The alpha-beta titanium alloys contain both alpha and beta phases at room temperature. The alpha phase is similar to that of unalloyed titanium but is strengthened by alpha stabilizing additions (e.g., aluminum). The beta phase is the high-temperature phase of titanium but is stabilized to room temperature by sufficient quantities of beta stabilizing elements such as vanadium, molybdenum, iron, or chromium. In addition to strengthening of titanium by the alloying additions, alpha-beta alloys may be further strengthened by heat treatment. The alpha-beta alloys have good strength at room temperature and for short times at elevated temperature. They are not noted for long-time creep strength. With the exception of annealed Ti-6Al-4V, these alloys are not recommended for cryogenic applications. The weldability of many of these alloys is poor because of the two-phase microstructure. However, some of them can be welded successfully with special precautions.
Ti-6Al-4V is available in all mill product forms as well as castings and powder metallurgy forms. It can be used in either the annealed or solution treated plus aged (STA) conditions and is weldable. Useful temperature range is from −320 to 750°F. For maximum toughness, Ti-6Al-4V should be used in the annealed or duplex-annealed conditions whereas for maximum strength, the STA condition is used. The full strength potential for this alloy is not available in sections greater than 1 inch.
Manufacturing Considerations — Ti-6Al-4V alloy may be forged above the beta transus temperature using procedures to promote a high toughness material. The material is routinely finished below beta transus temperature for good combinations of fabricability, strength, ductility, and toughness. Elevated temperatures are usually used for form flat-rolled products although extensive forming may be accomplished at room temperature. Flat-rolled products are usually formed and used in the annealed condition although some forming in the STA condition is possible.
This alloy can be spot welded and is being fusion welded extensively in certain applications. Established titanium-welding techniques must be employed and special design considerations may be involved in fusion weldments. Stress-relief annealing after welding is recommended.
Environmental Considerations — Ti-6Al-4V can withstand prolonged exposure to temperatures up to 750°F without loss of ductility. Its toughness in the annealed condition is adequate at temperatures down to −320°F. (A special low interstitial grade may be used down to −423°F.) Ti-6Al-4V is resistant to hot-salt stress corrosion to about its maximum use temperature depending on exposure time and exposure stress. The material is marginally susceptible to aqueous chloride solution stress corrosion, but is considered to have good resistance to this reaction compared with other commonly used alloys. Under certain conditions, titanium, when in contact with cadmium, silver, mercury, or certain of their compounds, may become embrittled. Refer to MIL-S-5002 and MIL-STD-1568 for restrictions concerning applications with titanium in contact with these metals or their compounds.
Heat Treatment — This alloy is commonly specified in either the annealed condition or in the fully heat-treated condition. Annealing requires 1 hour at 1300°F followed by furnace cooling if maximum ductility is required.
The specified fully heat-treated, or solution-treated and aged condition for sheet is as follows: Solution treat at 1700°F for 5 to 25 minutes, quench in water. Age at 975°F for 4 to 6 hours, air cool.
For bars and forgings: Solution treat at 1700°F for 1 hour, quench in water. Age at 1000°F for 3 hours, air cool.
Specifications and Properties — Some material specifications for Ti-6Al-4V are shown in Table 5.4.1.0(a). Room-temperature mechanical properties for Ti-6Al-4V are shown in Tables 5.4.1.0(b) through (g). The effect of temperature on physical properties is shown in Figure 5.4.1.0.
| Specification | Form |
|---|---|
| AMS-T-9046 | Sheet, strip, and plate |
| MIL-T-9047a | Bar |
| AMS 4934 | Extrusion |
| AMS 4935 | Extrusion |
| AMS 4965 | Bar |
| AMS 4928 | Bar and die forging |
| AMS 4911 | Sheet, strip, and plate |
| AMS 4920 | Die forging |
| AMS 4962 | Investment casting |
| a Inactive for new design | |
Elevated temperature curves for annealed Ti-6Al-4V are shown in Figures 5.4.1.1.1 through 5.4.1.1.5. Typical stress-strain curves at several temperatures are shown in Figures 5.4.1.1.6(a) through (c). Typical full-range stress-strain curves at room temperature are shown in Figure 5.4.1.1.6(d). Unnotched and notched fatigue data are shown in Figures 5.4.1.1.8(a) through (g). Fatigue crack-propagation data for plate are shown in Figure 5.4.1.1.9.
| Specification | AMS 4911 and AMS-T-9046a, Comp. AB-1 | AMS-T-9046a, Comp. AB-1 | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form | Sheet | Plate | Sheet, strip, and plate | |||||||
| Condition | Annealed | Solution treated and aged | ||||||||
| Thickness, in. | ≤0.1875 | 0.1875- 2.000 | 2.001-4.000 | ≤0.1875 | 0.1875- 0.750 | 0.751- 1.000 | 1.001- 2.000 | |||
| Basis | A | B | A | B | A | B | S | S | S | S |
| Mechanical Properties: | ||||||||||
| Ftu, ksi: | ||||||||||
| L | 134 | 139 | 130b | 135 | 130c | 137 | 160 | 160 | 150 | 145 |
| LT | 134 | 139 | 130b | 138 | 130c | 137 | 160 | 160 | 150 | 145 |
| Fty, ksi: | ||||||||||
| L | 126 | 131 | 120 | 125 | 118 | 123 | 145 | 145 | 140 | 135 |
| LT | 126 | 131 | 120b | 131 | 118 | 129 | 145 | 145 | 140 | 135 |
| Fcy, ksi: | ||||||||||
| L | 133 | 138 | 124 | 129 | 122 | 127 | 154 | 150 | 145 | ··· |
| LT | 135 | 141 | 130 | 142 | 128 | 140 | 162 | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fsu, ksi | 87 | 90 | 79 | 84 | 79 | 84 | 100 | 93 | 87 | ··· |
| Fbru, ksi: | ||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | 213d | 221d | 206d | 214d | 206d | 217d | 236 | 248 | 233 | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | 272d | 283d | 260d | 276d | 260d | 274d | 286 | 308 | 289 | ··· |
| Fbry, ksi: | ||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | 171c | 178d | 164d | 179d | 161d | 176d | 210 | 210 | 203 | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | 208d | 217d | 194d | 212d | 191d | 209d | 232 | 243 | 235 | ··· |
| e, percent (S-basis): | ||||||||||
| L | 8e | ··· | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· | 5f | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| LT | 8e | ··· | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· | 5f | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.0 | |||||||||
| Ec, 103 ksi | 16.4 | |||||||||
| G, 103 ksi | 6.2 | |||||||||
| μ | 0.31 | |||||||||
| Physical Properties: | ||||||||||
| ω, lb/in.3 | 0.160 | |||||||||
| C, K, and α | See Figure 4.5.1.0 | |||||||||
| a MIL-T-9046 was canceled and superceded by AMS-T-9046 | ||||||||||
| b The rounded T99 values are higher than specification values as follows: Ftu(L) = 131 ksi, Ftu(LT) = 132 ksi, and Fty(LT) = 123 ksi. | ||||||||||
| c The rounded T99 values are higher than specification values as follows: Ftu(L) = 133 ksi and Ftu(LT) = 133 ksi. | ||||||||||
| d Bearing values are “dry pin” values per Section 1.4.7.1. | ||||||||||
| e 8%—0.025 to 0.062 in. and 10%—0.063 in. and above. | ||||||||||
| f 5%—0.050 in. and above; 4%—0.033 to 0.049 in. and 3%—0.032 in. and below. | ||||||||||
Table 5.4.1.0(c1). Design Mechanical and Physical Properties of Ti-6Al-4V Bar. Not digitized in this pass.
