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Titanium CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1

Grade

UNS R50250 · ASTM F2885

GR1 = grade 1 chemistry

Pick for maximum ductility, formability of sintered blanks and best corrosion performance; lowest strength of the CP grades.

High cost $$$$

Values for the GR1 condition

Other CP-Ti Powder for MIM tempers and conditions

CP-Ti Powder for MIM is listed in 6 conditions; see the grade overview at CP-Ti Powder for MIM.

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Condition · open for datasheetBest forYield MPaTensile MPaElong. %HardnessConductivity
GR1This page
Grade 1 chemistry
Pick for maximum ductility, formability of sintered blanks and best corrosion performance; lowest strength of the CP grades.28038024125 HB3.4 % IACS
Sintered + vacuum stress-relief anneal
Pick when dimensional stability after sizing/coining or machining is needed; slight strength drop, small ductility gain, no pore closure.35046018152 HB3.1 % IACS
MIM-ASDefault
Moulded, debound and vacuum sintered
Default supply condition for MIM CP-Ti parts: 96–99 % dense, properties comparable to annealed wrought Grade 2 except reduced fatigue and ductility.38048015160 HB—
Grade 2 chemistry
The workhorse MIM CP-Ti chemistry: best balance of strength, ductility and cost; matches the default grade properties.38048015160 HB3.1 % IACS
Sintered then hot isostatically pressed
Pick for fatigue-critical or implant parts: HIP closes residual pores, raising density to ≥99.5 % and roughly doubling fatigue life.42052020165 HB16 W/m·K
Grade 4 chemistry
Pick when the highest unalloyed-Ti strength is needed (dental/surgical instruments); ductility and impact toughness drop markedly.5206201122 HRC2.8 % IACS

What is CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1?

CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 is CP-Ti Powder for MIM in the GR1 grade — pick for maximum ductility, formability of sintered blanks and best corrosion performance; lowest strength of the CP grades. CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 has a yield strength of 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) — weaker than 88% of titanium grades. Elongation at break is 24% and the elastic modulus is 98 GPa (14.2 Msi). CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 has a density of 4.4 g/cm³ (0.159 lb/in³), lighter than 98% of titanium grades. It melts at 1,668°C (3,034 °F). MIM-AS is the default condition FabDigit quotes; GR1 is available on request or by drawing note.

Advantages

  • High electrical conductivity — 3.4 % IACS, better than 96% of titanium grades
  • Ductile — tolerates forming and impact — 24%, better than 77% of titanium grades

Limitations

  • High embodied carbon — 48 kg CO₂/kg, worse than 95% of titanium grades
  • Low strength — 280 MPa (40.6 ksi), worse than 88% of titanium grades
  • Difficult to weld — 65/100, worse than 77% of titanium grades

CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 properties

Typical room-temperature values for CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1; 22 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are CP-Ti Powder for MIM reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among titanium grades.

Physical3

CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 has a density of 4.4 g/cm³ (0.159 lb/in³), lighter than 98% of titanium grades. It melts at 1,668°C (3,034 °F).

Density4.4 g/cm³0.16 lb/in³
Melting Point (Solidus)1,668°C3,034 °F
Liquidus Temperature1,670°C3,038 °F

Mechanical16

CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 has a yield strength of 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) — weaker than 88% of titanium grades. Elongation at break is 24% and the elastic modulus is 98 GPa (14.2 Msi).

Elastic (Young's) Modulus98 GPa14.2 Msi
Shear Modulus40 GPa5.8 Msi
Bulk Modulus108 GPa15.7 Msi
Poisson's Ratio0.34
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)380 MPa55.1 ksi
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)280 MPa40.6 ksi
Elongation at Break24%
Reduction in Area38%
Compressive Strength400 MPa58 ksi
Shear Strength270 MPa39.2 ksi
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)165 MPa23.9 ksi
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)70 MPa·√m63.7 ksi·√in
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)34 J25.1 ft·lbf
Hardness, Brinell125 HB
Hardness, Rockwell B70 HRB
Hardness, Vickers130 HV

Thermal6

CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 is rated for continuous service to 300°C (572 °F). It conducts heat at 15.8 W/m·K (9.13 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 60% of titanium grades. Thermal expansion is 8.6 µm/m·K (4.78 µin/in·°F).

Thermal Conductivity15.8 W/m·K9.1 BTU/hr·ft·°F
Specific Heat Capacity523 J/kg·K0.12 BTU/lb·°F
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)8.6 µm/m·K4.8 µin/in·°F
Latent Heat of Fusion365 J/g157 BTU/lb
Max Service Temperature (continuous)300°C572 °F
Min Service Temperature-196°C-321 °F

Electrical3

CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 conducts electricity at 3.4 % IACS, better than 96% of titanium grades.

Electrical Conductivity3.4 % IACS
Electrical Resistivity5.1×10⁻⁷ Ω·m20.1 µΩ·in
Magnetic Responsenon-magnetic

Chemical & Environmental3

Corrosion resistance is excellent (88/100), worse than 77% of titanium grades.

Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)-0.1 V
Corrosion ResistanceExcellent88/100
Chemical Resistance SummaryExcellent in seawater, oxidising acids, chlorides, wet chlorine and body fluids thanks to the TiO₂ passive film; attacked by HF, hot concentrated HCl/H₂SO₄, and dry chlorine. Interconnected porosity in as-sintered parts can trap electrolyte, so HIP or sealing is advised for implants and long-term marine service.

Sustainability4

Producing a kilogram of CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 takes about 750 MJ of energy and emits 48 kg of CO₂ — more than 95% of titanium grades. Typical recycled content is 10%.

