Bicycle
Titanium bicycle frames are commonly built from Grade 9 (Ti-3Al-2.5V) tube, chosen for its strength-to-weight ratio and its suitability for tube drawing. Laube supplies Grade 9 tube against a purchase order, and Grade 5 bar.
Common grades
| Grade | Alloy | UNS |
|---|---|---|
| Grade 9 | Ti-3Al-2.5V | R56320 |
| Grade 5 | Ti-6Al-4V | R56400 |
Common forms
Related components
Fasteners
Laube supplies bolts, nuts, machine screws, socket cap screws, washers, rivets, pins, studs, threaded rod, clips and clamps in stainless steel, titanium, carbon steel, alloy steel, aluminum and brass.
CNC Machined Parts
Laube supplies precision CNC machined parts made to customer drawings and specifications: turned and milled pins, shafts, bushings, fittings, connectors and housings, in stainless steel, carbon steel, brass, aluminum, titanium and specialty alloys.
Supply facts
- Grade 9 tube ordered in against a purchase order
- Tube and bar cut to length in-house, +0.125″ / −0
Frequently Asked Questions
What titanium is used for bicycle frames?
Grade 9 titanium (Ti-3Al-2.5V) tube. It is stronger than commercially pure titanium and suited to cold working and tube drawing; Grade 5 bar is used for machined frame parts.
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