ASTM B348 Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Alloy Rod

ASTM B348 Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Alloy Rod

Grade: Grade 5 / Ti-6Al-4V
Standard: ASTM B348
Diameter: 5-10 mm
Length: 1000-3000 mm
Shape: Round
Surface: Bright / Machined / Polished
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Product Introduction

 

ASTM B348 Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Alloy Rod is a high-strength titanium alloy round rod supplied for industrial and engineering applications requiring low density, high strength and good corrosion resistance. Also identified as UNS R56400, Grade 5 titanium is one of the most widely used Ti-6Al-4V alloys for demanding applications.
Jude Steel supplies Grade 5 titanium alloy rods with diameters from 5–10 mm and standard lengths from 1000–3000 mm. The rods can be supplied with bright, machined or polished surfaces depending on the application and customer requirements.

The material is available according to ASTM B348 requirements, with chemical composition, mechanical properties and dimensional inspection available for applicable orders. Cut-to-length processing, MTC documentation and third-party inspection can also be arranged for bulk industrial procurement.
 

Titanium Alloy Rod Specifications

 

Parameter Specification
Product Titanium Alloy Rod
Grade Grade 5 / Ti-6Al-4V
UNS R56400
Standard ASTM B348
Diameter 5–10 mm
Length 1000–3000 mm
Shape Round
Manufacturing Cold Drawn / Hot Rolled
Surface Bright / Machined / Polished
Condition Annealed / As Specified
Dimensional Tolerance According to ASTM B348 or customer requirements
Cutting Cut-to-Length Available
Inspection Chemical, Mechanical, Dimensional & Surface Inspection
Certification Mill Test Certificate (MTC) Available

 

Chemical Composition of Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Alloy

 

Element Composition, wt.%
Titanium (Ti) Balance
Aluminum (Al) 5.50–6.75
Vanadium (V) 3.50–4.50
Iron (Fe) ≤ 0.40
Oxygen (O) ≤ 0.20
Carbon (C) ≤ 0.08
Nitrogen (N) ≤ 0.05
Hydrogen (H) ≤ 0.015
Yttrium (Y) ≤ 0.005
Other Elements, each ≤ 0.10
Other Elements, total ≤ 0.30

 

Mechanical Properties of Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Alloy Rod

 

Property Requirement / Typical Value
Tensile Strength ≥895 MPa
Yield Strength (0.2% Offset) ≥825 MPa
Elongation ≥10%
Reduction of Area ≥25%
Hardness Typically 30–36 HRC
Elastic Modulus Approx. 114 GPa

Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy rod combines high tensile strength with a low density of approximately 4.43 g/cm³, providing an excellent strength-to-weight ratio. Mechanical properties may vary with rod diameter, heat treatment and supply condition. Actual test results can be verified through the MTC for each applicable batch.
 

Physical Properties of Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Alloy

 

Property Typical Value
Density 4.43 g/cm³
Melting Range 1604–1660°C
Elastic Modulus 114 GPa
Thermal Conductivity 6.7 W/m·K
Specific Heat Capacity 0.526 J/g·K
Electrical Resistivity Approx. 1.78 μΩ·m
Coefficient of Thermal Expansion Approx. 8.6 × 10⁻⁶ /K
Magnetic Property Non-magnetic

 

Surface Finish


ASTM B348 Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy rods can be supplied with different surface conditions according to the manufacturing process, diameter and application requirements.

Surface Finish Description
Bright Finish Smooth, clean surface suitable for applications requiring a bright appearance
Machined Machined surface with controlled dimensions and improved surface consistency
Polished Smoother surface produced by mechanical polishing
Pickled Surface treated to remove oxide scale and processing residues
As Supplied Standard mill or processed surface according to the agreed specification

 

Manufacturing Process


Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy rods are manufactured through controlled forming and finishing processes according to the required diameter, material condition and applicable specification. 
Typical manufacturing route:

Titanium Alloy Billet

Heating

Forging / Rolling

Heat Treatment

 

Straightening

Machining / Surface Finishing

Cutting

Inspection → Packing

For smaller-diameter rods, cold drawing or additional machining may be used to achieve the required dimensional accuracy and surface condition. Each production route is selected according to the required size, tolerance and final application.

Before shipment, the rods can be checked for chemical composition, mechanical properties, diameter, length, straightness and surface quality according to the agreed inspection requirements.

 

 

Heat Treatment / Supply Condition

 

Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy rods can be supplied in an annealed or other agreed material condition depending on the applicable specification and customer requirements.

Heat treatment is used to control the material's mechanical properties and dimensional stability after forming. The final properties can be affected by the rod diameter, processing route, heat-treatment parameters and cooling conditions.

Supply Condition Description
Annealed Common supply condition for balancing strength and ductility
As Specified Supplied according to the customer's required material condition
Heat Treated Heat treatment controlled according to the applicable specification

 

Grade 5 Titanium Rod vs Grade 2 Titanium Rod

 

Grade 5 and Grade 2 are both commercially important titanium materials, but they are selected for different engineering requirements.

