Titanium and Titanium Alloys High Pressure Vessels | Roben Manufacturing
Titanium and Titanium Alloys for High Pressure Applications
Titanium and titanium alloys offer an extraordinary combination of high strength, low density, and exceptional corrosion resistance that makes them invaluable for specialized high pressure vessel applications. Commercially pure titanium grades provide outstanding resistance to oxidizing acids and chloride environments, while alloyed grades (Ti-6Al-4V, Ti-3Al-2.5V) deliver strength-to-weight ratios exceeding all other structural metals. Titanium forms a self-healing oxide layer that protects against most corrosive media, enabling decades of service in aggressive environments.
Why Choose Titanium and Titanium Alloys?
Titanium pressure vessels excel where weight reduction is critical, corrosion resistance paramount, or both factors converge. Aerospace applications benefit from titanium’s 40% weight savings versus steel at equivalent strength. Chemical processing leverages titanium’s immunity to chloride stress corrosion cracking and resistance to oxidizing acids. Marine environments that rapidly corrode steel and aluminum leave titanium unaffected. While material costs exceed most alternatives, total lifecycle costs often favor titanium when maintenance, replacement, and performance factors are considered.
Applications
Titanium and Titanium Alloys high pressure vessels serve:
• Aerospace hydraulic reservoirs
• Marine seawater systems
• Chlor-alkali production
• Wet chlorine handling
• Desalination equipment
• Biomedical devices
• Sports and racing equipment
• Geothermal power systems
Material Grades Available
Roben Manufacturing works with:
• Grade 2 CP titanium (general corrosion)
• Grade 7 (enhanced crevice corrosion resistance)
• Grade 12 (high-strength, weldable)
• Ti-6Al-4V (Grade 5, high strength)
• Ti-3Al-2.5V (Grade 9, aerospace tubing)
• Ti-6Al-4V ELI (Grade 23, biomedical)
Material Properties & Capabilities
• Density: 0.163 lb/in³ (56% of steel)
• Yield strengths: 40,000 – 150,000+ PSI
• Service temperatures: cryogenic to 1,000°F
• Immune to chloride stress corrosion
• Excellent fatigue performance
• Non-magnetic and biocompatible
Certifications & Standards
All Roben titanium and titanium alloys pressure vessels are manufactured in accordance with:
• ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code Section VIII, Division 3
• ASME Section X (for composite pressure vessels)
• European Pressure Equipment Directive (PED)
• AD 2000-Merkblatt HP 0 (for high pressure applications)
Our quality management system ensures full material traceability, certified mill test reports, and documented fabrication procedures for every vessel.
Roben Manufacturing Expertise
With over 65 years of pressure vessel fabrication experience, Roben Manufacturing has developed specialized capabilities for working with titanium and titanium alloys. Our skilled craftsmen, certified welding procedures, and advanced manufacturing equipment ensure optimal results regardless of material complexity. We maintain extensive material supplier relationships to secure competitive pricing and reliable availability for all grades.
Frequently Asked Questions
What pressure ratings can be achieved with titanium and titanium alloys?
Achievable pressure ratings depend on vessel geometry, operating temperature, and specific material grade. Roben Manufacturing engineers work with customers to optimize designs that meet pressure requirements while considering material properties, code requirements, and economic factors.
Can Roben fabricate titanium and titanium alloys vessels to customer specifications?
Absolutely. Roben Manufacturing specializes in custom pressure vessel fabrication. We can build to customer drawings or develop designs from performance specifications. Our engineering team provides material selection guidance to ensure optimal performance and value.
What quality documentation is provided?
All vessels include ASME data reports (U or U2 stamps as applicable), certified mill test reports, NDE reports, hydrostatic test certificates, and dimensional inspection records. Additional documentation per customer requirements is available.
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Request a Quote for Titanium and Titanium Alloys Pressure Vessels
Contact Roben Manufacturing to discuss your high pressure vessel requirements.
Phone: (732) 364-6000
Email: sales@robenmfg.com
Address: 760 Vassar Avenue, Lakewood, NJ 08701
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