Titanium Alloy Tubing

Titanium Alloy Tubing

High Performance Titanium Tubes for Aerospace, Medical & Heat Exchanger Applications

Titanium holds a special place in our material portfolio and has long been a core product at Vulroc. To meet the growing demand from aerospace, medical, chemical processing, and heat exchanger industries, Vulroc operates dedicated titanium production lines at Zhangjiagang Mill, China and Xuyi Mill, China, capable of meeting stringent industry requirements.

Our titanium alloy tubing is widely used in aerospace hydraulic systems, medical devices, heat exchangers, and high-performance industrial applications.

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Product Range

Titanium alloy tubing is available in:

  • Straight titanium tubes
  • U-bent titanium tubes
  • Heat exchanger titanium tubes
  • Aerospace titanium tubing
  • Medical titanium tubing
  • Precision titanium tubes

Size Range

Parameter Range
Outside Diameter 9.53 – 114 mm (3/8″ –4″)
Wall Thickness 0.7 – 15 mm
Delivery Form Straight Length / U-Bent
Manufacturing Seamless / Precision Drawn

When Stainless Steel is Not Enough

Titanium alloy tubing is often selected when stainless steel cannot meet performance requirements. Titanium offers higher strength-to-weight ratio, superior corrosion resistance, and excellent durability, making it suitable for demanding environments.

Typical applications include:

  • Aerospace tubing
  • Medical tubing
  • Heat exchanger tubing
  • Chemical processing systems
  • Marine environments

Industries Served

Aerospace & Defense

  • Hydraulic systems
  • Fuel lines
  • Structural components
  • Aircraft tubing

Medical Industry

  • Surgical instruments
  • Orthopedic implants
  • Medical device components
  • Biocompatible tubing

Chemical Processing

  • Heat exchangers
  • Condensers
  • Corrosion resistant piping
  • Process equipment

Marine & Offshore

  • Shipbuilding systems
  • Offshore platforms
  • Subsea equipment
  • Seawater cooling systems

Energy Sector

  • Power plants
  • Nuclear reactors
  • Geothermal systems
  • Solar energy systems

Automotive & Motorsport

  • Exhaust systems
  • Engine components
  • Lightweight structures
  • Performance parts

Sports & Lifestyle

  • Bicycle components
  • Golf equipment
  • Sporting goods
  • Lightweight structures

Key Advantages

High Performance. Lightweight. Corrosion Resistant.

  • High strength-to-weight ratio
  • Excellent corrosion resistance
  • Superior fatigue resistance
  • Outstanding durability
  • Excellent biocompatibility
  • High temperature resistance
  • Lightweight material
  • Low maintenance requirements

Zhangjiagang Mill, China

Vulroc operates a dedicated titanium tubing manufacturing facility in Zhangjiagang, China, specializing in high-quality titanium alloy tubing for aerospace, medical, and industrial applications.

This facility features:

  • Advanced titanium drawing lines
  • Precision heat treatment
  • Strict dimensional control
  • Full inspection capability
  • Aerospace-grade production

Xuyi Mill, China

In addition to Zhangjiagang, Vulroc operates another titanium production line in Xuyi, China, enhancing capacity for precision titanium tubing.

The Xuyi mill provides:

  • Precision titanium tube manufacturing
  • Advanced inspection equipment
  • High-quality surface finish
  • Stable production capability
  • Global supply support

Quality Control at Every Stage

From raw titanium sponge to finished tubing, Vulroc follows strict quality control procedures:

  • Raw material inspection
  • Chemical composition testing
  • Mechanical properties testing
  • Dimensional inspection
  • Eddy current testing
  • Ultrasonic testing
  • Visual inspection
  • Final approval

This ensures titanium alloy tubing meets demanding high-performance requirements.