| Specification | MIL-T-9047a | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form | Bar | ||||||||||||
| Condition | Annealed | ||||||||||||
| Cross-sectional area, in.2 | ≤48 | ||||||||||||
| Thickness or diameter, in. | <0.500 | 0.500-1.000 | 1.001-2.000 | 2.001-3.000 | 3.001-4.000 | 4.001-5.000 | 5.001-6.000 | ||||||
| Basis | S | A | B | A | B | A | B | A | B | A | B | A | B |
| Mechanical Properties: | |||||||||||||
| Ftu, ksi: | |||||||||||||
| L | 130 | 130b | 142 | 130b | 140 | 130b | 138 | 130 | 135 | 128 | 133 | 125 | 131 |
| LT | 130c | 130b | 144 | 130b | 143 | 130b | 142 | 130b | 141 | 130b | 139 | 130b | 138 |
| Fty, ksi: | |||||||||||||
| L | 120 | 120d | 134 | 120d | 131 | 120d | 128 | 120 | 125 | 117 | 122 | 114 | 119 |
| LT | 120c | 120d | 134 | 120d | 132 | 120d | 131 | 120d | 129 | 120 | 127 | 119 | 125 |
| Fcy, ksi: | |||||||||||||
| L | 124 | 124 | 138 | 124 | 135 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| LT | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fsu, ksi | 80 | 80 | 87 | 80 | 86 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fbru, ksi: | |||||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | 194 | 194 | 212 | 194 | 209 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | 244 | 244 | 266 | 244 | 262 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fbry, ksi: | |||||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | 170 | 170 | 190 | 170 | 186 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | 197 | 197 | 220 | 197 | 215 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| e, percent (S basis): | |||||||||||||
| L | 10 | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· |
| LT | 10c | 10c | ··· | 10c | ··· | 10c | ··· | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· |
| ST | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | 8 | ··· | 8 | ··· | 8 | ··· |
| RA, percent (S-basis): | |||||||||||||
| L | 25 | 25 | ··· | 25 | ··· | 25 | ··· | 25 | ··· | 20 | ··· | 20 | ··· |
| LT | 25c | 25c | ··· | 25c | ··· | 25c | ··· | 25 | ··· | 20 | ··· | 20 | ··· |
| ST | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | 15 | ··· | 15 | ··· | 15 | ··· |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.9 | ||||||||||||
| Ec, 103 ksi | 17.2 | ||||||||||||
| G, 103 ksi | 6.5 | ||||||||||||
| μ | 0.31 | ||||||||||||
| Physical Properties: | |||||||||||||
| ω, lb/in.3 | 0.160 | ||||||||||||
| C, K, and α | See Figure 5.4.1.0 | ||||||||||||
| a Inactive for new design. | |||||||||||||
| b S-basis. The rounded T99 values for Ftu are as follows: 0.500-1.000 (L) = 137 ksi and (LT) = 140 ksi, 1.001-2.000 (L) = 134 ksi and (LT) = 139 ksi, 2.001-3.000 (L) = 132 ksi and (LT) = 138 ksi, 3.001-4.000 (LT) = 136 ksi, 4.001-5.000 (LT) = 135 ksi, and 5.001-6.000 (LT) = 134 ksi. | |||||||||||||
| c Applicable, providing LT dimension is ≥ 3.000 inches. | |||||||||||||
| d S-basis. The rounded T99 values for Fty are as follows: 0.500-1.000 (L) and (LT) = 129 ksi, 1.001-2.000 (L) = 126 ksi and (LT) = 127 ksi, 2.001-3.000 (L) = 123 ksi and (LT) = 125 ksi, 3.001-4.000 (LT) = 123 ksi, and 4.001-5.000 (LT) = 121 ksi. | |||||||||||||
| Specification | AMS 4965a and MIL-T-9047b | MIL-T-9047b | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form | Rectangular bar | Round, square, and hexagon bar | ||||||||||||
| Condition | Solution treated and aged | |||||||||||||
| Width, in. | 0.501- 8.000 | 1.001- 4.000 | 4.001- 8.000 | 1.501- 4.000 | 4.001- 8.000 | 2.001- 4.000 | 4.001- 8.000 | 3.001- 8.000 | 4.001- 8.000 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Thickness, in. | ≤0.500 | 0.501-1.000 | 1.001-1.500 | 1.501-2.000 | 2.001- 3.000 | 3.001- 4.000 | ≤0.500 | 0.501- 1.000 | 1.001- 1.500 | 1.501- 2.000 | 2.001- 3.000 | |||
| Basis | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Mechanical Properties: | ||||||||||||||
| Ftu, ksi: | ||||||||||||||
| L | 160 | 155 | 150 | 150 | 145 | 145 | 140 | 135 | 130 | 165 | 160 | 155 | 150 | 140 |
| LT | 160 | 155 | 150 | 150 | 145 | 145 | 140 | 135 | 130 | 165 | 160 | 155 | 150 | 140 |
| Fty, ksi: | ||||||||||||||
| L | 150 | 145 | 140 | 140 | 135 | 135 | 130 | 125 | 120 | 155 | 150 | 145 | 140 | 130 |
| LT | 150 | 145 | 140 | 140 | 135 | 135 | 130 | 125 | 120 | 155 | 150 | 145 | 140 | 130 |
| Fcy, ksi: | ||||||||||||||
| L | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| LT | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fsu, ksi | 92 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fbru, ksi: | ||||||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fbry, ksi: | ||||||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| e, percent: | ||||||||||||||
| L | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| LT | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| RA, percent: | ||||||||||||||
| L | 25 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 15 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| LT | 25 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 15 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.9 | |||||||||||||
| Ec, 103 ksi | 17.2 | |||||||||||||
| G, 103 ksi | 6.2 | |||||||||||||
| μ | 0.31 | |||||||||||||
| Physical Properties: | ||||||||||||||
| ω, lb/in.3 | 0.160 | |||||||||||||
| C, K, and α | See Figure 5.4.1.0 | |||||||||||||
| a For AMS 4965, e and RA values may be different than those shown. | ||||||||||||||
| b Inactive for new design. | ||||||||||||||
| Specification | AMS 4935 | AMS 4934 | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form | Extrusion | |||||||||||
| Condition | Annealed | Solution treated and aged | ||||||||||
