20 | 1.1 |
Mechanical properties :
σB - Tensile strength [MPa]
σT - Yield stress [MPa]
δ5 - Specific elongation at fracture [%]
ψ - Reduction of area [%]
KCU - Impact strength [kJ/m²]
HB - Brinell hardness [MPa]
Physical properties :
T - Test temperature [Grade]
E - Young modulus [MPa]
α - Coefficient of linear expansion (20° - T) [1/Grade]
λ - Thermal (heat) condition coefficient [Watt/(m·Grade)]
ρ - Density [kg/m³]
C - Specific heat (range 20° - T) [J/(kg·Grade)]
R - Electrical resistance [Ohm·m]
Applications of BT16 Titanium
BT16 titanium is used extensively across various industries, such as:
Aerospace: Components like turbine blades, airframes, and structural parts benefit from BT16’s combination of strength and low weight.
Marine: With exceptional corrosion resistance, BT16 is ideal for manufacturing parts such as propellers and shafts exposed to seawater.
Defense: In defense systems, where durability and resistance to extreme environments are crucial, BT16 is used in advanced military equipment and structural components.
Industrial Machinery: BT16's fatigue resistance makes it suitable for high-load applications in machinery and industrial components.
BT16 Titanium at Russian Metals
As a trusted supplier of Titanium BT-3 alloy and BT16 titanium, Russian Metals ensures that all products meet rigorous quality standards. We provide:
Certified Materials: All our BT16 titanium products are certified, ensuring they meet international performance and safety standards.
Precision Machining: We offer custom solutions, machining BT16 titanium to your exact specifications for seamless integration into your projects.
Fast Delivery: We understand the need for timely deliveries, and our logistics team ensures prompt shipment of BT16 titanium products worldwide.
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