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Titanium OT4-1-SR (Stress relieved)

Heat-treated state

Specify vacuum stress relief at 550-650 °C after cold forming or welding to remove residual stress and springback and restore ductility to 20% elongation.

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Values for the SR condition

Other OT4-1 tempers and conditions

OT4-1 is listed in 4 conditions; see the grade overview at OT4-1.

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Condition · open for datasheetBest forYield MPaTensile MPaElong. %HardnessConductivity
Hot rolled
Use for welded shells and structures above 6 mm thick; hot rolling plus annealing and descaling gives 610 MPa tensile but slightly lower ductility (18%) than sheet.48061018195 HB2.9 % IACS
MDefault
Thermomechanically controlled processed
Take the most widely stocked condition, vacuum or protective-atmosphere annealed sheet and strip, for cold bending, spinning and welded structures at 510 MPa yield and 24% elongation.51064024200 HB2.9 % IACS
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Stress relieved
Specify vacuum stress relief at 550-650 °C after cold forming or welding to remove residual stress and springback and restore ductility to 20% elongation.53065020205 HB2.9 % IACS
Normalized
Pick strain-hardened cold-rolled sheet or strip when stiffness and strength govern and forming is minimal: yield rises to 700 MPa but elongation falls to 8%.700780824 HRC2.9 % IACS

What is OT4-1-SR?

OT4-1-SR is OT4-1 heat treated to SR — specify vacuum stress relief at 550-650 °C after cold forming or welding to remove residual stress and springback and restore ductility to 20% elongation. OT4-1-SR has a yield strength of 530 MPa (76.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) — weaker than 59% of titanium grades. Elongation at break is 20% and the elastic modulus is 110 GPa (16 Msi). OT4-1-SR has a density of 4.55 g/cm³ (0.164 lb/in³), heavier than 84% of titanium grades. It melts at 1,620°C (2,948 °F). M is the default condition FabDigit quotes; SR is available on request or by drawing note.

OT4-1-SR properties

Typical room-temperature values for OT4-1-SR; 22 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are OT4-1 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among titanium grades.

Physical3

OT4-1-SR has a density of 4.55 g/cm³ (0.164 lb/in³), heavier than 84% of titanium grades. It melts at 1,620°C (2,948 °F).

Density4.55 g/cm³0.16 lb/in³
Melting Point (Solidus)1,620°C2,948 °F
Liquidus Temperature1,665°C3,029 °F

Mechanical16

OT4-1-SR has a yield strength of 530 MPa (76.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) — weaker than 59% of titanium grades. Elongation at break is 20% and the elastic modulus is 110 GPa (16 Msi).

Elastic (Young's) Modulus110 GPa16 Msi
Shear Modulus42 GPa6.1 Msi
Bulk Modulus105 GPa15.2 Msi
Poisson's Ratio0.32
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)650 MPa94.3 ksi
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)530 MPa76.9 ksi
Elongation at Break20%
Reduction in Area42%
Compressive Strength555 MPa80.5 ksi
Shear Strength405 MPa58.7 ksi
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)335 MPa48.6 ksi
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)68 MPa·√m61.9 ksi·√in
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)42 J31 ft·lbf
Hardness, Brinell205 HB
Hardness, Rockwell B95 HRB
Hardness, Vickers215 HV

Thermal6

OT4-1-SR is rated for continuous service to 330°C (626 °F). It conducts heat at 11 W/m·K (6.36 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 58% of titanium grades. Thermal expansion is 8.3 µm/m·K (4.61 µin/in·°F).

Thermal Conductivity11 W/m·K6.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F
Specific Heat Capacity540 J/kg·K0.13 BTU/lb·°F
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)8.3 µm/m·K4.6 µin/in·°F
Latent Heat of Fusion365 J/g157 BTU/lb
Max Service Temperature (continuous)330°C626 °F
Min Service Temperature-253°C-423 °F

Electrical3

OT4-1-SR conducts electricity at 2.9 % IACS, better than 58% of titanium grades.

Electrical Conductivity2.9 % IACS
Electrical Resistivity6×10⁻⁷ Ω·m23.6 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 Summary—

Sustainability4

Producing a kilogram of OT4-1-SR takes about 700 MJ of energy and emits 45 kg of CO₂ — more than 74% of titanium grades. Typical recycled content is 25%.

