Gr5 Gr23 Ti-6Al-4V ELI Titanium Tubes for surgical instruments
Oct 23, 2025
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Products Description
Gr5 and Gr23 are two types of titanium alloys commonly used to make titanium tubes.
grade 5 titanium tubing, also known as 6al 4v titanium tubing, is an alpha-beta titanium alloy that contains 6% aluminum and 4% vanadium. It has excellent corrosion resistance, a high strength-to-weight ratio, and good weldability. Gr5 titanium tubes are commonly used in aerospace, medical, and industrial applications where high strength and corrosion resistance are required.
Gr23 titanium alloy, also known as Ti-6Al-4V ELI, is a medical-grade version of the Gr5 titanium alloy. It has the same chemical composition as Gr5 but with extra low interstitials (ELI) to improve its biocompatibility. Gr23 titanium tubes are commonly used in medical applications such as orthopedic implants, dental implants, and surgical instruments.
Specifications
Material: GR.5 (Ti6%AL4%V), GR23(Ti6%AL4%V ELI)
Standard: ASTM B861
Certificate: ISO9001-2008
Available Size:
OD: 0.039" (1mm) - 4.6"(118mm)
WT:0.0039"(0.1mm) - 1.76"(12mm)
L: 0.39"(10mm) - 236"(6000mm)
Supply Ability: more than 180 Ton per month
Properties of Seamless gr5 Titanium Pipes
|
ASTM Grade |
Alloy |
DIN |
UNS |
|
Grade 5 |
Ti-6Al-4V |
3.7164/5 |
R56400 |
Mechanical properties of gr5 titanium tube
| Grade |
Tensile Strength min |
Yield Strength 0.2% offset |
Elongation min,% |
||
|
Ksi |
Mpa |
Ksi |
Mpa |
% | |
| Gr5 | 130 | 895 | 120 | 828 | 10 |
| Gr23 | 120 | 828 | 110 | 759 | 10 |
Chemical Composition of gr5 titanium tube
|
Element |
N |
C |
H |
Fe |
O |
Al |
V |
Ti |
other |
|
Gr5 |
0.05 |
0.08 |
0.015 |
0.4 |
0.2 |
5.5-6.75 |
3.5-4.5 |
bal |
<0.1 |
| Gr23 | 0.03 | 0.08 | 0.0125 | 0.25 | 0.13 | 5.5-6.5 | 3.5-4.5 | bal | <0.1 |
Application
Both Gr5 and Gr23 titanium tubes have similar properties, but Gr23 has improved biocompatibility due to its ELI properties. They are both used in applications where high strength, low density, and excellent corrosion resistance are required. Some common applications include:
1. Aerospace: grade 5 titanium tubing is used in aerospace applications due to its high strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance. They are used in critical components such as hydraulic systems, fuel lines, and structural parts.
2. Medical: Gr23 titanium tubes are specifically used in medical applications due to their biocompatibility properties. They are used in orthopedic implants, dental implants, and surgical instruments.
3. Sports equipment industry: 6al-4v titanium tubes are used in the production of high-performance sports equipment, such as golf club shafts, bicycle frames, and tennis racquets, due to their high strength and lightweight properties.
4. Oil and gas industry: 6al 4v titanium tubing is used in offshore oil drilling operations, where it can withstand the corrosive effects of seawater and harsh environmental conditions.
Products provided by GNEE
| Product Form | Standard Grades | Standard Specifications (ASTM/ASME) | Common Dimensions | Common States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titanium Pipe & Tube | ||||
| Seamless Pipe | Gr. 1, Gr. 2, Gr. 3, Gr. 7, Gr. 9, Gr. 12, Gr. 16, Gr. 17 | ASTM B861, ASME SB861 | OD: 6 mm - 114 mm (1/4" - 4") Wall Thickness: 0.5 mm - 8.0 mm Length: up to 15 m |
Annealed |
| Welded Tube | Gr. 1, Gr. 2, Gr. 9, Gr. 12 | ASTM B862, ASME SB862 | OD: 3 mm - 100 mm Wall Thickness: 0.3 mm - 3.0 mm Length: up to 15 m |
Annealed, Welded & Cold-Drawn |
| Titanium Bar & Rod | ||||
| Bar (Round, Hex, Square) | Gr. 1, Gr. 2, Gr. 3, Gr. 4, Gr. 5 (Ti-6Al-4V), Gr. 7, Gr. 9, Gr. 12, Gr. 16, Gr. 17, Gr. 23 (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) | ASTM B348, ASME SB348 | Diameter / Width: 5 mm - 300 mm Length: 3 m, 4 m, or cut to length |
Hot Rolled, Cold Drawn, Annealed, Forged |
| Wire & Rod | Gr. 1, Gr. 2, Gr. 4, Gr. 5 | ASTM B348, ASTM F67, ASTM F136 | Diameter: 0.5 mm - 10 mm (Wire) Diameter: 10 mm - 25 mm (Rod) Coil Weight: Custom |
Annealed, Cold Worked |
| Titanium Plate & Sheet | ||||
| Plate | Gr. 1, Gr. 2, Gr. 3, Gr. 4, Gr. 5 (Ti-6Al-4V), Gr. 7, Gr. 9, Gr. 12, Gr. 16, Gr. 17, Gr. 23 (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) | ASTM B265, ASME SB265 | Thickness: 4.76 mm (3/16") - 100 mm Width: 600 mm - 2000 mm Length: up to 6000 mm |
Hot Rolled, Annealed, Mill Annealed |
| Sheet | Gr. 1, Gr. 2, Gr. 3, Gr. 4, Gr. 5, Gr. 7, Gr. 9, Gr. 12 | ASTM B265, ASME SB265 | Thickness: 0.1 mm - 4.75 mm Width: 600 mm - 1500 mm Length: up to 3000 mm |
Cold Rolled, Annealed |
| Titanium Foil | ||||
| Foil / Strip | Gr. 1, Gr. 2 | ASTM B265 | Thickness: 0.025 mm - 0.1 mm Width: 50 mm - 500 mm Coil / Cut Length |
Cold Rolled, Annealed |
