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Multilayer Metal Composite Bar Material - Titanium, Zirconium, Stainless Steel, and More from China Suppliers and Factory

Baoji Special Steel Titanium Industry Co., Ltd. is a leading factory and supplier in China, specializing in high-quality metal composite materials. Our extensive product range includes titanium clad copper, zirconium clad copper, stainless steel clad copper, tantalum clad copper, and titanium clad aluminum. We also offer advanced three-layer metal composite materials, such as titanium clad copper clad steel and stainless steel clad copper clad steel. All our products are expertly manufactured using the rolling composite process, ensuring superior performance and reliability. Partner with us for premium solutions in metal composites

    Product Performance & Specification Range
    Baoji Special Steel Titanium Industry Co., Ltd. has been manufacturing metal composite material series products since 2001. After 25 years of dedicated development, we have established a complete and specialized metal composite material production line.

    Reference Standard: GB/T 12769-2015
    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 Materials

    Stainless Steel (304, 316L)
    Steel (Q235), etc.

    Main Cross-Section Shapes & Sizes (mm)

    Rectangular: Width (20–150) × Thickness (6–30)
    Circle: Φ (8–50)
    Square: (10–30)

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

    Product Display

    High-Performance and Low-Cost Product
    Core Functions of Each Layer and Comprehensive Performance after Composite
    The essence of this structure lies in the firm combination of three layers through metallurgical methods (such as explosive cladding and rolling cladding), achieving a performance of "1 + 1 + 1 > 3".
    Ti
    Outer Layer — Titanium (Ti)

    Function: Provides excellent corrosion resistance and biocompatibility.

    • Resists seawater, acidic environments, and chloride ion corrosion
    • Low density reduces overall weight
    • Aesthetically pleasing surface finish
    Cu
    Middle Layer — Copper (Cu)

    Function: Offers superior electrical and thermal conductivity; serves as a functional transition and buffer layer.

    • Acts as the primary channel for current or heat in high-conductivity scenarios
    • Effectively alleviates thermal stress between titanium and steel
    • Enhances bonding strength and improves production feasibility
    Fe
    Inner Layer — Steel (Stainless or Carbon Steel)

    Function: Provides main structural strength, rigidity, and toughness; significantly reduces costs.

    • High mechanical strength and good processability
    • Supports welding and machining
    • 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 surface performance, 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 designed to meet extreme or special multi-functional requirements, with applications across a wide range of high-demand industries.
    1
    High-End Chemical & Electrochemical Industries

    Used in special electrolytic electrodes and anode baskets for corrosive media (e.g., chlorine-containing environments). The titanium layer resists corrosion, the copper layer ensures uniform current distribution, and the steel layer serves as a structural framework. Also applied as conductive structural components in highly corrosive environments.

    2
    Marine Engineering & Shipbuilding

    Ideal for 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. Also used in cathodic protection systems as auxiliary anodes or special connectors requiring both conductivity and corrosion resistance.

    3
    Power & Energy Sector (Nuclear Power)

    Applied in integrated conductive/structural components for key parts of nuclear power plants, such as control rod drive mechanisms or measurement instrument penetration assemblies. Titanium resists high-temperature and high-pressure water; copper enables precise, low-loss signal/current transmission; steel withstands mechanical loads and enables welding to main structures.

    4
    Aerospace & Defense

    Used for special parts requiring lightweight, high strength, high conductivity, and environmental corrosion resistance — such as grounding, electromagnetic shielding, or conductive structural units in spacecraft or high-performance aircraft. The copper layer provides electromagnetic pulse protection capability.

    5
    Scientific Research Equipment

    Applied in vacuum chambers or beam components in particle accelerators and synchrotron radiation sources. The titanium layer facilitates ultra-high vacuum (low outgassing rate); the copper layer handles cooling or high-frequency current transmission; the steel layer provides the main structure. The copper layer also effectively dissipates internal heat.


    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
    Q
    What is multilayer metal composite bar material and how is it manufactured?
    Multilayer metal composite bar material is a product that bonds two or more different metal materials together through metallurgical methods to form a unified structural component. Common manufacturing techniques include explosive cladding and rolling cladding. These processes create a firm, permanent bond at the interface, allowing each layer to contribute its unique properties to the final product.
    Q
    What are the standard specifications and sizes available for Ti/Cu/Steel composite bars?
    Our composite bars are available in a wide range of cross-section shapes and sizes. Rectangular bars range from width 20–150 mm × thickness 6–30 mm; circular bars range from Φ8–50 mm; and square bars range from 10–30 mm. Custom dimensions are also available based on customer requirements. Reference standard: GB/T 12769-2015.
    Q
    Why is copper used as the intermediate layer between titanium and steel?
    Copper serves as a critical buffer and bonding layer because the crystal structures and thermal expansion coefficients of titanium and steel differ significantly, making direct bonding difficult and prone to brittle intermetallic compounds. Copper has better metallurgical compatibility with both metals, effectively alleviating thermal stress, enhancing interface bonding strength, and improving the overall feasibility of the manufacturing process.
    Q
    In which industries are Ti/Cu/Steel clad composite bars most commonly applied?
    Ti/Cu/Steel composite bars are widely used in high-end chemical and electrochemical industries (e.g., electrolytic electrodes), marine engineering and shipbuilding (e.g., grounding and cathodic protection systems), nuclear power plants, aerospace and defense applications, and scientific research equipment such as particle accelerators and synchrotron radiation devices.
    Q
    How does the Ti/Cu/Steel composite bar achieve high cost performance?
    By using a cost-effective steel core as the base structural material and applying titanium only as the outer corrosion-resistant layer and copper as the conductive intermediate layer, the composite bar achieves the performance characteristics of premium materials at a fraction of the cost of solid titanium or thick copper products. This makes it an economically attractive solution for demanding industrial applications.
    Q
    Can the composite bars be customized to meet specific project requirements?
    Yes. Baoji Special Steel Titanium Industry Co., Ltd. offers full customization of composite bar products, including material combinations (e.g., different titanium grades, stainless steel types, or copper grades), cross-section shapes, dimensions, and layer thicknesses. Our engineering team works closely with customers to develop solutions that precisely meet their technical and performance requirements.