Titanium Alloys - Ti6Al7Nb Properties

Ti6Al7Nb is a dedicated high strength titanium alloy with excellent biocompatibility for surgical implants. Used for replacement hip joints, it has been in clinical use since early 1986.

The composition of Ti6Al7Nb

 

Content

Al

5.5-6.5%

Nb

6.5-7.5%

Ta

<0.50%

Fe

<0.25%

N2

<0.05%

O2

<0.20%

C

<0.08%

H2

<0.009%

Ti

Balance

Mechanical Properties

Property

Typical Value

Tensile Strength MPa (ksi) sheet

1000 (145)

0.2% Proof Stress MPa (ksi)

900 (130)

Elongation over 5D %

12

Reduction in Area %

35

Elastic Modulus GPa (Msi)

105 (15)

 

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