Titanium Aluminum Alloys

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Titanium Aluminum Alloys are a class of metallic materials that contain a mixture of titanium and aluminum. They are lightweight, have high strength, and excellent corrosion and oxidation resistance at high temperatures.

TiAl alloys are considered an important high-temperature structural material for aerospace and automotive applications due to their unique combination of properties. Their low density makes them lighter than nickel-based superalloys, while still retaining strength and stability at temperatures up to 750°C.

Klíčové vlastnosti Titanium Aluminum Alloys

VlastnictvíPopis
Hustota3.7 – 4.1 g/cm3, much lower than nickel alloys
SílaRetain high strength at temperatures up to 750°C
TuhostHigh elastic modulus of about 160 GPa
TažnostBrittle at room temperature but becomes more ductile at high temperatures
Odolnost proti koroziExcellent corrosion resistance due to presence of titanium
Odolnost proti oxidaciForm protective oxide layer resulting in good oxidation resistance up to 750°C
NákladyMore expensive than titanium alloys but cheaper than nickel alloys
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Types of Titanium Aluminum Alloys

There are two primary types of titanium aluminum alloys:

Gamma TiAl Alloys

Gamma TiAl alloys have a lamellar microstructure and contain about 45-48% titanium, with the remainder aluminum. Small additions of elements like niobium, carbon, boron and chromium are also made to enhance properties.

The gamma phase TiAl alloys offer a good balance of low density, strength, ductility and oxidation resistance. They are the most widely used TiAl alloys.

Alpha-2 Ti3Al Alloys

Alpha-2 Ti3Al alloys contain about 25% aluminum and have a hexagonal crystal structure. They offer very high tensile strength but have lower ductility and fracture toughness compared to gamma TiAl alloys.

Alpha-2 alloys are typically used in very high temperature applications above 800°C such as in turbochargers.

Složení Titanium Aluminum Alloys

Titanium aluminum alloys contain titanium as the major component, with aluminum and small amounts of other elements. Here is the typical composition range:

Alloy ElementRozsah složeníRole
titan (Ti)52-56%Primary base element
hliník (Al)44-48%Main alloying element with Ti
niob (Nb)Up to 2%Increases strength and creep resistance
Chrom (Cr)Up to 2%Increases oxidation resistance
Bór (B)Up to 0.2%Improves ductility
uhlík (C)Až 0,1%Increases strength
křemík (Si)0.1-1%Improves oxidation resistance
Wolfram (W)0.1-1%Refines grain size
molybden (Mo)0.1-1%Increases strength

The percentages of alloying elements are precisely controlled to achieve the right microstructure and properties in the alloy.

Key Properties of Titanium Aluminum Alloys

Titanium Aluminum Alloy Strength Properties

VlastnictvíHodnotaPopis
Pevnost v tahu500 – 1100 MPaVery high strength compared to titanium alloys
Mez kluzu (posun 0,2%)400 – 1000 MPaMeasure of elastic strength in alloy
Pevnost v tlaku600 – 1500 MPaExcellent compressive strength
Pevnost v tahu100 – 350 MPaAbility to withstand loads at high temperatures
Lomová houževnatost15 – 35 MPa√mResistance to crack propagation is lower than nickel alloys

Fyzikální vlastnosti

VlastnictvíHodnota
Hustota3.7 – 4.1 g/cm3
Bod tání1360°C – 1460°C
Tepelná vodivost6 – 25 W/mK
Elektrický odpor150 – 250 μΩ.cm
Koeficient tepelné roztažnosti11 – 13 x 10<sup>-6</sup> /K

Mechanické vlastnosti při pokojové teplotě

VlastnictvíHodnotaPopis
Tvrdost300 – 400 HVMeasure of resistance to indentation
Youngův modul150 – 160 GPaMeasure of stiffness
Modul ve smyku60 – 65 GPaMeasure of rigidity
Poissonův poměr0.25 – 0.34Ratio relating strain in directions perpendicular and parallel to applied load
ObrobitelnostObtížnéChallenging to machine compared to steels

Aplikace a použití Titanium Aluminum Alloys

Titanium aluminum alloys are used in wide range of high performance engineering applications. Some key uses are:

Uses in Aerospace Industry

  • Aircraft engine components like blades, discs, air inlet cowls
  • Airframe and wing structures in high-speed aircraft
  • Space vehicle parts due to combination of low weight and temperature resistance

Automotive Industry Uses

  • Turbínová kola a skříně turbodmychadel
  • Connecting rods, valves, springs and fasteners in high performance engines
  • Motorsport components like conrods and valves

Další aplikace

  • Gas turbine engine parts, power generation and marine applications
  • Biomedical implants like artificial hip joints
  • Sporting goods like bicycle frames, golf clubs

