TITANIUM BAR 6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo Ti 6246

Titanium 6246 is an alpha-beta alloy that can be heat treated to higher strengths in greater section sizes than Titanium 6Al-4V (Titanium Grade 5) with excellent corrosion resistance. It is frequently used in applicationswhere high strength and light weight are needed along with good corrosion resistance.

As in other titanium alloys, Ti 6246 has high level of corrosion resistance based on the existence of a consistent and continuous oxide layer which is formed spontaneously upon exposure to oxygen. In addition, due to its approximate 6% molybdenum content, Ti 6246 has excellent resistance to corrosion in reducing environments such as Hydrogen Sulfide (H₂S). It has excellent resistance to corrosion in seawater making it a good choice for use in offshore and subsea oil and gas operations where seawater corrosion and weight are concerns.

Titanium 6246, like other titanium alloys, has a modulus of elasticity of 107 Gpa (15.5 x 103 ksi), roughly half that of carbon steels

• Conforms to NACE MR 0175/ISO 15156

• Superior corrosion resistance in oilfield environments

• Low density/ very high strength-to-weight ratio

• Low modulus of elasticity

• Low thermal expansion

• Non-magnetic

• Good fatigue resistance

• Can be heat treated to higher strength levels

than Ti 6Al-4V (minimum 1040 MPa / 150 ksi)

• Good high temperature mechanical properties

Titanium 6246 is used in applications where very high strength, light weight and corrosion resistance are

important. Potential applications include shafts and housings for oil and gas drilling tools, subsea wellhead and

riser components, well sampling equipment, pressure housings, and completion equipment. Ti 6246 has also

been used in high-performance motorsport applications to reduce weight/size of components

Machining capabilities are similar to other high strength titanium alloys; however, slower speeds are generally advised.