Description
✨ GR23 Titanium Wire – Superior High-Performance ASTM F136 Alloy
🩺 Product Overview
GR23 titanium wire is a premium-grade titanium alloy product designed specifically for medical and surgical applications where exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility are essential. As the extra-low interstitial (ELI) variant of Ti-6Al-4V, it offers improved ductility and fracture toughness compared to standard Grade 5 titanium.
Manufactured in full compliance with ASTM F136 titanium wire specifications, this alloy is trusted worldwide in orthopedic fixation devices, dental frameworks, cardiovascular implants, and other life-critical medical devices. Its performance exceeds many traditional materials such as stainless steel, cobalt-chrome, and pure titanium grades, making medical titanium wire from Grade 23 one of the top choices for implantable devices.
📏 Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification | Standard |
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| Alloy Composition | Ti-6Al-4V ELI | ASTM F136 |
| Grade | Grade 23 (GR23) | Medical Grade |
| Diameter Range | 0.2 mm – 5.0 mm (custom) | — |
| Tensile Strength | ≥ 860 MPa | ASTM F 136 |
| Yield Strength | ≥ 795 MPa | ASTM F 136 |
| Elongation | ≥ 10% | ASTM F 136 |
| Modulus of Elasticity | ~110 GPa | — |
| Density | 4.43 g/cm³ | — |
| Melting Point | ~1,660 °C | — |
| Thermal Conductivity | 6.7 W/m·K | — |
| Surface Condition | Bright, clean, contamination-free | — |
🌟 Key Benefits of GR23 Titanium Wire
✅ 1. Superior Biocompatibility
GR23 titanium wire is engineered for direct contact with human tissue without triggering toxic or allergic reactions. It meets stringent international biocompatibility standards, making it suitable for permanent implants.
✅ 2. Excellent Corrosion Resistance
Protected by a stable titanium oxide layer, the wire resists corrosion from saline solutions, blood plasma, and other body fluids, ensuring long-term stability.
✅ 3. High Mechanical Strength
With tensile strength above 860 MPa, ASTM F136 titanium wire maintains structural integrity under load, making it ideal for orthopedic and dental applications.
✅ 4. Enhanced Ductility
The ELI composition improves ductility, enabling medical titanium wire to be bent, twisted, or coiled without cracking—essential in complex surgical applications.
✅ 5. Low Elastic Modulus
The modulus of elasticity is closer to human bone than stainless steel, reducing stress shielding and promoting better bone integration.
🏥 Applications of GR23 Titanium Wire
🔹 Orthopedic Surgery
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Bone fixation wires
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Spinal fusion constructs
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Joint replacement components
🔹 Dental Implants
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Orthodontic arch wires
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Prosthetic frameworks
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Implant abutments
🔹 Cardiovascular Devices
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Stents
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Pacemaker leads
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Vascular closure systems
🔹 Maxillofacial Surgery
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Fracture fixation in facial bones
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Jaw reconstruction frameworks
🔹 Veterinary Medicine
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Orthopedic implants for animals
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Dental repair for veterinary use
For other titanium wire options, including commercially pure grades, see our ASTM B863 GR1/GR2 Titanium Wire product page.
🛠 Manufacturing Process & Quality Control
Producing GR23 titanium wire to medical-grade standards involves advanced processes and strict quality control:
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Raw Material Selection – Only certified Ti-6Al-4V ELI ingots are used, with full traceability.
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Vacuum Arc Remelting (VAR) / Electron Beam Melting (EBM) – Ensures purity and homogeneity.
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Wire Drawing – Achieves precise diameters with tight tolerances.
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Heat Treatment – Stress relief to optimize ductility and strength.
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Surface Treatment – Polishing and pickling remove any impurities.
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Non-Destructive Testing – Ultrasonic and eddy current inspections ensure defect-free wire.
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Certification – Each batch is supplied with a Certificate of Compliance.
📜 Standards & Compliance
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ASTM F136 titanium wire – Titanium-6Aluminum-4Vanadium ELI Alloy for Surgical Implants
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ISO 5832-3 – Implants for surgery — Titanium 6-aluminum 4-vanadium alloy
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CE Certification – EU medical device compliance
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FDA Registered – Suitable for US-regulated devices
⚖ GR23 vs. GR5 Titanium Wire
| Feature | GR23 (ELI) | GR5 |
|---|---|---|
| Interstitials | Extra-low | Standard |
| Fracture Toughness | Higher | Lower |
| Ductility | Higher | Moderate |
| Biocompatibility | Excellent | Good |
| Primary Uses | Surgical implants | Aerospace, industry |
🌍 Global Usage
The demand for GR23 titanium wire is rising in North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, driven by growth in orthopedic, dental, and cardiovascular procedures. As healthcare shifts toward minimally invasive surgery, the need for medical titanium wire that combines strength, biocompatibility, and flexibility continues to grow.
📦 Packaging & Delivery
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Clean Room Packaging – Medical-grade pouches, vacuum-sealed
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Full Traceability – Batch & heat numbers on each label
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Lead Time – 10–20 business days
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Global Shipping – Compliant with international regulations
💡 Why Choose Our GR23 Titanium Wire
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Over 15 years of titanium manufacturing expertise
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ISO 13485 & ISO 9001 certified production facility
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100% traceability from raw material to final product
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Competitive pricing with consistent quality assurance
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Technical support from material engineers
📞 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
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