Embodied Energy (primary production)700 MJ/kg300,946 BTU/lb
Embodied Carbon (primary production)45 kg CO₂/kg
Embodied Water900 L/kg108 gal/lb
Typical Recycled Content25%

Manufacturability7

OT4-1-SR's machinability is poor (32/100, better than 70% of titanium grades); weldability excellent (88/100); formability very good (70/100).

MachinabilityPoor32/100
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)24%
WeldabilityExcellent88/100
Formability (cold)Very good70/100
Brazeability / SolderabilityFair45/100
PolishabilityVery good70/100
Anodizing Response—

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

Working with OT4-1-SR

Is OT4-1 easy to machine?

Use low speed with high feed and copious high-pressure coolant. Sharp uncoated carbide or cobalt-bearing HSS tooling works well; avoid frictional heat and work hardening.

Can OT4-1 be welded?

TIG, plasma, electron-beam and spot welding all give good results. Maintain full inert-gas or vacuum shielding, keep surfaces clean, and stress relieve at 550–650 °C after welding if required.

Can OT4-1 be formed, bent or molded?

One of the best cold-forming titanium alloys, with bend radii down to 2–3t. Springback is large so overbend; warm form complex parts at 300–500 °C.

What surface finishes work on OT4-1?

Descale by pickling in HNO₃/HF, then blast or colour anodise as required. Electroplating is not recommended; activate mechanically or chemically before painting.

OT4-1 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
Alalpha-stabilizing element1 – 2.51.7
Mnbeta-stabilizing element0.7 – 21.2
Fe≤ 0.3—
Si≤ 0.15—
Zr≤ 0.3—
C≤ 0.1—
O≤ 0.15—
N≤ 0.05—
Hhydrogen embrittlement sensitive, must be controlled≤ 0.01—
Other, totalsum of other impurities≤ 0.3—
Tibalance—

OT4-1-SR — frequently asked

What is OT4-1-SR used for?

OT4-1-SR is typically used for deep-formed sheet parts, ducting and transition sections, welded sheet assemblies, formed skins and covers, spun and roll-formed tube parts and clamps, shims and shrouds. In short: best cold-forming titanium; bend radii to 2t; lowest strength in family.

What is the yield strength of OT4-1-SR?

OT4-1-SR has a typical yield strength of 530 MPa (76.9 ksi) and a tensile strength of 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) — weaker than 59% of titanium grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 4 listed tempers.

Is OT4-1-SR easy to machine?

Not especially — machinability is rated poor (32/100, better than 70% of titanium grades). Use low speed with high feed and copious high-pressure coolant. Sharp uncoated carbide or cobalt-bearing HSS tooling works well; avoid frictional heat and work hardening.

Can OT4-1-SR be welded?

Yes — weldability is rated excellent (88/100). TIG, plasma, electron-beam and spot welding all give good results. Maintain full inert-gas or vacuum shielding, keep surfaces clean, and stress relieve at 550–650 °C after welding if required.

What surface finishes work on OT4-1-SR?

Descale by pickling in HNO₃/HF, then blast or colour anodise as required. Electroplating is not recommended; activate mechanically or chemically before painting.

Can OT4-1-SR be formed, bent or molded?

One of the best cold-forming titanium alloys, with bend radii down to 2–3t. Springback is large so overbend; warm form complex parts at 300–500 °C.

What is the maximum service temperature of OT4-1-SR?

OT4-1-SR is rated for continuous use to about 330°C (626 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.

What is the difference between OT4-1-M and OT4-1-N?

M is the default condition — take the most widely stocked condition, vacuum or protective-atmosphere annealed sheet and strip, for cold bending, spinning and welded structures at 510 MPa yield and 24% elongation. N: pick strain-hardened cold-rolled sheet or strip when stiffness and strength govern and forming is minimal: yield rises to 700 MPa but elongation falls to 8%. Yield strength is 510 MPa in M versus 700 MPa in N.

Sources

  1. ГОСТ 19807-91 Титан и сплавы титановые деформируемые. Марки — Госстандарт (1991)
  2. ГОСТ 22178-76 Листы из титана и титановых сплавов — Госстандарт (1976)
  3. ASM Handbook Vol. 2 — Properties and Selection: Nonferrous Alloys — ASM International (1990)
  4. Титановые сплавы: свойства и применение (ВИАМ) — ВИАМ (2009)

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.