Description
ASTM F67 Grade 3 Titanium Plate – Medical-Material and Industrial Inquiries
🔍 Overview
The ASTM F67 Grade 3 Titanium Plate is a high-strength, commercially pure titanium product engineered to meet the stringent demands of medical, industrial, and aerospace sectors. As one of the four commercially pure (CP) titanium grades, Grade 3 offers a unique combination of superior strength, high corrosion resistance, and exceptional biocompatibility.
Specify the ASTM F67 revision, Grade 3 delivery condition and batch acceptance requirements. Confirm conformance and the required material documents for the actual plate order; intended applications require their own design and process acceptance.
✅ Key Features of ASTM F67 Grade 3 Titanium Plate
1. High Strength for Demanding Applications
Grade 3 is one of the commercially pure titanium grades, rather than the highest-strength CP grade. Select the grade and acceptance properties from the governing specification and the component requirements; do not assume that a higher strength grade is interchangeable.
2. Exceptional Corrosion Resistance
The ASTM F67 Grade 3 Titanium Plate exhibits excellent resistance to a wide range of corrosive environments, including:
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Oxidizing and reducing acids
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Chlorinated organic solvents
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Seawater and brine
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Industrial and marine atmospheres
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Biological fluids (ideal for implant use)
This high resistance is due to a stable and self-repairing oxide film that naturally forms on the titanium surface.
3. Superior Biocompatibility
Commercially pure titanium is used in specified medical-material applications. Suitability for an implant depends on the finished component, processing, surface condition and required validation; it is not established by the alloy name alone. Potential component uses include:
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Orthopedic implants
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Dental restoration components
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Surgical fasteners
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Trauma bone plates and screws
Specify the required ASTM F67 material acceptance and batch documents in the order. Biological evaluation concerns the intended finished device and its manufacturing process; material designation alone is not an ISO 10993 test report or a guarantee of clinical safety.
4. Material Specifications and Order Documents
Identify the material specification and revision, inspection requirements and required certificate type in the enquiry. Confirm the applicable document package and its scope with the quotation; the references below are not a guarantee that every order has identical certification:
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ASTM F67 – Unalloyed Titanium for Surgical Implant Applications
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ISO 5832-2 – Implants for surgery – Unalloyed titanium
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EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificate
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If ISO 9001 or ISO 13485 certification is required, confirm the certificate holder, validity and relevant scope before ordering.
📊 Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard | ASTM F67 |
| Grade | Grade 3 (UNS R50550) |
| Form | Titanium Plate / Sheet |
| Purity | ≥ 99.2% Titanium |
| Yield Strength (min) | 345 MPa (50 ksi) |
| Tensile Strength (min) | 450 MPa (65 ksi) |
| Elongation (min) | 20% |
| Hardness (Rockwell) | Rb 80–90 |
| Density | 4.51 g/cm³ |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 103 GPa |
| Thermal Conductivity | 17 W/m·K |
| Melting Point | 1660°C |
| Magnetic Properties | Non-magnetic |
⚗️ Chemical Composition (Typical)
| Element | Content (Max, wt%) |
|---|---|
| Titanium (Ti) | Balance (≥ 99.2%) |
| Oxygen (O) | ≤ 0.35% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.30% |
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.08% |
| Nitrogen (N) | ≤ 0.05% |
| Hydrogen (H) | ≤ 0.015% |
These low impurity levels ensure excellent ductility and weldability for both biomedical and structural use.
🏥 Medical Applications of Grade 3 CP Titanium Sheet
The ASTM F67 Grade 3 Titanium Plate is a preferred material in the medical industry due to its ideal balance of strength and biocompatibility. Applications include:
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Dental implants and abutments
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Orthopedic plates and rods
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Spinal fixation devices
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Surgical guides and instruments
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Maxillofacial reconstruction plates
Its biostability and low modulus of elasticity help reduce bone stress shielding, enhancing long-term implant performance.
🏗️ Industrial & Aerospace Applications
Beyond medical use, Grade 3 Titanium Plates are extensively employed in:
Industrial Sectors:
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Heat exchangers
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Desalination equipment
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Electrochemical plants
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Oil & gas piping
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Chemical tanks and vessels
Aerospace & Defense:
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UAV structural panels
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Engine shielding components
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Lightweight support frameworks
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Airframe reinforcements
Thanks to its corrosion resistance and weight-to-strength ratio, this material plays a crucial role in next-generation aerospace engineering.
📐 Available Sizes & Customization
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Thickness Range | 0.5 mm to 30 mm |
| Width | Up to 1000 mm |
| Length | Up to 3000 mm (custom cut possible) |
| Surface Finish | Hot rolled / Pickled / Polished |
| Tolerance | ±0.1 mm or per customer request |
| Form | Flat Plate / Sheet / CNC blank |
We offer full customization, including CNC machining, laser cutting, deburring, hole drilling, and engraving services.
📦 Packaging & Shipping
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💠 Protective Layers: Anti-scratch film, foam wrapping, sealed vacuum bag
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📦 Outer Package: Fumigation-free plywood box or steel-frame crate
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🚚 Lead Time: 5–15 business days depending on size and quantity
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🌎 Shipping Options: DHL, FedEx, TNT, sea freight, air cargo
Global door-to-door service with full export documentation is supported.
🌐 Global Compliance & Export Notes
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The ASTM F67 Grade 3 Titanium Plate is classified as a non-dual-use CP titanium material, and generally does not require export license below certain thickness/size ranges.
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For medical-grade applications or large volumes, we provide:
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Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
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EU REACH / RoHS Declaration
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Origin Certificate (Form A / Form E / CO)
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Third-party test reports (SGS / BV / TUV on request)
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💬 Why Choose Us?
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✅ 100% in-house production and testing
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Specify each required standard and revision, and confirm applicability, condition and batch documentation in the quotation.
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✅ Deep stock of titanium plates in various sizes
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✅ Custom machining and technical support
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✅ Fast response, competitive pricing, and worldwide delivery
Our team works closely with clients across the medical, aerospace, and energy sectors to deliver high-quality ASTM F67 Grade 3 Titanium Plate with full traceability and documentation.
📞 Contact Us
📧 Email: sales@niticu.com
📞 Phone / WhatsApp / WeChat: +86 13335373172
🏭 Factory: Baotai Road Industrial Park, High-tech Zone, Baoji City, Shaanxi, China
🌐 Website: https://niticu.com
📩 Contact us today for pricing, sample requests, or technical consultation — we respond within 24 hours.
Quotation Requirements
Send Grade 3, the ASTM F67 revision, thickness × width × length, condition, surface, tolerances, quantity and batch-document requirements. For device manufacture, identify the material acceptance requirements separately from finished-device validation.
Review the purchasing guide, send your drawing and requirements, or browse the titanium plate category for other listed grades.
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