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China Suppliers - Multilayer Metal Composite Bar Materials from Leading Factory for Titanium, Copper, and Steel

Baoji Special Steel Titanium Industry Co., Ltd. is a leading manufacturer and supplier in China, specializing in high-quality metal composite materials. Our diverse product line includes titanium clad copper, zirconium clad copper, stainless steel clad copper, tantalum clad copper, and titanium clad aluminum. Additionally, we offer innovative three-layer metal composite materials, such as titanium clad copper clad steel and stainless steel clad copper clad steel. All of our products are manufactured using advanced rolling composite processes, ensuring exceptional quality and performance. Partner with us as your trusted factory for all your composite material needs

    Product Performance & Specification Range

    Baoji special steel titanium industry Co.,Ltd. since 2001 start manufacture metal composite material series product, after 25 years of hard work development, we have set up a perfect specialized metal composite material production line.

    Reference Standard GB/T 12769-2015
    Specification Variety Range Clad Materials: Titanium GR1, Gr2, TA1, TA2, stainless steel (304, 316L), etc.
    Intermediate Layer Materials: Copper T1, T2, anaerobic Copper TU1, TU2, etc.
    Inner Layer Material: stainless steel (304, 316L), steel (Q235), etc.
    Main Cross-Section Shape & Size Range (mm) Rectangular: width (20 ~ 150) x thickness (6 ~ 30)
    Circle: Φ (8 ~ 50)
    Square Model: (10 ~ 30)

    * Products can be customized according to the customer's requirements.

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    High-performance and low-cost product

    Core Functions of Each Layer of Materials and the Comprehensive Performance after Composite

    The essence of this structure lies in the firm combination of the three through metallurgical methods (such as explosive cladding and rolling cladding), achieving a performance of "1 + 1 + 1 > 3".

    Outer Layer - Titanium
    Function: Provides excellent corrosion resistance and biocompatibility.

    Performance contribution: Resists seawater, acidic environments, and chloride ion corrosion; low density reduces weight; aesthetically pleasing surface.
    Middle Layer - Copper
    Function: Offers superior electrical and thermal conductivity, and serves as a functional transition layer and buffer layer.

    Performance contribution: Acts as the primary channel for current or heat. Alleviates thermal stress, enhances bonding strength, and improves production feasibility.
    Inner/Base Layer - Steel
    Function: Provides the main structural strength, rigidity, and toughness, and significantly reduces costs.

    Performance contribution: High mechanical strength, good processability (such as welding and machining), and a cost-effective base material.
    Summary of Comprehensive Performance
    • "External corrosion resistance + medium-high conductivity + internal high strength": The surface is corrosion-resistant, the middle layer is highly efficient for electrical conduction and heat transfer, and the inner layer is strong and capable of bearing loads.
    • Excellent electrochemical compatibility: In certain applications (such as cathodic protection), the potential sequence positions of titanium and copper can be carefully designed to achieve specific functions.
    • Good thermal expansion matching: Through the transition of the copper layer, the stress caused by the difference in thermal expansion and contraction between the titanium layer and the steel layer is reduced.
    • High cost performance: While ensuring high performance on the surface, using inexpensive steel as the base material is much less costly than using all titanium or thick copper materials.

    Main purposes and application fields

    Ti/Cu/Steel clad material is always aimed at meeting extreme or special multi-functional requirements, mainly applied in:

    1. High-End Chemical and Electrochemical Industries

    Specific Application: Special electrolytic electrodes and anode baskets. Used in the electrolysis of corrosive media (such as chlorine-containing environments), the titanium layer resists corrosion, the copper layer ensures uniform current distribution, and the steel layer serves as a framework. They can also be used as conductive structural components in highly corrosive environments.

    2. Marine Engineering and Shipbuilding

    Specific Application: Hybrid grounding and lightning protection systems for ships. The titanium layer resists seawater corrosion, the copper layer provides a low-resistance grounding path, and the steel layer offers structural support. This is its most classic and important application. Also used in Cathodic Protection Systems as auxiliary anodes or special connectors.

    3. Power and Energy Sector (especially nuclear power)

    Specific Application: Integrated conductive/structural components for key parts of nuclear power plants. For instance, control rod drive mechanisms or measurement instrument penetration assemblies require titanium to resist high-temperature/high-pressure water, copper for precise/low-loss signal transmission, and steel to withstand mechanical loads.

    4. Aerospace and Defense (Special Purposes)

    Specific Application: Special parts requiring lightweight, high strength, high conductivity, and environmental corrosion resistance. Examples include grounding, electromagnetic shielding, or conductive structural units in spacecraft. The copper layer provides electromagnetic pulse protection.

    5. Scientific Research Equipment

    Specific Application: Vacuum chambers or beam components in particle accelerators and synchrotron radiation sources. The titanium layer facilitates achieving ultra-high vacuum, the copper layer is used for cooling or transmitting high-frequency currents, and the steel layer provides the main structure.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    What standard is followed for the production of these composite materials?
    Our metal composite materials are manufactured in reference to the GB/T 12769-2015 standard.
    What materials are used for the different layers of the clad bars?
    The outer clad layer uses Titanium (GR1, Gr2, TA1, TA2) or stainless steel. The intermediate layer uses Copper (T1, T2) or anaerobic Copper (TU1, TU2). The inner layer utilizes stainless steel (304, 316L) or carbon steel (Q235).
    Why is copper placed as the intermediate layer between titanium and steel?
    Copper provides excellent electrical and thermal conductivity. Additionally, it acts as a buffer and bonding layer that alleviates thermal stress caused by differing expansion coefficients between titanium and steel, preventing brittle intermetallic compounds from forming.
    Are custom sizes and shapes available for the composite materials?
    Yes. While our standard shapes include Rectangular, Circle, and Square models within specific size ranges, all products can be fully customized according to the customer's specific requirements.
    What are the main application fields for Ti/Cu/Steel clad materials?
    They are primarily used in high-end chemical and electrochemical industries, marine engineering and shipbuilding (grounding and lightning protection), the power and energy sector (nuclear power components), aerospace and defense, and scientific research equipment like particle accelerators.