| Thickness or diameter, in. | ≤2.000 | 2.001-3.000 | <0.500 | 0.501-0.750 | 0.751-1.000 | 1.001-2.000 | 2.001-3.000 | |||||
| Basis | A | B | A | B | A | B | A | B | A | B | S | S |
| Mechanical Properties: | ||||||||||||
| Ftu, ksi: | ||||||||||||
| L | 130a | 137 | 130b | 135 | 155 | 163 | 151 | 157 | 147 | 153 | 140 | 130 |
| LTc | 130a | 139 | 130b | 139 | 155 | 163 | 151 | 157 | 147 | 155 | 140 | 130 |
| Fty, ksi: | ||||||||||||
| L | 120 | 124 | 118 | 122 | 138 | 147 | 138 | 143 | 133 | 140 | 130 | 120 |
| LTc | 120a | 128 | 120 | 125 | 138 | 147 | 138 | 145 | 133 | 142 | 130 | 120 |
| Fcy, ksi: | ||||||||||||
| L | 128 | 133 | 124 | 128 | 147 | 157 | 147 | 153 | 142 | 150 | 139 | 128 |
| LTc | 129 | 138 | ··· | ··· | 147 | 157 | 147 | 155 | 139 | 152 | 139 | 128 |
| Fsu, ksi | 83 | 89 | ··· | ··· | 94 | 99 | 92 | 96 | 89 | 93 | 85 | 79 |
| Fbrud, ksi: | ||||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | 214 | 226 | ··· | ··· | 243 | 256 | 237 | 246 | 231 | 240 | 220 | 204 |
| (e/D = 2.0) | 264 | 278 | ··· | ··· | 311 | 327 | 303 | 315 | 295 | 307 | 281 | 261 |
| Fbryd, ksi: | ||||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | 180 | 186 | ··· | ··· | 208 | 222 | 208 | 216 | 201 | 212 | 196 | 182 |
| (e/D = 2.0) | 210 | 217 | ··· | ··· | 242 | 257 | 242 | 250 | 233 | 245 | 228 | 210 |
| e, percent (S-basis): | ||||||||||||
| L | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· | 6 | ··· | 6 | ··· | 6 | ··· | 6 | 6 |
| LTc | 8 | ··· | 8 | ··· | 6 | ··· | 6 | ··· | 6 | ··· | 6 | 6 |
| RA, percent (S-basis): | ||||||||||||
| L | 20 | ··· | 20 | ··· | 12 | ··· | 12 | ··· | 12 | ··· | 12 | 12 |
| LTc | 15 | ··· | 15 | ··· | 12 | ··· | 12 | ··· | 12 | ··· | 12 | 12 |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.9 | |||||||||||
| Ec, 103 ksi | 17.2 | |||||||||||
| G, 103 ksi | 6.5 | |||||||||||
| μ | 0.31 | |||||||||||
| Physical Properties: | ||||||||||||
| ω, lb/in.3 | 0.160 | |||||||||||
| C, K, and α | See Figure 5.4.1.0 | |||||||||||
| a S-basis. The rounded T99 values are higher than specification values as follows: Ftu (L) and (LT) = 132 ksi and Fty (LT) = 121 ksi. | ||||||||||||
| b S-basis. The rounded T99 values are higher than specification values as follows: Ftu (L) = 132 ksi and Ftu (LT) = 136 ksi. | ||||||||||||
| c Applicable, providing LT dimension is ≥2.500 inches. | ||||||||||||
| d Bearing values are “dry pin” values per Section 1.4.7.1. | ||||||||||||
| Specification | AMS 4928 | AMS 4920 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form | Die forging | ||||
| Condition | Alpha-beta processed, annealed | Alpha-beta or beta processed, annealed | |||
| Thickness, in. | ≤2.000 | 2.001-4.000 | 4.001-6.000 | ≤2.000 | 2.001-6.000 |
| Basis | S | S | S | S | S |
| Mechanical Properties: | |||||
| Ftu, ksi: | |||||
| L | 135 | 130 | 130 | 130 | 130 |
| LT | 135a | 130a | 130 | 130a | 130a |
| ST | ··· | 130a | 130 | ··· | 130a |
| Fty, ksi: | |||||
| L | 125 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| LT | 125a | 120a | 120 | 120a | 120a |
| ST | ··· | 120a | 120 | ··· | 120a |
| Fcy, ksi: | |||||
| L | ··· | 123 | 123 | ··· | 123 |
| LT | ··· | 128 | 128 | ··· | 128 |
| ST | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fsu, ksi | ··· | 79 | 79 | ··· | 79 |
| Fbru, ksi: | |||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | 203 | 203 | ··· | 203 |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | 257 | 257 | ··· | 257 |
| Fbry, ksi: | |||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | 171 | 171 | ··· | 171 |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | 201 | 201 | ··· | 201 |
| e, percent: | |||||
| L | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 8 |
| LT | 10a | 10a | 10 | 8a | 8a |
| ST | ··· | 10a | 8 | ··· | 8a |
| RA, percent: | |||||
| L | 25 | 25 | 20 | 15 | 15 |
| LT | 20a | 20a | 20 | 15a | 15a |
| ST | ··· | 15a | 15 | ··· | 15a |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.9 | ||||
| Ec, 103 ksi | 17.2 | ||||
| G, 103 ksi | 6.5 | ||||
| μ | 0.31 | ||||
| Physical Properties: | |||||
| ω, lb/in.3 | 0.160 | ||||
| C, K, and α | See Figure 5.4.1.0 | ||||
| a Applicable providing LT or ST dimension is ≥2.500 inches. | |||||
| Specification | AMS 4962 | |
|---|---|---|
| Form | HIP Casting | |
| Temper | Annealed | |
| Thickness, in. | ≤1.000 | |
| Location within casting | Designated area | |
| Basis | A | B |
| Mechanical Properties: | ||
| Ftu, ksi | 125a | 128 |
| Fty, ksi | 119 | 122 |
| Fcy, ksi | ··· | ··· |
| Fsu, ksi | ··· | ··· |
| Fbru, ksi: | ||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· |
| Fbry, ksi: | ||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· |
| e, percent (S-basis) | 5 | ··· |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.9 | |
| Ec, 103 ksi | 16.9 | |
| G, 103 ksi | ··· | |
| μ | ··· | |
| Physical Properties: | ||
| ω, lb/in.3 | ··· | |
| C, Btu/(lb)(°F) | ··· | |
| K, Btu/[(hr)(ft2)(°F)/ft] | ··· | |
| α, 10−6 in./in./°F | ··· | |
| a S-basis. The rounded T99 value is 126 ksi. | ||
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Figure 5.4.1.0. Effect of temperature on the physical properties of Ti-6Al-4V alloy (wrought products).
Figure 5.4.1.1.1. Effect of temperature on the tensile ultimate strength (Ftu) and the tensile yield strength (Fty) of annealed Ti-6Al-4V alloy (all wrought products).
Figure 5.4.1.1.2. Effect of temperature on the compressive yield strength (Fcy) and the shear ultimate strength (Fsu) of annealed Ti-6Al-4V alloy (all wrought products).
Figure 5.4.1.1.3. Effect of temperature on the bearing ultimate strength (Fbru) and the bearing yield strength (Fbry) of annealed Ti-6Al-4V alloy (all wrought products).