Grades and Standards

Titanium tube grades (other grades are available on request)
Grade UNS ASTM/ASME W.Nr. AFNOR
Ti Grade 1 (CP Ti) R50250 Grade 1 W.Nr. 3.7025 T-35
Ti Grade 2 (CP Ti) R50400 Grade 2 W.Nr. 3.7035 T-40
Ti Grade 3 (CP Ti) R50550 Grade 3 W.Nr. 3.7055 T-50
Ti Grade 7 R52400 Grade 7 W.Nr. 3.7235 –
Ti Grade 9 R56320 Grade 9 W.Nr. 3.7195 T-A3V2.5
Ti Grade 11 R52250 Grade 11 W.Nr. 3.7225 –
Ti Grade 12 R53400 Grade 12 W.Nr. 3.7105 –
Ti Grade 16 R52402 Grade 16 – –
Ti Grade 17 R52252 Grade 17 – –
Ti Grade 26 R52404 Grade 26 – –
Ti Grade 28 R52254 Grade 28 – –
Grade Description
Ti Grade 1 (CP Ti) Relatively low-strength and high-ductility pure titanium (Cp).
Ti Grade 2 (CP Ti) Medium-strength pure titanium (Cp).
Ti Grade 3 (CP Ti) High strength pure titanium (Cp).
Ti Grade 7 Medium-strength Pd-alloyed titanium for enhanced corrosion properties.
Ti Grade 9 High-strength titanium alloyed with 3% Al and 2.5% V.
Ti Grade 11 Low-strength titanium plus 0.12-0.25% Pd for enhanced corrosion properties.
Ti Grade 12 High-strength titanium alloy plus 0.3% Mo and 0.8% Ni for enhanced corrosion properties.
Ti Grade 16 Medium-strength titanium plus 0.04-0.08% Pd for enhanced corrosion properties.
Ti Grade 17 Low-strength titanium plus 0.04-0.08% Pd for enhanced corrosion properties.
Ti Grade 26 Medium-strength titanium plus 0.08-0.14% Ru for enhanced corrosion properties.
Ti Grade 28 High-strength titanium alloy plus 3% Al, 2.5% V and 0.08%-0.14% Ru for enhanced corrosion properties.
Type of product Grade(s) Technical requirements*
according to
Titanium tubes and pipes Ti and Ti alloy grades 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 11, 12, 16, 17, 26 and 28 ASTM B337, ASTM B338, ASME SB338
NACE MRO 175-94
Dimensional tolerances acc. to DIN 17861 D3/T3 or closer

Mechanical Properties

Sandvik grade UNS Proof strength
Rp0.2 MPa min		 Tensile strength
Rm MPa min		 Elongation
A % min
Cp Ti Grade 1 R50250 138-310 240 24
Cp Ti Grade 2 R50400 275-450 345 20
Cp Ti Grade 3 R50550 380-550 450 18
Ti Grade 7 R52400 275-450 345 20
Ti Grade 9 R56320 483 620 15
Ti Grade 11 R52250 138-310 240 24
Ti Grade 12 R53400 345 483 18
Ti Grade 16 R52402 275-450 345 20
Ti Grade 17 R52252 138-310 240 24
Ti Grade 26 R52404 275-450 345 20
Ti Grade 28 R52254 483 620 15

Size and Tolerance

Sizes and tolerances for titanium tubes

Vulroc titanium tubes are available in size range outside diameter 9.53-114 mm (3/8 – 4 in.) with wall thicknesses from 0.7 to 15 mm (0.0275 to 0.1968 in.)*.

OD = outside diameter
WT = wall thickness

Size OD, mm (in.) Tolerances OD, mm (in.) WT min wall %
< 25.4 (< 3/8) ±0.102 (0.004) +20/-0
25.4-38.1 (1-1 1/2) ±0.127 (0.005) +20/-0

Tolerances for OD < 15.9 or > 38.1 – or closer tolerances – after special agreement.

*Limitations for some ratios of OD/WT exist

Standards
Type of product Grade(s) Technical requirements
Titanium tubes and pipes Ti and Ti alloy grades: 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 11, 12, 16, 17, 26, 28 and 29 ASTM B337, ASTM B338, ASME SB338
NACE MRO 175-94
Dimensional tolerances acc. to DIN 17861 D3/T3 or closer

Lengths

Titanium tubes are delivered in straight lengths up to 18.288 meters (60 ft). U-bent tubes are available on request.

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