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What is Titanium?

Titanium is a chemical element with the symbol Ti and atomic number 22. It is a lustrous transition metal known for its high strength, low density, and corrosion resistance. It is widely used in various industries, including aerospace, medicine, and sports equipment, due to its exceptional properties.

Titanium vs stainless steel?

Titanium and stainless steel are both popular materials, but they have distinct characteristics. Titanium is significantly lighter than stainless steel, has higher strength-to-weight ratio, and excellent corrosion resistance. Stainless steel, on the other hand, is heavier, has better hardness, and can withstand higher temperatures. The choice between the two depends on specific requirements like weight, strength, and environmental conditions.

White Mountain Titanium pilot program

Stainless Steel World Publisher - February 2, 2009

White Mountain Titanium Corp. has reported that good progress has been made in Stage 1 of the pilot plant program and that the program is on time and on budget. Working with Centro de Investigacion Minera y Metalurgica Tecnologia y Servicios (CIMM), Cytec Chile Limitada and AMEC-Cade, all of Santiago, Chile, the company has completed the gravity pre-concentration step of the Stage 1 program and has moved on to the next step, flotation.

Sandvik amends surcharge

Stainless Steel World Publisher - January 29, 2009

Sandvik Materials Technology has amended its alloy surcharge model by reducing the time lag and by imposing the model on copper and titanium.

Fraud indictment

Stainless Steel World Publisher - January 27, 2009

Executives of metal supplier Western Titanium have been indicted for fraud over weak titanium parts it supplied to Boeing and the US Air Force.

How to Weld Titanium workshop

Stainless Steel World Publisher - January 23, 2009

The International Titanium Association, in cooperation with the Canadian Welding Association, is offering the “How to Weld Titanium Workshop” on 3 March 2009, 5 March 2009, and 11 March 2009.

Mill 1-10 tooling platform

Stainless Steel World Publisher - January 22, 2009

Kennametal engineers have developed the Mill 1-10 tooling platform that performs all common machining applications such as face milling, shoulder milling, pocketing, slotting, interpolating, and ramping for steels, aluminum, or exotics, all with one common insert style.

Medallion acquires

Stainless Steel World Publisher - January 21, 2009

Medallion Resources Ltd has announced that it has executed, with privately held Romaine River Titanium Inc., an agreement that grants Medallion the option to acquire a 100% interest in the Everett iron-titanium property.

Allegheny management changes

Stainless Steel World Publisher - January 20, 2009

Allegheny Technologies Inc., a manufacturer of duplex stainless steel, has announced that Carl R Moulton, will become Vice President, International. Carl Moulton will be responsible for ATI's commercial activities in Europe and Asia, and ATI's STAL Precision Rolled Strip and Uniti titanium joint ventures.

Heat Treating of Light Alloys Conference

Stainless Steel World Publisher - January 19, 2009

Held 25-26 March 2009 at the Doubletree Hotel in Anaheim, California, US, the "Heat Treating of Light Alloys" program will cover advances in the heat treating of titanium, aluminum, and next generation composites.

Andritz supplies Baoji Titanium

Stainless Steel World Publisher - January 14, 2009

Andritz has received an order from Baoji Titanium Industry Co. Ltd, China’s largest titanium producer, for the supply of cold rolling and strip processing equipment, including automation.

Cardero acquires titanium deposit

Stainless Steel World Publisher - January 12, 2009

Cardero Resource Corp. has entered into an option agreement to earn up to an 85% interest in the Longnose Titanium-Iron deposit located in NE Minnesota, US.

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How does titanium compare with stainless steels?

Titanium and stainless steel are commonly used metals, but they have notable differences. Titanium is much lighter than stainless steel, with a density about half that of steel. Titanium also boasts a higher strength-to-weight ratio, making it ideal for applications where weight reduction is critical, such as aerospace components. It exhibits excellent corrosion resistance, even in harsh environments, while stainless steel can corrode under certain conditions. However, stainless steel generally surpasses titanium in terms of hardness, durability, and the ability to withstand higher temperatures. Stainless steel offers a wider range of options, including different grades with varying corrosion resistance and strength characteristics. The choice between titanium and stainless steel depends on specific requirements such as weight, strength, corrosion resistance, and operating conditions.

Applications for Titanium

Titanium’s exceptional properties make it suitable for various applications. It is extensively used in the aerospace industry for aircraft components, including airframes, engine parts, and landing gears. Its corrosion resistance and biocompatibility make it valuable for medical implants, such as joint replacements and dental implants. Titanium is also employed in sports equipment, eyewear frames, high-performance bicycles, and automotive components. Its non-magnetic nature finds applications in sensitive electronic devices. Additionally, it is used in chemical processing, desalination plants, and marine environments due to its resistance to corrosion.

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