Ti -13NB-13Zr Titanium Wire

Ti-13Nb-13Zr wire  is a near β alloy formulated at the beginning of the 1990s to be used in orthopedic applications due to its low Young’s MODULUS (40-80 GPa) and its non-toxic composition. The main advantage of the Ti-13Nb-13Zr alloy, compared to other titanium alloys, such as Ti-6Al-4V and Ti-6Al-7Nb, widely used as biomaterials, is its low elasticity modulus, closer to that of bone, and the absence of aluminum and vanadium, which have been reported to cause long-term adverse effects. It presents tensile values of approximately 1300 MPa and superior corrosion resistance when compared to Ti-6Al-4V and Ti-6Al-7Nb.

Chemical Component of Ti-13Nb-13Zr Wire

Mechanical Properties of Ti-13Nb-13Zr Wire

The main characteristics and applications of Ti-13Nb-13Zr wire:
Main features:
1. High strength and low modulus: Ti-13Nb-13Zr alloy possesses high tensile strength while maintaining a relatively low elastic modulus, which helps reduce stress shielding effects, especially in medical implant applications .
2. Excellent corrosion resistance: The alloy has high resistance to corrosion and can maintain stability even in extreme environments, such as chlorine-containing environments.
3. Biocompatibility: Due to its excellent biocompatibility, it will not cause adverse reactions to human tissues and is suitable for long-term implantation in the body.
4. Cold workability: The alloy can increase its strength through cold working and can be made into different shapes such as filaments.
5. Superelasticity: Some β-type titanium alloys exhibit superelastic behavior, that is, they are able to undergo a large amount of elastic deformation after external force is applied, and return to their original shape after the force is removed.

  Application areas:
1. Medical implants: Mainly used to produce orthopedic implants, such as joint replacement devices, fracture internal fixators, and surgical needles and threads.
2. Dentistry: Used as dental implants and restorative materials.
3. Medical devices: Manufacture of various surgical tools and equipment, including those requiring high fatigue resistance and good plasticity.
4. Eyewear industry: used to make eyeglass frames with good elasticity, comfort and durability.
5. Sports equipment: In the field of sports equipment, such as golf heads and tennis racket strings, their lightweight and high-strength characteristics are utilized.
6. Aerospace: Although not as widely used in this industry as other specialty alloys, Ti-13Nb-13Zr can also be used to manufacture specific components, especially those requiring extreme reliability and durability.
7. Precision instruments: In precision engineering and instrument manufacturing, this alloy can be used to manufacture parts that require high precision and stability.