Figure 5.4.1.1.4. Effect of temperature on the tensile and compressive moduli (E and Ec) of annealed Ti-6Al-4V alloy sheet and bar.
Figure 5.4.1.1.5. Effect of temperature on the elongation of annealed Ti-6Al-4V alloy sheet and bar.
Figure 5.4.1.1.6(a). Typical tensile stress-strain curves at cryogenic, room, and elevated temperatures for annealed Ti-6Al-4V alloy extrusion.
Figure 5.4.1.1.6(b). Typical compressive stress-strain curves at room and elevated temperatures for annealed Ti-6Al-4V alloy extrusion.
Figure 5.4.1.1.6(c). Typical compressive tangent-modulus curves at room and elevated temperatures for annealed Ti-6Al-4V alloy extrusion.
Figure 5.4.1.1.6(d). Typical tensile stress-strain curves (full range) for annealed Ti-6Al-4V sheet at room temperature.
Figure 5.4.1.1.8(a). Best-fit S/N curves for unnotched Ti-6Al-4V annealed bar, longitudinal direction.
| Correlative Information for Figure 5.4.1.1.8(a) | |
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Product Form: Bar, 1.25 inch diameter Properties: TUS 137 ksi, TYS 129 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Unnotched Surface Conditions: Reference: 5.4.1.1.8(a) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: Not specified Equivalent Strain Equation: Sample Size: 134 |
Figure 5.4.1.1.8(b). Best-fit S/N curves for notched, Kt = 2.43, Ti-6Al-4V annealed bar, longitudinal direction.
| Correlative Information for Figure 5.4.1.1.8(b) | |
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Product Form: Bar, 1 inch diameter Properties: TUS 150 ksi, TYS 143 ksi, RT Specimen Details: 60° V-notch Surface Condition: RMS 100 machined Reference: 5.4.1.1.8(a) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: Not specified Equivalent Strain Equation: Sample Size: 46 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.1.8(c). Best-fit S/N curves for unnotched annealed Ti-6Al-4V extrusion at room temperature, longitudinal direction.
| Correlative Information for Figure 5.4.1.1.8(c) | |
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Product Form: Extrusion, 0.300 and 0.560 inch thick Properties: TUS 143 ksi, TYS 127 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Unnotched Surface Conditions: RMS 63 Reference: 5.4.1.1.8(b) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: Not specified Equivalent Strain Equation: Sample Size: 30 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.1.8(d). Best-fit S/N curves for notched, Kt = 2.8, annealed Ti-6Al-4V extrusion at room temperature, longitudinal direction.
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Product Form: Extrusion, 0.300 and 0.560 inch thick Properties: TUS 143 ksi, TYS 127 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Notched, hole type, Kt = 2.8 Surface Conditions: RMS 63 Reference: 5.4.1.1.8(b) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: Not specified Equivalent Strain Equation: Sample Size: 40 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.1.8(e). Best-fit S/N curves for notched, Kt = 2.8, annealed Ti-6Al-4V extrusion at 400 and 600°F, longitudinal direction.
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Product Form: Extrusion, 0.300 and 0.560 inch thick Properties: TUS 112 ksi, TYS 92 ksi, 400°F Specimen Details: Notched, hole type, Kt = 2.8 Surface Conditions: RMS 63 Reference: 5.4.1.1.8(b) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: Not specified Equivalent Strain Equation: Sample Size: 47 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.1.8(f). Best-fit S/N curves for unnotched Ti-6Al-4V annealed sheet, long transverse direction.
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Product Form: Sheet, 0.063, 0.070, 0.078 inch thick Properties: TUS 147–152 ksi, TYS 136–143 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Unnotched, 0.375 inch width Surface Conditions: Machined to 32 RMS, lightly polished with 400 grit emery paper Reference: 5.4.1.1.8(c) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: 3 Equivalent Strain Equation: Sample Size: 47 [Caution: The equivalent strain model may provide unrealistic life predictions for strain ratios and ranges beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.1.8(g). Best-fit S/N curves for notched, Kt = 3.0, Ti-6Al-4V annealed sheet, longitudinal and long transverse direction.
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Product Form: Sheet, 0.063, 0.070, 0.078 inch thick Properties: TUS 145–152 ksi, TYS 136–146 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Notched, Kt = 3.0 Surface Conditions: Machined to 32 RMS, lightly polished with 400 grit emery paper Reference: 5.4.1.1.8(c) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: 3 Equivalent Strain Equation: Sample Size: 141 [Caution: The equivalent strain model may provide unrealistic life predictions for strain ratios and ranges beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.1.9. Fatigue-crack-propagation data for 0.250-inch-thick Ti-6Al-4V mill-annealed titanium alloy plate with buckling restraint. Specimen Thickness: 0.250 inch; Specimen Width: 9.6, 16, 32 inches; Specimen Type: M(T); Environment: 50% R.H.; Temperature: RT; Orientation: L-T. [Reference 5.4.1.1.9]
Elevated temperature curves for solution-treated and aged alloy are shown in Figures 5.4.1.2.1 through 5.4.1.2.4. Typical tensile and compressive stress-strain and tangent-modulus curves are shown in Figures 5.4.1.2.6(a) through (g). Typical full-range stress-strain curves at several temperatures up to 1000°F are shown in Figure 5.4.1.2.6(h). A nomograph of typical creep properties of solution-treated and aged sheet for the temperature range 600°F through 800°F is shown in Figure 5.4.1.2.7. Fatigue data at room and elevated temperatures are shown in Figures 5.4.1.2.8(a) through (i).
Figure 5.4.1.2.1. Effect of temperature on the tensile ultimate strength (Ftu) and the tensile yield strength (Fty) of solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy (all products).
Figure 5.4.1.2.2. Effect of temperature on the compressive yield strength (Fcy) and the shear ultimate strength (Fsu) of solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy (all products).
Figure 5.4.1.2.3. Effect of temperature on the bearing ultimate strength (Fbru) and the bearing yield strength (Fbry) of solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy (all products).
Figure 5.4.1.2.4. Effect of temperature on the tensile and compressive moduli (E and Ec) of solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy.
Figure 5.4.1.2.6(a). Typical tensile stress-strain curves for solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy sheet at room and elevated temperatures.
Figure 5.4.1.2.6(b). Typical compressive stress-strain curves for solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy sheet at room and elevated temperatures.
Figure 5.4.1.2.6(c). Typical compressive tangent-modulus curves for solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy sheet.
Figure 5.4.1.2.6(d). Typical compressive stress-strain curves for solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy sheet, long transverse direction.
Figure 5.4.1.2.6(e). Typical compressive tangent-modulus curves for solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy sheet, long transverse direction.
Figure 5.4.1.2.6(f). Typical tensile stress-strain curves for solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy plate at room and elevated temperatures.
Compressive Stress-Strain
Compressive Tangent Modulus
Figure 5.4.1.2.6(g). Typical compressive stress-strain and tangent-modulus curves for solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy plate.
