The varied uses of titanium tubing

One of the most useful, and commonly-found, metals on earth, titanium is an abundant metal regularly utilised in countless applications in both its alloyed and commercially pure form. Businesses and industries everywhere benefit from its impressive string of physical properties that place it ahead of similar metals – both in terms of desired results and cost.

In tube form, titanium is universally recognised as high-performance metal tubing and can be used to contain and carry substances which would cause tubing made from other metals to falter. 

But why exactly is titanium tubing so infinitely useful? And why do so many industries opt for titanium over the alternatives?

At Ti-Tek, we’re experienced, reliable stockists of titanium in many forms (including tubing) so let us walk you through the uses and benefits of titanium tubing in greater detail, so you can make an educated decision about whether it’s the right move for your business.

Why is titanium tubing so sought after?

Here are just some of the advantages titanium tubes hold over the competition:

Low weight and low density

While steel is a popular choice in the creation of tubing, Titanium is around 42% lighter than steel. This makes titanium tubing the perfect choice for applications where the weight of the tubing proves critical in either its installation or application.

A titanium tube can often be installed far quicker or easier than steel tubing thanks to its lightweight nature. Along with this, in applications where tubing is suspended or placed at certain angles, titanium tubing would cause far less pressure on the instruments holding it in position when compared to steel.

Excellent corrosion resistance

As we’ve already mentioned, titanium offers excellent resistance to damage from certain corrosive or harmful liquids and other substances, making it the perfect choice for safe transportation of such substances.

On top of this, titanium tubing is also excellent at resisting corrosion from the elements, such as rain, and will not rust as a result. This makes it ideal for outdoor use, or in applications that are close to sources of water, or other potentially damaging environments.

Heat resistance

Along with generally being considered one of the toughest metals around, titanium alloys are also able to equate this toughness to heat resistance. In high-temperature environments, while other metals begin to succumb to heat, titanium can hold its structure thanks to its high melting point, surviving temperatures of up to 600°C approximately. This depends on the grade of Titanium and the specific alloy.

In terms of tubing, titanium works exceptionally well when used in heat exchangers and any other piping in which liquids or substances of a high temperature (including steam) need to be moved from A to B.

Which industries use titanium tubing?

Nuclear

Given just how hazardous and hot many of the materials involved in nuclear power can be, it makes all the sense in the world for the nuclear industry to rely on titanium tubing for the safe storage and movement of such materials.

Thanks to its incredible heat resistance and resistance to corrosive substances, those working in nuclear energy can rest easy knowing titanium tubing can handle the daily chemical pressures of nuclear waste and similar materials.

Automotive

Titanium tubing is also a fantastic choice for the automotive industry, including both commercial cars and those used in sports racing. 

Whether it’s under the hood as part of the engine, or beneath the car as part of the exhaust system, the extreme heat build-up by such parts requires a material that’s rugged enough not to overheat and melt while helping to maintain the overall structure of the vehicle, making titanium tubing the perfect choice.

Plus, because it’s so lightweight, when a car is built from parts made from titanium tubing it is likely to be able to build speed much faster than the competition, making it ideal for motorsports.

Marine

Any underwater apparatus must be backed up by materials that are fit for purpose, with recent news events highlighting the essential need for safe and reliable construction for marine purposes.

The beauty of titanium tubing is that it is exceptionally strong, meaning it can stand up to the pressures of underwater applications, but is also resistant to degradation in the face of salt water and any other potentially corrosive elements featured in seawater.

But all of the above are barely scratching the surface of how titanium tubing can be applied and its infinite uses.

Answer all your titanium needs with Ti-Tek

However you need to apply titanium tubing, you can find all the titanium products and information you need with Ti-Tek.

As an experienced and reliable titanium stockist with decades of combined experience, including high-quality tubing products made from the popular metal, we are your number one choice for all things titanium. Whatever your business or industry, we’d like to help.

So get in touch with a Ti-Tek representative today to learn more about how we can answer all of your titanium needs.

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