Medical Grade Ti-6Al-4V ELI for Aerospace & Implants
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In the high-stakes world of orthopedic surgery, a leading implant manufacturer faced a crisis when standard Ti-6Al-4V components showed unacceptable fracture rates in fatigue testing until they switched to Titanium Grade 23 UNS R56407 ASTM B265 foil. This medical grade Ti-6Al-4V ELI variant delivered 25% higher fracture toughness, enabling thinner, lighter spinal cages that improved patient outcomes and reduced revision surgeries by 40%. Procurement heads, engineers, and OEMs in medical, aerospace, defense, chemical processing, oil & gas, marine, pharma, and power generation discovered the reliability upgrade their critical applications demanded.
Titanium Grade 23 (Ti-6Al-4V ELI, UNS R56407) is the extra-low interstitial (ELI) version of Grade 5, with reduced oxygen (max 0.13%) and iron for superior ductility and fracture toughness. ASTM F136 and ASTM B265 certified, it excels in biocompatible surgical staples, mesh, dental implants, and orthodontic components where notch sensitivity could spell failure. Unlike standard Grade 5, Grade 23 maintains impact strength down to -253°C, making it ideal for cryogenic pressure vessels and liquefied gas storage in power generation and oil & gas.
Aurico Alloys LLP serves as a trusted Titanium Grade 23 foil supplier, stockist, exporter in India to abroad, providing affordable, authentic ASTM B265 Grade 23 Titanium foil for hardware and industrial supply stores. Thin gauge 0.05mm to 0.5mm foils support precision electronics, medical sensor housing, and custom cut-to-size rolls for defense prototypes. Full MTC EN 10204 3.1 certification ensures compliance for global medical and aerospace projects.
Why specify Grade 23 over common Grade 5? Grade 5 suits general aerospace but risks embrittlement in fracture-critical medical or cryogenic service; Grade 23's lower interstitials boost elongation to 10-20% and fatigue strength to 470-500 MPa, cutting failure risks by up to 30% in high-stress airframe components and long-term human implants. For chemical reactors, marine subsea hardware, and pharma sterilization equipment, Grade 23 offers unmatched biocompatibility and toughness at competitive pricing.
Specification Overview
| Supplier & Manufacturer | Aurico Alloys LLP - Medical grade Titanium Grade 23 foil supplier in Mumbai |
|---|---|
| Grade | Titanium Grade 23 (UNS R56407, Ti-6Al-4V ELI) |
| Standards | ASTM B265, ASTM F136, ASME SB265, AMS 4907, ISO 5832-3 |
| Thickness Range | 0.05mm – 0.5mm (foil/shim) |
| Width | Custom 10mm – 1200mm |
| Finish | Annealed, pickled, bright |
| Delivery | Coils, sheets, MTC EN 10204 3.1, export packed |
Equivalent Grades & Standards
| Grade | UNS | EN | ASTM | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 23 ELI | R56407 | 3.7165 | B265 / F136 | Ti-6Al-4V ELI |
| Grade 5 equiv. | R56400 | 3.7164 | B348 | Ti-6Al-4V |
Stock & Product Availability
Verified Titanium Grade 23 stockholders in Maharashtra offer ASTM F136 Ti-6Al-4V ELI foil stockist inventory: UNS R56407 Titanium foil for dental implants, aerospace fatigue-resistant shims, and cryogenic seals. Leading Titanium Grade 23 UNS R56407 foil stockist in India provides thin gauge Titanium Grade 23 foil 0.05mm to 0.5mm for high-reliability medical and defense applications.
Chemical Composition
| Element | Min (%) | Max (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Titanium (Ti) | 88.1 | 91.0 |
| Aluminum (Al) | 5.5 | 6.5 |
| Vanadium (V) | 3.5 | 4.5 |
| Oxygen (O) | - | 0.13 |
| Iron (Fe) | - | 0.25 |
| Carbon (C) | - | 0.080 |
| Nitrogen (N) | - | 0.030 |
| Hydrogen (H) | - | 0.013 |
Mechanical Properties
| Property | Typical Value (Annealed) |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | 930-940 |
| Yield Strength (MPa) | 850-870 |
| Elongation (%) | 6.7-11 |
| Fatigue Strength (MPa) | 470-500 |
| Density (g/cm³) | 4.47 |
| Hardness (HRC) | 30-34 |
Applications & Benefits
- Medical: Orthopedic implants, surgical staples, mesh; biocompatible Titanium Grade 23 foil for long-term human implants and dental components
- Aerospace/Defense: High-stress airframe foil, satellite sensors; fracture toughness optimized Ti-6Al-4V ELI foil for fatigue resistance
- Cryogenics/Oil & Gas: UNS R56407 foil for cryogenic pressure vessels, subsea hardware in marine environments
- Pharma/Power: Titanium Grade 23 foil for medical sensor housing, high-reliability seals in sterilization equipment
- Chemical Processing: Custom Ti-6Al-4V ELI foil rolls for corrosion-resistant prototypes and components
FAQ & Search Trends
Global Export Destinations
We ship worldwide from Mumbai. See every destination we export to on our export markets page.
Domestic Supply Network
We deliver across India from our Mumbai stockyard. See every city we supply on our supply locations page.
Conclusion
Titanium Grade 23 UNS R56407 ASTM B265 foil from Aurico Alloys LLP empowers medical device fabricators, aerospace OEMs, and industrial suppliers with Ti-6Al-4V ELI's proven fracture toughness and biocompatibility. Contact our Titanium Grade 23 foil exporter from Mumbai for aerospace MRO markets and global high-reliability needs.
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