Figure 5.4.1.2.6(h). Typical tensile stress-strain curves (full range) for solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy at room and elevated temperatures.
Figure 5.4.1.2.7. Typical creep properties of solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V alloy sheet for temperature range 600°F through 800°F.
Figure 5.4.1.2.8(a). Best-fit S/N curves for unnotched solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V sheet at room temperature, longitudinal direction.
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Product Forms: Sheet, 0.063 inch and 0.125 inch thick Properties: TUS 166–177 ksi, TYS 153–167 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Unnotched Surface Conditions: References: 5.4.1.2.8(a) and (b) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: 4 Equivalent Strain Equation: Sample Size: 99 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.2.8(b). Best-fit S/N curves for notched, Kt = 2.8, solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V sheet at room temperature, longitudinal direction.
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Product Forms: Sheet, 0.063 inch and 0.125 inch thick Properties: TUS 166–177 ksi, TYS 153–167 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Notched, hole type, Kt = 2.8 Surface Conditions: Machined specimens were cleaned with methyl ethyl ketone. Edges polished with number 1 and 00 grit emery paper and recleaned with methyl ethyl ketone. Reference: 5.4.1.2.8(b) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: 3 Equivalent Strain Equation: Sample Size: 87 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.2.8(c). Best-fit S/N curves for unnotched solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V sheet at 400°F and 600°F, longitudinal direction.
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Product Forms: Sheet, 0.063 inch and 0.125 inch thick Properties: TUS 142–143 ksi, TYS 117–121 ksi, 400°F Specimen Details: Unnotched Surface Conditions: References: 5.4.1.2.8(a) and (b) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: 4 Equivalent Strain Equation: Sample Size: 163 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.2.8(d). Best-fit S/N curves for notched, Kt = 2.8, solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V sheet at 400°F and 600°F, longitudinal direction.
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Product Forms: Sheet, 0.063 inch and 0.125 inch thick Properties: TUS 142–143 ksi, TYS 117–121 ksi, 400°F Specimen Details: Notched, hole type, Kt = 2.8 Surface Conditions: Machined specimens were cleaned with methyl ethyl ketone. Edges polished with number 1 and 00 grit emery paper and recleaned with methyl ethyl ketone. Reference: 5.4.1.2.8(b) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: 3 Equivalent Stress Equation: Sample Size: 175 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.2.8(e). Best-fit S/N curves for unnotched solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V sheet at 800°F and 900°F, longitudinal direction.
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Product Forms: Sheet, 0.063 inch and 0.125 inch thick Properties: TUS 120–125 ksi, TYS 93–96 ksi, 800°F Specimen Details: Unnotched Surface Conditions: Machined specimens were cleaned with methyl ethyl ketone. Edges polished with number 1 and 00 grit emery paper and recleaned with methyl ethyl ketone. References: 5.4.1.2.8(b) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: 3 Equivalent Stress Equation: Sample Size: 154 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.2.8(f). Best-fit S/N curves for notched, Kt = 2.8, solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V sheet at 800°F and 900°F, longitudinal direction.
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Product Forms: Sheet, 0.063 inch and 0.125 inch thick Properties: TUS 120–124 ksi, TYS 93–96 ksi, 800°F Specimen Details: Notched, hole type, Kt = 2.8 Surface Conditions: Machined specimens were cleaned with methyl ethyl ketone. Edges polished with number 1 and 00 grit emery paper and recleaned with methyl ethyl ketone. Reference: 5.4.1.2.8(b) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: 3 Equivalent Stress Equation: Sample Size: 173 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.2.8(g). Best-fit S/N curves for unnotched solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V plate at room temperature, longitudinal direction.
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Product Form: Plate, 1.00 inch Properties: TUS 158 ksi, TYS 149 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Unnotched, rounded Surface Condition: Longitudinally polished with No. 000 emery paper removing all circumferential marks. References: 5.4.1.2.8(c) and (d) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: 2 Equivalent Stress Equation: Sample Size: 49 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.1.2.8(h). Best-fit S/N curves for unnotched solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V plate at room temperature, long transverse direction.
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Product Form: Plate, 0.50 inch thick Properties: TUS 173 ksi, TYS 164 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Unnotched, flat hourglass Surface Conditions: Machined to 63 RMS Reference: 5.4.1.2.8(d) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: 1 Maximum Stress Equation: Sample Size: 14 |
Figure 5.4.1.2.8(i). Best-fit S/N curves for notched, Kt = 3.0, solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-4V plate at room temperature, longitudinal direction.
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Product Form: Plate, 1.025 and 0.750 inch thick Properties: TUS 155 ksi, TYS 145 ksi, RT (unnotched) Specimen Details: Circumferentially notched, Kt = 3.0 Surface Condition: References: 5.4.1.2.8(c) and (e) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lots: 2 Equivalent Stress Equation: Sample Size: 31 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn alloy is similar to Ti-6Al-4V alloy in many respects but has higher strength and deeper hardenability (i.e., use of thicker sections possible). A variety of mill product forms are available including billet, bar, plate, sheet, strip, and extrusions and these may be used in either the annealed or the solution-treated and aged (STA) conditions. The maximum strength is developed in the STA condition in sections up to about 2 inches in thickness.
Manufacturing Considerations — To ensure optimum mechanical properties in Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn forgings, at least 50 percent reduction should be done at temperatures below the beta transus temperature (i.e., <1735°F). The Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn is readily formable in the annealed condition. In the sheet or plate forms the alloy is generally used in the annealed condition, although the alloy is capable of heat treatment to higher strength levels with some loss of toughness. When the Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn sheet and plate are hot formed at any temperature over 1000°F and air cooled, the material should be stabilized by reheating to 1000°F followed by air cooling. Welding is not usually recommended although limited weld joining operations are possible if the assembly is amenable to post-weld thermal treatments for the restoration of ductility to the weld and heat-affected zones.
Environmental Considerations — While the short-time elevated-temperature properties and stability of Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn alloy are good, creep strength above 650°F and long-term stability at temperatures above 800°F are not. The material ages during prolonged exposures around 800°F and above, particularly when under stress. Oxidation resistance of Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn is satisfactory in short-term exposures to 1000°F. The material is nearly equivalent to the Ti-6Al-4V alloy in terms of hot-salt and aqueous chloride solution stress-corrosion resistance. Under certain conditions, titanium, when in contact with cadmium, silver, mercury, or certain of their compounds, may become embrittled. Refer to MIL-S-5002 and MIL-STD-1568 for restrictions concerning applications with titanium in contact with these metals or their compounds.
Heat Treatment — This alloy is commonly specified in either the annealed condition or the solution-treated and aged condition. The solution-treated and aged condition is as follows: Solution treat at 1625°F for ½ to 1 hour, quench in water. Age at 1000±25°F for 4 to 8 hours, air cool.
