Grade 1 Titanium

The softest and most ductile commercially pure titanium grade, prioritized for maximum formability and corrosion resistance in demanding forming applications.

Product Overview

Bokang's Grade 1 Titanium is manufactured using advanced vacuum arc remelting technology, ensuring exceptional purity and consistent mechanical properties.

Grade 1 titanium is the purest and most ductile of the ASTM commercially pure (CP) titanium grades. It contains the lowest allowable levels of interstitial elements like oxygen, nitrogen, and iron, resulting in the lowest tensile strength but the highest elongation and formability among the titanium family. Its minimum titanium content is 99.5%.

This grade exhibits exceptional corrosion resistance, forming a tenacious, self-healing oxide layer in the presence of oxygen or moisture. Its primary advantage lies in its ability to undergo severe cold forming operations, such as deep drawing, spinning, and stretch forming, without intermediate annealing. While its mechanical strength is lower, it is often selected for applications where intricate shapes need to be formed from sheet or where corrosion resistance is paramount and load-bearing requirements are minimal. It is also known for excellent impact toughness at cryogenic temperatures.

Technical Support & Documentation

Related Products

Explore our other high-performance materials

Medical Titanium Round Bar

ASTM F67 / F136 Certified Titanium Material for Orthopedic & Dental Implants And Surgical Devices High-precision CP ...

View Details
Titanium Bar Rod

Premium Titanium Round Bars / Rods for Medical, Industrial, and Aerospace Applications Unmatched Quality & Certifica...

View Details
Pure Titanium Wire

High-Purity Titanium Wire for Surgical Sutures, Staples, and Precision Medical Instruments Bokang offers premium medical...

View Details
Titanium Wire

Bokang Titanium offers a wide range of high-quality titanium wires, manufactured through multiple drawing processes. Our...

View Details
Dental Titanium Disc

Dental Titanium Discs & Blocks – Medical Grade for CAD/CAM Milling High-quality dental titanium discs and blocks d...

View Details
Titanium Ingot

Titanium Ingot (Ti Ingot) Description Our titanium ingots are made from high-purity sponge titanium and premium interme...

View Details

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications for our Grade 1 Titanium

Common DesignationsCP Ti Grade 1, UNS R50250, 3.7025
Composition (Main Elements)Ti (min 99.5%), O (max 0.18%), Fe (max 0.20%), N (max 0.03%), C (max 0.08%), H (max 0.015%)
Mechanical Properties (Typical Annealed)Tensile Strength: 240 MPa min, Yield Strength: 170 MPa min, Elongation: 24% min
Density4.51 g/cm³
Form AvailabilitySheet, Strip, Foil, Plate, Tube, Wire
Key StandardsASTM B265 (Sheet/Plate), ASTM B338 (Condenser Tubes), ASTM F67 (Medical)

Key Advantages of Bokang Grade 1 Titanium

Discover why our titanium wire stands out in the industry

Superior Cold Formability

Offers the highest ductility of all titanium grades, allowing for complex and deep-drawn components without cracking or excessive springback.

Excellent Cryogenic Toughness

Retains ductility and resistance to impact at extremely low temperatures, making it suitable for liquefied gas storage and handling systems.

Optimal Anodic Oxidation Base

Its high purity and uniform microstructure provide an ideal surface for consistent and vibrant anodizing for architectural or decorative purposes.

Material Comparison

Grade 1 Titanium vs. Competitive Alternatives

FeatureGrade 1 TitaniumGrade 2 Titanium316L Stainless Steel
Primary CharacteristicMaximum Ductility & FormabilityBalanced Strength & FormabilityGeneral Purpose Corrosion Resistance
Tensile Strength (Typical)240-310 MPa345-480 MPa485-590 MPa
Elongation (Minimum)24%20%40%
Corrosion in SeawaterExcellentExcellentVery Good
Typical Use CaseDeep-drawn parts, Anodized featuresGeneral piping, heat exchangersChemical tanks, fasteners

Applications

Grade 1 Titanium applications across various industries

Architecture & Design

  • Roofing and cladding panels for iconic buildings.
  • Decorative anodized features, sculptures, and monuments.
  • Thin-walled, complex-shaped housings for luxury goods.

Chemical Processing

  • Lining for vessels and tanks due to its easy formability to complex shapes.
  • Coils and tubing for heat exchangers in highly corrosive services.
  • Electrolytic cells for chlor-alkali production.

