Ti6Al4V (TC4) Titanium Alloy 3D Printing Service
High-performance titanium alloy for lightweight structural parts, demanding industrial components, and complex metal applications requiring superior strength and corrosion resistance.
Ti6Al4V (TC4) is a high-strength α-β titanium alloy widely used in SLM metal printing for advanced engineering parts. It offers an excellent strength-to-weight ratio, strong corrosion resistance, and outstanding mechanical performance, making it suitable for aerospace, automotive, petrochemical, shipbuilding, and other demanding industrial environments where lightweight performance and structural reliability are critical.
What Is Ti6Al4V (TC4) Titanium Alloy?
Ti6Al4V, also known as TC4, is one of the most widely used titanium alloys in advanced manufacturing. In SLM 3D printing, it is valued for its very high strength-to-weight ratio, excellent corrosion resistance, and ability to produce complex functional structures that are difficult to manufacture with conventional machining methods.
Compared with stainless steel, TC4 is significantly lighter while maintaining very strong mechanical performance. Compared with aluminum alloys, it delivers much higher strength and better resistance in demanding environments. It is a premium metal choice for functional, pressure-resistant, and high-performance structural parts.
Best Fit for TC4 Titanium Printing
- Complex functional structural parts with strict weight and strength requirements
- Engine components and pressure-resistant shells
- Industrial system components in demanding environments
- Aerospace, petrochemical, shipbuilding, and automotive parts
- Sports equipment and high-performance customized metal components
Ti6Al4V (TC4) Titanium Alloy Specifications
Application
Industrial Metals
Technology
SLM
Price
From $15.00
Build Time
72 - 96 hours
Tolerance
±0.1mm (Within 100mm), ±0.1% (Above 100mm)
Min. Wall Thickness
1.5mm
Max. Size
390 × 390 × 290 mm
Surface Roughness
Ra 3.2–7 μm
Key Advantage
High strength-to-weight ratio
Material Character
Lightweight, strong, and corrosion resistant
Why Choose Our TC4 Titanium Printing Service
- Excellent strength-to-weight ratio for premium lightweight metal parts
- Strong corrosion resistance for demanding industrial environments
- Outstanding mechanical performance for structural and pressure-resistant applications
- Suitable for complex functional geometries that are difficult to machine conventionally
- Ideal for aerospace, automotive, petrochemical, and high-performance industrial components
TC4 Titanium Alloy Material Properties
Surface Roughness (As-built)
Ra 3.2–7 μm
Hardness (As-built)
≥290 HV5/15
Hardness (After Heat Treatment)
HRC 35 ±3
Tensile Strength (As-built)
1230 ±50 MPa
Tensile Strength (After Heat Treatment)
1015 ±50 MPa
Yield Strength (As-built)
1050 ±50 MPa
Yield Strength (After Heat Treatment)
950 ±50 MPa
Elongation (As-built)
7 ±3%
Elongation (After Heat Treatment)
≥10%
Best Use
High-performance lightweight metal parts
Compare TC4 Titanium with Other SLM Metal Materials
| Attribute | Ti6Al4V (TC4) | 316L Stainless Steel | AlSi10Mg Aluminum | 6061 Aluminum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Technology | SLM | SLM | SLM | SLM |
| Application | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals | Industrial Metals |
| Price | From $15.00 | From $10.00 | From $10.00 | From $15.00 |
| Min. Wall Thickness | 1.5mm | 1.5mm | 1.0mm | 1.0mm |
| Max Size | 390 × 390 × 290 mm | 390 × 390 × 290 mm | 355 × 405 × 400 mm | 355 × 405 × 400 mm |
| Main Advantage | High strength-to-weight ratio and corrosion resistance | Corrosion resistance and balanced strength | Lightweight and thermal conductivity | Balanced machinability and heat-treated performance |
| Surface Condition | Ra 3.2–7 μm | Ra 3.2–7 μm | Ra 3.2–7 μm | Ra 3.2–7 μm |
| Tensile Strength | 1230 ±50 MPa | 600 MPa | 440 ±50 MPa | 260 ±40 MPa |
| Yield Strength | 1050 ±50 MPa | 400 MPa | 240 ±50 MPa | 202 ±40 MPa |
| Typical Use | Engine parts, pressure-resistant shells, aerospace and high-performance structures | Functional structural parts, corrosion-resistant components | Lightweight structures, heat-dissipation parts, housings | General structural parts, fixtures, housings, automotive parts |
| Summary | Choose TC4 for premium lightweight parts in demanding environments. | Choose 316L for durable corrosion-resistant parts with balanced performance. | Choose AlSi10Mg for lightweight thermal applications and functional designs. | Choose 6061 for versatile aluminum parts with good machinability and stable performance. |
Need a premium SLM metal for lightweight yet extremely strong functional parts? Ti6Al4V (TC4) Titanium Alloy is the ideal choice when strength, corrosion resistance, and high-performance structural reliability are all critical.
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