Houston, USA-based Louis Metals is a trusted producer and supplier of high-grade Titanium Forgings. We are experts in high-integrity forged titanium parts complying with rigorous aerospace, military, and industrial specifications. Our forgings of titanium are manufactured through the latest methods, which ensure fine grain structure, enhanced strength, and Precision and reliability in significant applications are understood at Louis Metals, to provide specially forged titanium answers that fit every customer’s individual requirements. Quality assurance and quick shipping ensure Louis Metals is a reliable supplier of premium-performance titanium forgings.
Louis Metals’ Titanium Forgings are generally produced with Grades 5 and 23, which have high strength and corrosion resistance. The forgings have tensile strengths of up to 950 MPa and good toughness, even under repeated loading. Mechanical properties are improved through the forging process by refining the microstructure and removing defects. The forgings maintain their properties at high temperatures and have good resistance to fatigue and crack growth. They are well suited to components needing high performance under pressure, vibration, and dynamic loading in harsh environments.
| Specifications | ASTM B381, ASME SB381 |
|---|---|
| Standard | DIN, ASTM, BS and all International Standards |
| Flat bar blocks | up to 27″ width and 15,000 lbs |
| Cylinders and sleeves | up to 50″ maximum O.D. and 65″ maximum length |
| Discs and hubs | up to 50″ diameter and 20,000 lbs |
| Rolled, hand forged or mandrel forged rings | up to 84″ maximum O.D. and 40″ maximum length |
| Rounds, shafts and step shafts | up to 144″ maximum length and 20,000 lbs |
| Forging Types | Impression Die Forging, Open Die Forging, Seamless Rolled Forging, Hot Forging, Cold Forging, Open die hammer forging, Impression die drop forging, Closed Die Forging, Press Forging, Upset Forging, Compression Forging, Swaging, Rotary Forging, Roll forging. |
The durability of titanium forgings is ensured by factors such as alloy composition, proper heat treatment, precise forging processes, surface finishing, and resistance to corrosion, wear, and extreme temperatures in demanding environments.
The typical tensile strength of titanium forgings ranges from 900 to 1,200 MPa, depending on the alloy and heat treatment, offering excellent strength-to-weight ratio for various high-performance applications.
Closed-die forging in titanium production involves shaping the titanium metal between two pre-shaped dies under high pressure, ensuring precise dimensions, improved strength, and a refined grain structure for high-performance applications.
Titanium Forgings are best suited for applications with high strength, accuracy, and corrosion resistance. In aviation, they find applications in engine parts, landing gear components, and structural assemblies. The medical industry uses titanium forgings for orthopedic implants and surgical instruments because of their biocompatibility and strength. In naval and underwater usages, forgings endure unforgiving seawater conditions in propeller shafts and submersible components. Industrial applications comprise valves, flanges, and chemical processing high-pressure fittings. They are essential in defense, racing, and energy production industries due to their capacity to perform while under stress.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Louis Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Houston, USA
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