Grade 2 Titanium Tubes are the most frequently used commercially pure titanium tubes with a perfect balance between their strength, corrosion resistance, and workability. They are produced under ASTM B338 and ASME SB338 standards, and have a minimum tensile strength of 345 MPa (50ksi) and minimum yield of 275 MPa (40ksi). It is much stronger than Grade 1, however, it is very ductile and weldable. Grade 2 Titanium Tubes have high corrosion resistance towards seawater, chlorides, oxidizing acids and industrial chemicals. Therefore, it is perfectly suitable for usage in aggressive environments. It is widely applied in the field of chemical processing, marine, aerospace, heat exchanger and power generation industries. USA Piping Solution is a reliable Titanium Grade 2 Tubes Manufacturer and Supplier, providing high-quality tubes with different sizes and grades for various industrial applications around the world.
Specifications of Titanium Grade 2 Tubes
| Specification Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Specifications | ASTM B861, B862, B338 / ASME SB861, SB862, SB338 |
| Standards | ASTM, ASME, and API |
| UNS Number | R50400 (Commercially Pure Grade 2) |
| Werkstoff Nr. | 3.7035 |
| Nominal Size | 15 mm NB to 150 mm NB (½" to 6"); 7" (193.7 mm OD) to 20" (508 mm OD) |
| Outer Diameter (OD) | 1.250" – 6.000" (30–150 mm) |
| Wall Thickness | 0.095" – 1.000" (2.5–25 mm) |
| Schedule | SCH 10, SCH 20, SCH 30, SCH 40, STD, SCH 60, XS, SCH 80, SCH 120, SCH 140, SCH 160, XXS |
| Length | Single Random, Double Random & Cut to Required Length |
| Types | Seamless / ERW / Welded / EFW / Fabricated / CDW |
| Form | Round, Square, Rectangular, Coiled, U-Shape, Pan Cake Coils, Hydraulic Tubes |
| End Finish | Plain End, Beveled End, Threaded |
| Temperature Range | Up to 540°C (1004°F) |
Applications Uses of Titanium Grade 2 Tubes
- Chemical Processing Industry
- Marine & Offshore Industry
- Oil & Gas Industry
- Power Generation Industry
- Aerospace Industry
- Desalination Industry
- Pulp & Paper Industry
- Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are Titanium Grade 2 Tubes?
Titanium Grade 2 Tubes are commercially pure titanium tubes known for their excellent corrosion resistance, moderate strength, and outstanding weldability. They are manufactured to standards such as ASTM B338 and ASME SB338.
2. What are Titanium Grade 2 Tubes used for?
Titanium Grade 2 Tubes are used in chemical processing, marine, oil and gas, desalination, heat exchangers, aerospace, and power generation industries.
3. What is the difference between Titanium Grade 2 and Grade 1 Tubes?
Titanium Grade 2 Tubes offer higher strength than Grade 1 while maintaining excellent corrosion resistance. Grade 1 is more ductile and easier to form, whereas Grade 2 is preferred for applications requiring greater mechanical strength.
4. Are Titanium Grade 2 Tubes corrosion resistant?
Yes. Titanium Grade 2 Tubes provide outstanding resistance to seawater, chlorides, oxidizing acids, and many corrosive industrial environments.
5. Can Titanium Grade 2 Tubes be welded?
Yes. Titanium Grade 2 Tubes have excellent weldability and can be welded using proper inert gas shielding without affecting their corrosion resistance or mechanical properties.