Specifications and Properties — Material specifications for Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn are shown in Table 5.4.2.0(a). Room-temperature mechanical properties are shown in Tables 5.4.2.0(b) through (e). The effect of temperature on physical properties is shown in Figure 5.4.2.0.
| Specification | Form |
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| AMS-T-9046 | Sheet, strip, and plate |
| AMS 4979 | Bar and forging |
| MIL-T-81556, AMS-T-81556 | Extruded bar and shapes |
| AMS 4971 | Bar and forging |
| AMS 4978 | Bar and forging |
| AMS 4918 | Sheet, strip, and plate |
Elevated temperature curves for annealed condition are shown in Figures 5.4.2.1.1(a) through 5.4.2.1.3(b). Typical stress-strain and tangent-modulus curves for this condition are shown in Figures 5.4.2.1.6(a) and (b). A typical full range tensile stress-strain curve is shown in Figure 5.4.2.1.6(c). Unnotched and notched fatigue data are presented in Figures 5.4.2.1.8(a) and (b).
| Specification | AMS-T-9046, Comp. AB-3, and AMS 4918 | AMS-T-9046, Comp. AB-3 | |||||||||
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| Form | Sheet, strip, and plate | ||||||||||
| Condition | Annealed | Solution treated and aged | |||||||||
| Thickness, in. | <0.1875 | 0.1875- 0.500 | 0.501- 1.000 | 1.001- 1.500 | 1.501- 2.000 | 2.001- 4.000 | ≤0.1875 | 0.1875- 1.500 | 1.501- 2.500 | 2.501- 4.000 | |
| Basis | A | B | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Mechanical Properties: | |||||||||||
| Ftu, ksi: | |||||||||||
| L | 155 | 160 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 145 | 170 | 170 | 160 | 150 |
| LT | 155 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | 145 | 170 | 170 | 160 | 150 |
| Fty, ksi: | |||||||||||
| L | 145a | 152 | 140 | 140 | 140 | 140 | 135 | 160 | 160 | 150 | 140 |
| LT | 145a | 154 | 140 | 140 | 140 | 140 | 135 | 160 | 160 | 150 | 140 |
| Fcy, ksi: | |||||||||||
| L | ··· | ··· | 139 | 142 | 146 | 148 | ··· | ··· | 170 | ··· | ··· |
| LT | ··· | ··· | 151 | 147 | 141 | 136 | ··· | ··· | 170 | ··· | ··· |
| Fsu, ksi | ··· | ··· | 91 | 93 | 95 | 95 | ··· | ··· | 101 | ··· | ··· |
| Fbru, ksi: | |||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· | 236 | 241 | 247 | 250 | ··· | ··· | 264 | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· | 294 | 303 | 312 | 317 | ··· | ··· | 324 | ··· | ··· |
| Fbry, ksi: | |||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· | 193 | 196 | 199 | 202 | ··· | ··· | 237 | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· | 215 | 223 | 234 | 240 | ··· | ··· | 266 | ··· | ··· |
| e, percent (S-basis): | |||||||||||
| L | 10b | ··· | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| LT | 8b | ··· | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 6 | 6 |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.0 | ||||||||||
| Ec, 103 ksi | 16.4 | ||||||||||
| G, 103 ksi | 6.2 | ||||||||||
| μ | 0.31 | ||||||||||
| Physical Properties: | |||||||||||
| ω, lb/in.3 | 0.164 | ||||||||||
| C, K, and α | See Figure 5.4.2.0 | ||||||||||
| a The rounded T99 values are higher than specification values as follows: Fty (L) = 147 ksi, Fty (LT) = 149 ksi. | |||||||||||
| b Longitudinal <0.025 in. = 8 percent. Long transverse < 0.025 in. = 6 percent. | |||||||||||
| Specification | AMS 4978 | AMS 4971 and AMS 4979 | ||||||||
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| Form | Bar | Bar and forging | ||||||||
| Condition | Air-cool annealeda | Solution treated and aged | ||||||||
| Thickness or diameter, in. | ≤1.500 | 1.501- 3.000 | 3.001- 4.000 | ≤1.000 | 1.001- 2.000 | 2.001- 3.000 | 3.001- 4.000 | |||
| Basis | A | B | A | B | A | B | S | S | S | S |
| Mechanical Properties: | ||||||||||
| Ftu, ksi: | ||||||||||
| L | 144 | 150 | 139 | 145 | 136 | 142 | 175 | 170 | 155 | 150 |
| LTb | 147 | 152 | 143 | 148 | 140 | 145 | 175 | 170 | 155 | 150 |
| STb | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | 155 | 150 |
| Fty, ksi: | ||||||||||
| L | 131 | 138 | 126 | 132 | 123 | 129 | 160 | 155 | 145 | 140 |
| LTb | 136 | 141 | 131 | 136 | 127 | 132 | 160 | 155 | 145 | 140 |
| STb | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | 145 | 140 |
| Fcy, ksi: | ||||||||||
| L | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| LTb | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| STb | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fsu, ksi | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fbru, ksi: | ||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fbry, ksi: | ||||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| e, percent (S-basis): | ||||||||||
| L | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| LTb | 8 | ··· | 8 | ··· | 8 | ··· | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| STb | ··· | ··· | 8 | ··· | 8 | ··· | ··· | ··· | 6 | 6 |
| RA, percent (S-basis): | ||||||||||
| L | 20 | ··· | 20 | ··· | 15 | ··· | 20 | 20 | 20 | 20 |
| LTb | 15 | ··· | 15 | ··· | 15 | ··· | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| STb | ··· | ··· | 15 | ··· | 15 | ··· | ··· | ··· | 15 | 15 |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.0 | |||||||||
| Ec, 103 ksi | 16.4 | |||||||||
| G, 103 ksi | 6.2 | |||||||||
| μ | 0.31 | |||||||||
| Physical Properties: | ||||||||||
| ω, lb/in.3 | 0.164 | |||||||||
| C, K, and α | See Figure 5.4.2.0 | |||||||||
| a 1300 to 1350°F for 1-3 hours, air cool to room temperature. | ||||||||||
| b Applicable, providing LT or ST dimension is ≥2.500 inches. | ||||||||||
| Specification | AMS 4978 | |
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| Form | Forging | |
| Condition | Annealed | |
| Thickness, or diameter, in. | ≤2.000 | 2.001-4.000 |
| Basis | S | S |
| Mechanical Properties: | ||
| Ftu, ksi: | ||
| L | 150 | 145 |
| LTa | 150 | 145 |
| STa | ··· | 145 |
| Fty, ksi: | ||
| L | 140 | 135 |
| LTa | 140 | 135 |
| STa | ··· | 135 |
| Fcy, ksi: | ||
| L | ··· | ··· |
| LTa | ··· | ··· |
| STa | ··· | ··· |
| Fsu, ksi | ··· | ··· |
| Fbru, ksi: | ||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· |
| Fbry, ksi: | ||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· |
| e, percent: | ||
| L | 10 | 10 |
| LTa | 8 | 8 |
| STa | ··· | 7 |
| RA, percent: | ||
| L | 20 | 20 |
| LTa | 15 | 15 |
| STa | 15 | 15 |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.0 | |
| Ec, 103 ksi | 16.4 | |
| G, 103 ksi | 6.2 | |
| μ | 0.31 | |
| Physical Properties: | ||
| ω, lb/in.3 | 0.164 | |
| C, K, and α | See Figure 5.4.2.0 | |
| a Applicable, providing LT or ST dimension is ≥2.500 inches. | ||
| Specification | MIL-T-81556 & AMS-T-81556, Comp. AB-3 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form | Extruded bar and shapes | |||||||
| Condition | Annealed | Solution treated and aged | ||||||
| Thickness or diameter, in. | ≤2.000 | 2.001- 3.000 | 3.001- 4.000 | 0.188- 0.500 | 0.501- 1.500 | 1.501- 2.500 | 2.501- 4.000 | |
| Basis | A | B | S | S | S | S | S | S |