Cryogenic & Energy

  • Containers and piping for liquefied natural gas (LNG) and liquid oxygen/nitrogen.
  • Components in superconducting magnet systems.
  • Heat shields and shrouds in aerospace.

Material Selection Guide

How to choose the right titanium wire for your application

1

Prioritize Forming Complexity

Select Grade 1 when the component design involves severe bending, deep drawing, or spinning where other grades might crack or require intermediate annealing.

2

Check Load-Bearing Requirements

Verify that the lower strength of Grade 1 (170 MPa min yield) is adequate for the structural or pressure requirements of the application. If not, consider Grade 2.

3

Consider Surface Treatment Plans

For applications requiring decorative or functional anodizing, Grade 1 provides a uniform base that yields consistent and high-quality oxide layer colors.

4

Assess Temperature of Service

For cryogenic applications down to -269°C, Grade 1 is an excellent choice due to its retention of toughness. For elevated temperatures, its low strength is a limiting factor.

Production Process & Quality Control

Our rigorous manufacturing process ensures consistent quality

High-Purity Sponge Selection

Titanium sponge with the lowest feasible oxygen and iron content is selected to meet Grade 1's stringent interstitial limits.

Consumable Electrode Assembly

The sponge is compacted into electrodes with minimal alloy additions, maintaining the high-purity target composition.

Single or Double VAR Melting

Electrodes are melted in a Vacuum Arc Remelting furnace to create a homogeneous ingot, with careful control to prevent contamination.

Hot Rolling to Intermediate Gauge

The ingot is hot-rolled into coil or sheet form at temperatures that avoid excessive oxygen pick-up.

Cold Rolling & Annealing

Material is cold-rolled to final thickness with intermediate vacuum anneals to recrystallize the grain structure and maintain softness.

Final Finishing & Slitting

Sheets are pickled, leveled, and slit to width. Surface inspection ensures freedom from defects critical for forming and anodizing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about pure titanium wire

Choose Grade 1 when the application demands the absolute maximum formability, such as for deep-drawn caps, complex expansion bellows, or intricate architectural features. Also select it when material purity is critical for subsequent anodizing or for cryogenic service where superior toughness is needed. If moderate strength is required alongside good formability, Grade 2 is often the more common and cost-effective choice.

Yes, Grade 1 titanium has excellent weldability, arguably the best among titanium grades due to its high purity. It is commonly welded using GTAW (TIG) with matching ERTi-1 filler wire. As with all titanium, successful welding requires meticulous cleaning and inert gas shielding to prevent contamination.

It can be used for pressure-containing applications, but its low yield strength limits the allowable design stresses according to codes like ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code. This often results in thicker wall sections compared to higher-strength grades, which may offset cost benefits. Engineering review is essential.

Its high chemical purity and uniform microstructure lead to a consistent and smooth growth of the anodic oxide layer. This results in more uniform coloration (interference colors) with fewer streaks or spots compared to grades with higher alloy or interstitial content, which can cause localized variations in the oxide thickness and color.

Like most commercially pure titanium, Grade 1 has limited resistance to reducing acids like sulfuric and hydrochloric, especially in hot, concentrated, or unaerated conditions. It may corrode. For such environments, titanium alloys with palladium (e.g., Grade 7, 11) or nickel-molybdenum (e.g., Grade 12) additions are specifically designed.

Why Choose Bokang Titanium?

18+ years of experience in high-quality titanium materials

18+
Years Experience
28+
Patents & Certifications
200+
Skilled Employees
ISO 13485:2016
Medical Device Certification

Our Commitment to Quality

Changzhou Bokang Special Material Technology Co., Ltd. is Wholesale Grade 1 Titanium Manufacturers and Custom Grade 1 Titanium Suppliers. At Bokang Titanium, we adhere to the strictest quality control protocols throughout our manufacturing process. Every batch of pure titanium wire undergoes rigorous testing including dimensional verification, mechanical property testing, surface quality inspection, and chemical analysis to ensure compliance with international standards.

Our quality management system is certified to ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 for medical device applications, ensuring full traceability from raw material to finished product. We maintain comprehensive documentation including material certifications, test reports, and process validation records.

With 18+ years of experience in titanium material production, we have developed specialized expertise in medical-grade, aerospace-grade, and industrial-grade titanium alloys. Our products are trusted by leading medical device manufacturers, aerospace companies, and industrial clients worldwide. We offer OEM/ODM Grade 1 Titanium for sale.