Embodied Energy (primary production)750 MJ/kg322,442 BTU/lb
Embodied Carbon (primary production)48 kg CO₂/kg
Embodied Water600 L/kg71.9 gal/lb
Typical Recycled Content10%

Manufacturability7

CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1's machinability is poor (30/100, better than 64% of titanium grades); weldability good (65/100); formability poor (30/100).

MachinabilityPoor30/100
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)25%
WeldabilityGood65/100
Formability (cold)Poor30/100
Brazeability / SolderabilityFair50/100
PolishabilityVery good70/100
Anodizing Responseexcellent — Type II colour anodising (interference oxide, 10–100 V) and Type III hard/biomedical anodising both work; open porosity in as-sintered parts can retain electrolyte and must be rinsed thoroughly.

Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.

Working with CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1

Is CP-Ti Powder for MIM easy to machine?

Sintered CP-Ti machines like wrought Grade 2 — low speed, high feed, sharp uncoated carbide and flood coolant; avoid dwelling (work-hardening and fire risk from fine chips/powder).

Can CP-Ti Powder for MIM be welded?

GTAW/laser/resistance welding under full argon shielding works well on HIPed parts; as-sintered porosity can outgas and cause weld porosity, so pre-bake and use HIPed material for critical joints.

Can CP-Ti Powder for MIM be formed, bent or molded?

Feedstock at 50–62 vol % solids, mould 160–190 °C tool 30–50 °C; solvent/catalytic + thermal debinding then vacuum (<10⁻² Pa) or high-purity Ar sintering at 1250–1350 °C with 13–18 % linear shrinkage — never sinter in nitrogen or on graphite without a Y₂O₃ barrier.

What surface finishes work on CP-Ti Powder for MIM?

Bead blasting, tumbling, chemical etch (HNO₃/HF) for oxide removal, then Type II colour or Type III anodising; passivation per ASTM F86 for medical parts, PVD/DLC and plasma nitriding also used for wear.

CP-Ti Powder for MIM chemical composition (wt %)

Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.

ElementSpec limit (wt %)Nominal
OPowder usually supplied at ≤0.18 % to leave headroom for pickup during debinding/sintering; Grade 1 ≤0.18, Grade 4 ≤0.40≤ 0.250.18
N≤ 0.030.02
CResidual binder carbon must be controlled by thermal/catalytic debinding≤ 0.080.03
HHDH powder may run higher before vacuum degassing≤ 0.020.01
FeGrade 1 (R50250) ≤0.20≤ 0.30.1
TiBalance; each other element ≤0.10, total ≤0.40balance—

CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 — frequently asked

What is CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 used for?

CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 is typically used for surgical instrument components, watch cases, small precision hardware and dental parts. In short: near-net-shape small titanium parts; wrought-like CP Ti properties; lowest-cost complex Ti geometry.

What is the yield strength of CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1?

CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 has a typical yield strength of 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) and a tensile strength of 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) — weaker than 88% of titanium grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 6 listed tempers.

Is CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 easy to machine?

Not especially — machinability is rated poor (30/100, better than 64% of titanium grades). Sintered CP-Ti machines like wrought Grade 2 — low speed, high feed, sharp uncoated carbide and flood coolant; avoid dwelling (work-hardening and fire risk from fine chips/powder).

Can CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 be welded?

Yes — weldability is rated good (65/100). GTAW/laser/resistance welding under full argon shielding works well on HIPed parts; as-sintered porosity can outgas and cause weld porosity, so pre-bake and use HIPed material for critical joints.

What surface finishes work on CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1?

Bead blasting, tumbling, chemical etch (HNO₃/HF) for oxide removal, then Type II colour or Type III anodising; passivation per ASTM F86 for medical parts, PVD/DLC and plasma nitriding also used for wear.

Can CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 be formed, bent or molded?

Feedstock at 50–62 vol % solids, mould 160–190 °C tool 30–50 °C; solvent/catalytic + thermal debinding then vacuum (<10⁻² Pa) or high-purity Ar sintering at 1250–1350 °C with 13–18 % linear shrinkage — never sinter in nitrogen or on graphite without a Y₂O₃ barrier.

What is the maximum service temperature of CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1?

CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR1 is rated for continuous use to about 300°C (572 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.

What is the difference between CP-Ti Powder for MIM MIM-AS and CP-Ti Powder for MIM-GR4?

MIM-AS is the default condition — default supply condition for MIM CP-Ti parts: 96–99 % dense, properties comparable to annealed wrought Grade 2 except reduced fatigue and ductility. GR4: pick when the highest unalloyed-Ti strength is needed (dental/surgical instruments); ductility and impact toughness drop markedly. Yield strength is 380 MPa in MIM-AS versus 520 MPa in GR4.

Sources

  1. ASTM B988 — Powder Metallurgy (PM) Titanium and Titanium Alloy Structural Components — ASTM International (2023)
  2. ASTM F2885 — Metal Injection Molded Titanium-6Aluminum-4Vanadium Components for Surgical Implant Applications — ASTM International (2022)
  3. ASTM F67 / ASTM B348 — Unalloyed Titanium (Grades 1–4) chemistry and mechanical requirements — ASTM International (2021)
  4. MPIF Standard 35 — Materials Standards for Metal Injection Molded Parts — Metal Powder Industries Federation (2018)
  5. ASM Handbook Vol. 2 — Properties and Selection: Nonferrous Alloys; Vol. 7 — Powder Metallurgy — ASM International (2015)
  6. CP-Ti spherical powder datasheets (AP&C, Tekna, , / ) — various producers (2024)

Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.