| Mechanical Properties: | ||||||||
| Ftu, ksi: | ||||||||
| L | 142 | 148 | 145 | 140 | 170 | 165 | 160 | 150 |
| LT | 141 | 148 | 145 | 140 | 170 | 165 | 160 | 150 |
| Fty, ksi: | ||||||||
| L | 129 | 135 | 135 | 130 | 160 | 155 | 150 | 140 |
| LT | 128 | 135 | 135 | 130 | 160 | 155 | 150 | 140 |
| Fcy, ksi: | ||||||||
| L | 137 | 144 | 140 | 135 | 165 | 160 | 155 | 145 |
| LT | 136 | 142 | 140 | 135 | 165 | 160 | 155 | 145 |
| Fsu, ksi | 93 | 97 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fbrua, ksi: | ||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | 218 | 229 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | 268 | 281 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fbrya, ksi: | ||||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | 196 | 203 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | 227 | 235 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| e, percent (S-basis): | ||||||||
| L | 10 | ··· | 10 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| LT | 8 | ··· | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| RA, percent (S-basis): | ||||||||
| L | 20 | ··· | 20 | 20 | 15 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| LT | 15 | ··· | 15 | 15 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.0 | |||||||
| Ec, 103 ksi | 16.4 | |||||||
| G, 103 ksi | 6.2 | |||||||
| μ | 0.31 | |||||||
| Physical Properties: | ||||||||
| ω, lb/in.3 | 0.164 | |||||||
| C, K, and α | See Figure 5.4.2.0 | |||||||
| a Bearing values are “dry pin” values per Section 1.4.7.1. | ||||||||
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Figure 5.4.2.0. Effect of temperature on the physical properties of Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn alloy.
Figure 5.4.2.1.1(a). Effect of temperature on the tensile ultimate strength (Ftu) and the tensile yield strength (Fty) of annealed Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn extrusion.
Figure 5.4.2.1.1(b). Effect of temperature on the tensile ultimate strength (Ftu) and the tensile yield strength (Fty) of annealed Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn plate.
Figure 5.4.2.1.2(a). Effect of temperature on the compressive yield strength (Fcy) and the shear ultimate strength (Fsu) of annealed Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn extrusion.
Figure 5.4.2.1.2(b). Effect of temperature on the compressive yield strength (Fcy) and the shear ultimate strength (Fsu) of annealed Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn plate.
Figure 5.4.2.1.3(a). Effect of temperature on the bearing ultimate strength (Fbru) and the bearing yield strength (Fbry) of annealed Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn extrusion.
Figure 5.4.2.1.3(b). Effect of temperature on the bearing ultimate strength (Fbru) and the bearing yield strength (Fbry) of annealed Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn plate.
Compressive Tangent Modulus
Figure 5.4.2.1.6(a). Typical compressive stress-strain and tangent-modulus curves at room temperature for annealed Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn extrusion.
Figure 5.4.2.1.6(b). Typical tensile stress-strain curve at room temperature for annealed Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn extrusion.
Figure 5.4.2.1.6(c). Typical tensile stress-strain curve (full range) for annealed Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn sheet at room temperature.
Figure 5.4.2.1.8(a). Best-fit S/N curves for annealed Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn plate and die forging, Kt = 1.0, longitudinal direction.
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Product Form: Plate, 1.57 inch thick; die forging, thickness not specified Properties: TUS 154.5 ksi, TYS 148.5 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Unnotched Surface Condition: RMS 32 References: 5.4.1.2.8(c) and 5.4.2.1.8 |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lot: 3 Equivalent Stress Equation: Sample Size: 38 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.2.1.8(b). Best-fit S/N curves for annealed Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn plate, Kt = 3.0, longitudinal direction.
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Product Form: Plate, 1.57 inch thick Properties: TUS 154.6 ksi, TYS 148.5 ksi, RT Specimen Details: V-Groove, Kt = 3.0 Surface Condition: RMS 32 References: 5.4.1.2.8(c) |
Test Parameters: No. of Heats/Lot: 1 Equivalent Stress Equation: Sample Size: 32 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Elevated temperature curves are shown in Figures 5.4.2.2.1 and 5.4.2.2.2.
Figure 5.4.2.2.1. Effect of temperature on the tensile ultimate strength (Ftu) and the tensile yield strength (Fty) of solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn plate.
Figure 5.4.2.2.2. Effect of temperature on compressive yield strength (Fcy) of solution-treated and aged Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn plate.
Ti-4.5Al-3V-2Fe-2Mo alloy is a beta rich alpha-beta titanium composition developed for improved hot formability and fatigue resistance. The alloy consists of fine microstructure and has excellent superplastic formability at temperatures below 1475°F. This alloy also shows significantly improved cold formability over Ti-6Al-4V. Although this alloy was originally developed for flat product applications in the annealed condition, it has expanded into other areas such as billets, bars, and forgings. This alloy has been reported to possess significantly better hardenability than Ti-6Al-4V.
Manufacturing Considerations — Superplastic forming of Ti-4.5Al-3V-2Fe-2Mo at temperatures between 1380°F–1425°F is recommended. At these forming temperatures the formation of alpha case is not observed and the thickness of oxygen enriched layer is generally less than 0.001 inch. Diffusion bonding at 1425°F is possible but slightly higher temperatures than the superplastic forming temperature, e.g., 1470°F, are recommended to ensure perfect bonding. Ti-4.5Al-3V-2Fe-2Mo is weldable by standard titanium welding techniques. This alloy shows an increase in hardness in the welded zone but with limited ductility loss. Stress relief annealing after welding is recommended.
Environmental Considerations — Ti-4.5Al-3V-2Fe-2Mo exhibits significantly improved resistance to aqueous chloride solution stress-corrosion cracking over Ti-6Al-4V. The alloy is nearly equivalent to Ti-6Al-4V hot-salt stress corrosion cracking.
Heat Treatment — This alloy is commonly specified in the annealed condition, but is also used in the solution-treated and aged condition. Annealing: 1325°F for a time commensurate with product thickness. Annealing requires 1 hour at 1475°F followed by furnace cooling if maximum ductility is required. The solution treated and aged conditions commonly employed are as follows: Solution treat at 1500–1580°F for ½–1 hour followed by air cooling. Age at 900–1060°F followed by air cooling.
