Titanium Sourcing Guides

Titanium Grade 9: The Middle Ground Between Gr2 and Gr5

Gr9 isn't a compromise — it's the correct spec when you need more strength than Gr2 but better weldability and formability than Gr5. Here's when that trade actually applies.

Titanium Grade 2 vs Grade 5: Which One Do You Actually Need?

Gr5 isn't 'better' than Gr2 — it's different. How to tell which one your application needs, and why defaulting to Gr5 often costs more for no benefit.

AMS Titanium Specifications: What They Are and When You Actually Need Them

AMS is stricter than ASTM and not interchangeable with it. Here's what AMS 4928 actually requires, and how to tell if your application really needs it.

ASTM Titanium Standards Explained: B348, B265, and When to Use Them

What ASTM actually certifies, the specific standards that apply to titanium bar and sheet, and how to reference them correctly in an RFQ.

How to Write a Titanium Bar RFQ Suppliers Can Actually Quote

The most common reason titanium bar quotes come back wrong or slow isn't price negotiation — it's an unclear RFQ. Here's what to include.