Here is a comparison of the use of titanium aluminum alloys versus alternatives:

aplikaceTiAl AlloysAlternativní materiály
Letecké motory✅ Excellent strength-to-weight ratio up to 750°C makes it suitable for blades, vanes, shaftsNickel superalloys have higher temperature capability but are heavier
Automotive Turbochargers✅ Good balance of high strength, temperature resistance and lower density than nickel alloysNickel alloys can withstand higher peak temperatures
Airframes✅ 20-35% lighter than titanium alloys with equivalent strength for plane wings, tails and fuselageTitanium alloys offer higher fracture toughness
Biomedicínské implantáty✅ Contains titanium which allows natural bonding to human boneStainless steel, cobalt chrome alloys also commonly used

Průmyslové normy a specifikace

Some widely used industry standards for titanium aluminum alloys are:

StandardPopis
AMS 4928Standard specification for gamma titanium aluminide alloy sheet, strip and plate
AMS 4965Standard for gamma titanium aluminide alloys processed by powder metallurgy
AMS 4972Standard specification for alpha-beta or beta titanium aluminides bars, rods and wire
ISO 21365Specification for structural gamma TiAl alloys
ASTM B381Standard classification for titanium-aluminum-vanadium alloys for surgical implants

Alloy products are offered in variety of grades that meet different standards for chemistry, microstructure, and mechanical properties.

Some common titanium aluminum grades are:

  • Ti-48Al-2W-0.5Si (AMS 4928)
  • Ti-47Al-2Cr-2Nb (ISO 21365 Grade 5)
  • Ti-45Al-5Nb-0.2C-0.2B (AMS 4965 Grade 5)

Suppliers and Costs

Some leading global suppliers of titanium aluminum alloys include:

DodavatelGrades OfferedVýrobní metody
VSMPOTi-47Al-2Cr-2Nb<br>Ti-48Al-2Cr-2Nb-1Ta-0.7WInvestiční lití<br>Kování
ATITi-48Al-2W-0.5Si<br>Ti-47Al-2Cr-2NbPrecision casting<br>Prášková metalurgie
Společnost Precision Castparts CorpVlastní slitinyInvestiční lití
PlanseeTiAl gamma alloysPrášková metalurgie

Titanium aluminum alloys are more expensive than titanium alloys but cheaper than nickel-based superalloys. Some typical pricing estimates are:

TřídaOdhad ceny
Ti-48Al-2Cr-2Nb$85 – $125 per kg
Ti-47Al-2W-0.5Si$100 - $150 za kg
Custom TiAl alloys$150 – $250 per kg

Pricing varies based on order volume, size specifications, certification requirements and other customizations.

Advantages and Limitations of Titanium Aluminum Alloys

Benefits and Advantages

  • Very high specific strength – high strength-to-weight ratio
  • Excellent strength retention up to 750°C
  • Good environmental resistance – oxidation, burning and corrosion
  • Lower cost than nickel and cobalt superalloys
  • Some hot workability for forging, rolling

Shortcomings and Limitations

  • Processing difficulties – hot working as well as machining
  • Brittle behavior at room temperature
  • Relatively low fracture toughness
  • Maximum use temperature limited to 750°C
  • Subject to hydrogen and moisture absorption

Here is a comparison of the advantages and disadvantages relative to alternatives:

ParametrTiAl AlloysNiklové superslitinyTitanové slitiny
Pevnost při vysokých teplotáchVhodné do 750 °C✅ Excellent above 900°CŠpatný nad 500 °C
Hustota✅ LowestVyššíSrovnatelné
Odolnost proti oxidaciVhodné do 750 °C✅ Best above 800°CPoor above 550°C
Náklady✅ LowerNejvyššíVyšší
ZpracovatelnostŠpatnýDobrý✅ Best
Damage ToleranceŠpatnýDobrý✅ Excellent
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Nejčastější dotazy

Q: What are gamma titanium aluminides?

A: Gamma TiAl aluminides are intermetallic alloys containing titanium (Ti) and aluminum (Al) with a gamma (γ) phase crystal structure. They have an ordered lamellar arrangement of Ti and Al atoms. Gamma TiAl is the most commonly used alloy type.

Q: Why are TiAl alloys considered for aerospace applications?

A: TiAl alloys offer an excellent combination of low density and good mechanical properties up to 750°C. This allows lighter and more efficient aero-engine components to be designed using TiAl instead of much heavier nickel alloys.

Q: What are some examples of TiAl turbocharger components?

A: TiAl alloys are increasingly used to make turbocharger wheels and housings in high performance diesel and gasoline car engines. The low density and temperature resistance provide higher power density and efficiency.

Q: What are the main challenges in using TiAl alloys?

A: Difficulty in processing via casting, forging and machining along with intrinsic brittleness at room temperature, and lower damage tolerance than competing alloys creates barriers for adoption. However, processing methods and alloy development continue to advance.

Q: What is the typical oxygen content limit for TiAl alloys?

A: Oxygen is limited to less than 0.2% in TiAl alloys. Higher oxygen levels negatively impact ductility. Advanced melting and casting methods are used to control oxygen pickup.

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