Specifications and Properties — Some material specifications for Ti-4.5Al-3V-2Fe-2Mo are shown in Table 5.4.3.0(a). Room temperature mechanical properties and physical properties are shown in Table 5.4.3.0(b) through (d).
| Specification | Form |
|---|---|
| AMS 4899 | Sheet, Strip, and Plate |
| AMS 4964 | Bars, Wire, Forgings, and Rings |
Typical tensile stress-strain and full-range stress-strain curves are shown in Figures 5.4.3.1.6(a) and (b). Compressive stress-strain and tangent modulus curves are shown in Figure 5.4.3.1.6(c). Unnotched and notched fatigue data as well as fatigue crack propagation data are presented in Figures 5.4.3.1.8(a), (b) and 5.4.3.1.9.
| Specification | AMS 4899 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form | Sheet | |||
| Condition | Annealed | |||
| Thickness, in. | 0.025 to 0.063, exclusive | 0.063 to 0.187, exclusive | ||
| Basis | A | B | A | B |
| Mechanical Properties: | ||||
| Ftu, ksi: | ||||
| L | 134a | 145 | 134b | 144 |
| LT | 134a | 147 | 134b | 144 |
| Fty, ksi: | ||||
| L | 126a | 134 | 126b | 132 |
| LT | 126a | 137 | 126b | 134 |
| Fcy, ksi: | ||||
| L | 128 | 136 | 130 | 139 |
| LT | 131 | 143 | 132 | 141 |
| Fsuc, ksi: | ||||
| LT | 90 | 99 | 91 | 98 |
| Fbrud, ksi: LT | ||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | 196 | 215 | 207 | 223 |
| (e/D = 2.0) | 258 | 283 | 276 | 296 |
| Fbryd, ksi: LT | ||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | 157 | 171 | 165 | 176 |
| (e/D = 2.0) | 190 | 207 | 198 | 210 |
| e, percent (S-basis): | ||||
| L | 8 | ··· | 10 | ··· |
| LT | 8 | ··· | 10 | ··· |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.0 | |||
| Ec, 103 ksi | 16.2 | |||
| G, 103 ksi | ··· | |||
| μ | ··· | |||
| Physical Properties: | ||||
| ω, lb/in.3 | 0.164 | |||
| C, Btu/(lb)(°F) | 0.12 | |||
| K, Btu/[(hr)(ft2)(°F)/ft] | 4.00 | |||
| α, 10−6 in./in./°F | 5.17 (60-932°F) | |||
| a S-basis. Rounded T99 values for thickness range 0.025 - 0.063 in. are as follows; Ftu (L) and (LT) = 140 ksi, Fty (L) = 129 ksi and Fty (LT) = 131 ksi. | ||||
| b S-basis. Rounded T99 values for thickness range 0.063 - 0.187 in. are as follows; Ftu (L) = 141 ksi, Ftu (LT) = 140 ksi, Fty (L) = 128 ksi and Fty (LT) = 127 ksi. | ||||
| c Determined in accordance with ASTM B769. | ||||
| d Bearing values are “dry pin” values per Section 1.4.7.1. | ||||
| Specification | AMS 4964 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form | Bar | |||||
| Condition | Annealed | |||||
| Thickness, in. | ≤2.000 | 2.001-4.000 | 4.001-6.000 | |||
| Basis | A | B | A | B | A | B |
| Mechanical Properties: | ||||||
| Ftu, ksi: | ||||||
| L | 135 | 139 | 130a | 135 | 130 | 133 |
| LT (S-basis) | 135 | ··· | 130 | ··· | 130 | ··· |
| Fty, ksi: | ||||||
| L | 124 | 128 | 119 | 123 | 119 | 123 |
| LT (S-basis) | 125 | ··· | 120 | ··· | 120 | ··· |
| Fcy, ksi: | ||||||
| L | 124 | 128 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| LT (S-basis) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fsub, ksi | ||||||
| L-R | 81 | 84 | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fbruc, ksi: | ||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| Fbryc, ksi: | ||||||
| (e/D = 1.5) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| (e/D = 2.0) | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· | ··· |
| e, percent (S-basis): | ||||||
| L | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· | 10 | ··· |
| LT | 10d | ··· | 10d | ··· | 10 | ··· |
| Red. in Area, percent (S-basis): | ||||||
| L | 25 | ··· | 20 | ··· | 20 | ··· |
| LT | 20d | ··· | 20d | ··· | 20 | ··· |
| E, 103 ksi | 16.0 | |||||
| Ec, 103 ksi | 16.2 | |||||
| G, 103 ksi | ··· | |||||
| μ | ··· | |||||
| Physical Properties: | ||||||
| ω, lb/in.3 | 0.164 | |||||
| C, Btu/(lb)(°F) | 0.12 | |||||
| K, Btu/[(hr)(ft2)(°F)/ft] | 4.00 | |||||
| α, 10−6 in./in./°F | 5.17 (60-932°F) | |||||
| a Rounded T99 for Ftu = 131 ksi. | ||||||
| b Determined in accordance with ASTM B769. | ||||||
| c Bearing values are “dry pin” values per Section 1.4.7.1. | ||||||
| d Applicable, providing LT dimension is no less than 2.500 inches. | ||||||
Figure 5.4.3.1.6(a). Typical tensile stress-strain curves at room temperature for annealed Ti-4.5Al-3V-2Fe-2Mo alloy sheet.
Compressive Stress-Strain
Compressive Tangent Modulus
Figure 5.4.3.1.6(b). Typical compressive stress-strain and tangent-modulus curves at room temperature for annealed Ti-4.5Al-3V-2Fe-2Mo alloy sheet.
Figure 5.4.3.1.6(c). Typical tensile stress-strain curves (full-range) for annealed Ti-4.5Al-3V-2Fe-2Mo alloy sheet.
Figure 5.4.3.1.8(a). Best-fit S/N curves for unnotched Ti-4.5Al-3V-2Fe-2Mo annealed sheet.
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Product Form: 0.059, 0.118, 0.157 inch thick Properties: TUS 148–149 ksi, TYS 135–138 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Unnotched, 0.252 inch width Surface Conditions: Lightly polished with 400 grit emery paper References: 5.4.3.1.8 |
Test Parameter: No. of Heats: 3 Equivalent Stress Equation: Sample Size: 43 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.3.1.8(b). Best-fit S/N curves for notched, Kt = 2.8, Ti-4.5Al-3V-2Fe-2Mo annealed sheet.
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Product Form: 0.059, 0.118, 0.157 inch thick Properties: TUS 148–149 ksi, TYS 135–138 ksi, RT Specimen Details: Notched, Kt = 2.8 Surface Conditions: HF/HNO3 pickled References: 5.4.3.1.8 |
Test Parameter: No. of Heats: 3 Equivalent Stress Equation: Sample Size: 41 [Caution: The equivalent stress model may provide unrealistic life predictions for stress ratios beyond those represented above.] |
Figure 5.4.3.1.9. Fatigue-crack-propagation data for 1 inch thick Ti-4.5Al-3V-2Fe-2Mo mill annealed titanium alloy plate. Specimen Thickness: 0.25 inch; Specimen Width: 2.0 inches; Specimen Type: C(T); Environment: 50% RH; Temperature: RT; Orientation: L-T.
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