BT22 Titanium Alloy: Aerospace-Grade Material for High-Performance Applications
BT22 Titanium (Ti-5Al-5Mo-5V-1Cr-1Fe) is a high-strength and high-toughness titanium alloy designed for aerospace and heavy industrial applications. Known for its excellent mechanical properties, BT22 is often used in high-stress aerospace components, landing gear, and engine parts where strength and reliability are paramount.
What is BT22 Titanium Alloy?
What is BT22 Titanium Alloy?
BT22 Titanium is a near-beta titanium alloy, also known as Ti-5Al-5Mo-5V-1Cr-1Fe. It offers high strength and hardness, especially in the annealed state, making it ideal for aircraft components that require excellent fatigue resistance and corrosion protection. The alloy's bimodal microstructure provides a perfect balance of toughness, ductility, and strength, ensuring that it performs well under extreme mechanical loads.
Excellent combination of high strength + relatively low density (compared to steels) → good for weight-sensitive structures. Good corrosion-resistance (benefit of titanium alloys) plus performance due to alloying and processing. Capability for large components (plates, forgings) means versatile for structural use. The development of surface/processing treatments (wear resistance studies) indicates good future potential.
Characteristics of the material BT22
| Grade : | BT22 |
| Classification : | Titanium wrought alloy |
| Application: | for obtaining highly loaded parts and structures that operate for a long time at temperatures of 350-400 °C. (power parts of the fuselage, wing, stampings, control system parts, fasteners such as eye bolts); structural class α+β |
| Foreign analogues: | No data |
Key Features of BT22 Titanium Alloy
High Strength
The tensile strength of BT22 in the annealed state can reach up to 1218 MPa, with potential for even higher strength after heat treatment.
Excellent Toughness and Ductility
Despite its high strength, BT22 maintains impressive toughness and ductility, making it suitable for high-performance aerospace applications.
Good Workability
BT22 can be easily machined, welded, and formed using traditional methods, making it a versatile option for various industrial applications.
Corrosion Resistance
The alloy exhibits excellent resistance to corrosion in aerospace environments, including exposure to high temperatures and aggressive chemicals.
Chemical composition in % of BT22 material
GOST 1-19807 - 91
| Fe | C | Si | Cr | Mo | V | N | You | Al | Zr | O | H | Impurities |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 - 1.5 | up to 0.1 | up to 0.15 | 0.5 - 1.5 | 4 - 5.5 | 4 - 5.5 | up to 0.05 | 79.4 - 86.3 | 4.4 - 5.7 | up to 0.3 | up to 0.18 | up to 0.015 | other 0.3 |
Note: Ti is the basis; Ti percentage is approximate.
Mechanical properties at T=20 o C of BT22 material.
| Assortment | Size | For example. | σin | σT | δ5 | ψ | KCU | Thermal processing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | mm | - | MPa | MPa | % | % | kJ/m² | - |
| Rod, GOST 26492-85 | 1030 | 6-8 | 14-20 | 200-250 | Annealing | |||
| Rod, high quality, GOST 26492-85 | 1080-1280 | 7-10 | 17-30 | 250-300 | Annealing | |||
| Rod, high quality, GOST 26492-85 | 1280 | 6-7 | 16-18 | 180-200 | Hardening and aging |
| Hardness BT22 after annealing, Rod | HB 10 -1 = 255 - 341 MPa |
Physical properties of the material ВТ22.
| T | E 10-5 | α 106 | λ | ρ | C | R 109 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hall | MPa | 1/Grad | W/(m deg) | kg/ m3 | J/(kg deg) | Ohm m |
| 20 | 8.32 | 4620 | 1530 | |||
| 100 | 8 | 9.21 | ||||
| 200 | 8.2 | 10.5 | 0.565 | |||
| 300 | 8.4 | 11.7 | 0.586 | |||
| 400 | 8.6 | 13.4 | 0.649 | |||
| 500 | 8.8 | 14.6 | 0.712 | |||
| 600 | 15.9 |
Applications of BT22 Titanium Alloy
BT22 titanium is highly valued in aerospace and defense applications. Key uses include:
Aerospace
Aircraft wings, fuselage components, landing gear, and engine fan discs.
Heavy Industry
Heat exchangers, chemical plant equipment, and turbine blades.
Military
Missile components and high-stress structural parts in military aviation and defense systems.
Why Choose Russian Metals as Your BT22 Titanium Supplier?
At Russian Metals, we are a trusted Aerospace-grade BT22 titanium supplier with a commitment to providing top-quality materials and services:
Certified Stock
We offer high-quality BT22 titanium in sheets, rods, and pipes, ensuring certified stock that meets global industry standards.
CNC Cutting & Customization
We provide precision CNC cutting for all your titanium alloy requirements.
Technical Support
Our team of experts is ready to assist you in selecting the right materials and guiding you through technical specifications and applications.
Designations:
Mechanical properties :
σin - 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]
Contact Us for BT22 Titanium Orders
For more information or to place an order, contact Russian Metals today. We specialize in providing the best quality GOSTBT22 Titanium at competitive prices for industrial, defense, and aerospace applications.