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 |
|
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) |