Property Grade 2 Titanium Rod Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Rod
Material Type Commercially Pure Titanium Alpha-Beta Titanium Alloy
Main Alloying Elements Mainly Titanium Aluminum + Vanadium
Strength Moderate High
Density Approx. 4.51 g/cm³ Approx. 4.43 g/cm³
Strength-to-Weight Ratio Good Excellent
Corrosion Resistance Excellent Excellent
Formability Relatively Good More Limited
Machinability Relatively Good Requires controlled machining
Typical Applications Chemical Processing, Marine, Heat Exchangers Aerospace, Machinery, Marine, Engineering Components

 Grade 2 titanium is often selected when corrosion resistance, formability and fabrication are important. Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V is generally selected when higher mechanical strength and a high strength-to-weight ratio are required.
 

Main Application Fields


ASTM B348 Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy rods are used for machined and fabricated components where high strength, low density and corrosion resistance are required. The rod form is particularly suitable for turning, CNC machining, cutting and fabrication into finished engineering parts.

      Aerospace Components: Shafts, pins, brackets and other lightweight structural or machined components.

      Industrial Machinery: High-strength shafts, bushings, pins and machine components.

      Marine Equipment: Corrosion-resistant fasteners, shafts and mechanical components.

      Chemical Equipment: Components exposed to corrosive process environments.

     Fasteners: Bolts, studs, screws and other titanium alloy fastener components.
     
 Machined Components: CNC-turned parts, precision pins, shafts and custom components.
     
 Engineering Parts: Custom mechanical components requiring a high strength-to-weight ratio.
       Oil & Gas Equipment: Selected components used in demanding environments where corrosion resistance and low weight are required.
 

Quality Inspection & MTC

Quality inspection is an important part of Grade 5 titanium rod procurement, particularly for aerospace, machinery, marine and other industrial applications.

Depending on the order requirements, Jude Steel can arrange:

Chemical Composition Testing – Verification of alloying elements against the applicable specification.

Mechanical Testing – Tensile strength, yield strength and elongation testing.

Dimensional Inspection – Diameter, length, straightness and dimensional tolerance checks.

Surface Inspection – Visual inspection and surface condition verification.

PMI Testing – Material identification to verify the supplied alloy.

Mill Test Certificate (MTC) – Material and test documentation for the applicable production batch.

Third-Party Inspection – Independent inspection can be coordinated according to agreed inspection requirements.
 

Packaging & Delivery

Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy rods are packed according to their diameter, length, surface condition and transportation requirements.

Typical export packaging may include:

Protective wrapping to help prevent surface damage

Bundling for convenient handling and loading

Plastic or other protective materials where required

Wooden cases for selected orders

Export-standard packaging

Loading protection to reduce movement and impact during transportation
 

Why Choose JUDE STEEL?

Jude Steel supplies ASTM B348 Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy rods for bulk industrial and engineering applications.

Our supply and processing capabilities include:

ASTM B348 Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V

UNS R56400

Diameter: 5–10 mm

Length: 1000–3000 mm

Cut-to-size service

Custom processing according to requirements

MTC documentation

Chemical and mechanical testing

Dimensional and surface inspection

PMI testing upon request

Third-party inspection coordination

Export packaging

Support for bulk industrial orders

For quotation, customers can provide the required diameter, length, quantity, standard, surface condition, tolerance and inspection requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What is ASTM B348 Grade 5 titanium rod?

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A1: ASTM B348 Grade 5 titanium rod is a Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloy round rod supplied according to the applicable ASTM B348 requirements. It is known for its high strength, low density and good corrosion resistance.

Q2. Is Grade 5 titanium the same as Ti-6Al-4V?

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A2: Grade 5 titanium is commonly designated Ti-6Al-4V and UNS R56400. For procurement, the applicable product standard, material condition and certification should also be confirmed.

Q3: What is the diameter range of your Grade 5 titanium rods?

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A3: Our listed Grade 5 titanium alloy rods are available in diameters from 5–10 mm. Other dimensions may be discussed according to production requirements and order quantity.

Q4. What lengths are available?

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A4: The listed standard length range is 1000–3000 mm. Cut-to-length requirements can be discussed before ordering.

Q5: Can Grade 5 titanium rods be cut to length?

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A5: Yes. Cut-to-length service is available according to the required finished length and dimensional tolerance.

Request a Free Quote

 

Looking for ASTM B348 Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V Titanium Alloy Rod for an industrial project? Jude Steel supplies Grade 5 titanium rods with 5–10 mm diameters and 1000–3000 mm lengths, with cut-to-length processing and inspection services available according to order requirements.

For a quotation, please provide:

Titanium grade and standard

Diameter and length

Required quantity

Surface finish

Dimensional tolerance

Inspection and certification requirements

Delivery destination

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