Titanium tube can be formed by two methods: cold and hot forming.
Cold forming
Considering the elongation of metal, the titanium pipe is formed at low speed and room temperature. Therefore, a tensile test will be conducted. The manufacturer will eliminate springback by applying heat setting on the formed titanium pipe.
Thermoforming
It is a well-known fact that the ductility (including bendability and stretch formability) of titanium increases with increasing temperature. Therefore, titanium tubes are usually made at high temperatures. As the temperature increases, the forming operation of the titanium pipe becomes easier. Using this method, springback is actually eliminated when forming grade 5 titanium (Gr5 TC4).
Titanium tube bending
The titanium tube is bent using conventional equipment. The mandrel bending machine is the first choice for small radius bending. In order to minimize the sagging tendency of titanium, the pipe bending equipment and wiper mold must be properly lubricated. For best results, the bending process should be performed at a low speed.
Factory introduction
TSM Technology is a leading manufacturer of titanium seamless tubes and titanium pipe fittings in China. Our titanium tube products are exported to more than 40 countries in the world, our main markets are Europe, America, Middle East and Southeast Asia. The workshop covers an area of more than 60,000 square meters, and annually produces more than 1,200 tons of various pipes, more than 2,000 tons of titanium ingots, and more than 2,000 tons of extruded hollow billets.
Our advantage：
1. China is the main production base of titanium, and high-quality raw materials are the guarantee for the production of high-quality and high-performance titanium and titanium alloys.
2. More than 20 years of experience in the production and processing of titanium metal materials.
3. Establish a close cooperative relationship with the China Academy of Aeronautics and Astronautics, laying a foundation for the development of more advantageous products.
4. Complete quality system, strict product quality inspection procedures, including third-party inspection agencies, to ensure that each process is produced in accordance with regulations.
5. Complete supporting equipment and regular maintenance. Introduce the industry’s top production equipment and testing equipment to ensure product quality and stable production.
6. Our strong team. Including 10-15 national-level senior researchers, constantly researching and developing new technologies. Through independent research and development, it has overcome many technical barriers in the industry and has first-class production and processing capabilities.
If you are interested in our titanium tube, please feel free to contact us tsm@tsm-titanium.com.