Core purchasing elements

1. Supplier qualifications and technical capabilities

Select manufacturers with professional qualifications, and focus on the experience of the technical team, progressiveness of production equipment and quality control system.

2. Material and process compatibility

Brand selection:

TC4: Suitable for high-intensity demand scenarios.

TA9/TA10: Strong corrosion resistance, suitable for chemical pipelines and marine equipment.

Process requirements:

Free forging or die forging, priority is given to enterprises that support segmented forging and intelligent detection technology.

Customization process and technical requirements

1. Clear customization requirements

Provide drawings or technical parameters to clarify the application scenarios.

Example of Special Needs:

Medical titanium forgings: must comply with biocompatibility standards.

Aerospace components: require non-destructive testing such as ultrasonic testing and penetrant testing.

2. Quality Control Standards

Implement the national standard GB/T 25137-2010 to ensure that the chemical composition and mechanical properties meet the standards.

Key testing items:

Hardness testing and impact toughness assessment.

Surface defect inspection.

Supplier screening and cost optimization

1. Comprehensive cost-effectiveness evaluation

Cost control suggestions:

Reduce material waste.

Optimize fly edge loss.

2. Delivery and after-sales service

Clearly define the delivery cycle and sign a contract specifying the liability for breach of contract.

Priority should be given to suppliers who provide technical guidance and inspection reports.

Precautions

1. Avoid common problems

β brittleness: strict temperature control, and if necessary, secondary plastic deformation repair can be used.

Local coarse grain: Strengthen mold lubrication and preheating, homogenize deformation in the pre forging process.

2. Small batch trial order

Suggest conducting small-scale trial production before cooperation to verify process stability and quality consistency.

Through the above guidelines, it is possible to systematically screen titanium forging suppliers that meet the requirements and ensure that customized products achieve a balance in performance, cost, and delivery cycle.