Bending Titanium tubing

Titanium tubing is a very durable and corrosion resistant tubing commonly used in aviation, aerospace, medical equipment, sporting goods and other fields. However, the processing and bending titanium pipe is complicated and requires certain skills and experience. In this article, we will introduce how to bend titanium tubes and what to pay attention to.

 

1. Prepare tools and materials

Bending titanium pipe, you need to prepare a number of tools and materials, such as pliers, benders, titanium tubes, aluminum round bars, sockets, clamps, lubricants, etc.. You also need to prepare safety equipment, such as gloves, goggles, etc. Make sure all tools and materials are clean, neat and reliable.

 

2. Measuring and marking

Before bending a titanium tube, you need to measure its length and diameter and mark the beginning and end of the bend with a ruler. Usually, a round tube bending requires the use of steel plates, round steel, flat steel and other metal ends fixed with bolts and other methods, the titanium tube can prove its bending angle according to the central axis C point, but also the use of aluminum round bars, set on the tube fixed for bending positioning. This step ensures that each bend follows the same radius over its entire length.

 

3, preheating: Titanium has a low thermal conductivity, which makes it more difficult to heat. Preheating the tube prior to bending will make it easier to handle. The ideal preheating temperature is about 800-1100°F.

 

4, Use aluminum round bar and lubricant: Aluminum round bar is used to support the tube during bending without scratching or damaging the titanium. Apply pressure evenly to avoid creating any weak points or kinks. 3. To prevent any damage or friction, use a lubricant to ease the bending process.

5. Select the right tube bender

Select a suitable bender for titanium tube bending. Bending of titanium tubes sometimes requires the use of oil pressure bending machine, because the force generated by the oil pressure can better control the deformation of titanium tubes. The choice of bending radius directly affects the strength, durability and service life of the pipe, in general, the bending radius should be 3-4 times the diameter of the pipe as well as a number of cutting options involving the radius of the feather peak, there should not be a short radius bending.

 

6. Gradual bending

In the bending process, the angle needs to be gradually adjusted so that the titanium pipe is bent into the desired shape. When bending, attention needs to be paid to maintain the uniform thickness and shape of the tube wall. When bending the titanium tube, it is recommended to bend it little by little, and the bending angle should not exceed 10 degrees each time. This can avoid the appearance of the barrel shape, in serious cases, may even lead to cracking of the tube and other conditions.

7. Cool down first before continuing to bend

After the titanium tube gets the required shape, the tube needs to be cooled down before continuing to bend or manufacture, which can prevent the manufactured product from deforming or failing to meet the design requirements. When the titanium tube is completely cooled down, check whether it meets the requirements, and if necessary, process it properly to ensure the quality of the product.

 

In short, bending titanium tubeing requires a certain level of expertise and experience, so if you are not sure you can do the job yourself, seek professional help. If you are in the titanium industry, you need to be sure to choose the right bending machine for the bending process and pay special attention to the accuracy and precision of each step, so that you can be sure that the quality of your product is stable and meets the high requirements of the conditions of use. If you want to know more about bending titanium, please feel free to contact us by sales@xuboti.com.