Aerospace Application Brief

Aerospace Linecard

Aerospace airframe cutaway
TypeMaterial
FuselageTi-6AL-4V
DoorsTi-6AL-4V, 15-5 PH
NacellesTi-6AL-4V, 625, 718
Landing GearsTi-6AL-4V, Ti-6-6-2, 15-5 PH, 17-4 PH, Custom 465®
Thrust ReversersTi-6AL-4V, 625, 718, 17-4 PH
WingsTi-6AL-4V, 15-5 PH
TailTi-6AL-4V, 15-5 PH

Fasteners

Nickel and titanium alloys are used for fasteners in aerospace due to their strength, fatigue resistance, and ability to endure temperature fluctuations.

MaterialUse
Ti-6AL-4VAerospace bolts, screws, nuts, washers, and studs
Ti-6AL-4V ELIEngine fasteners and aircraft bolts
625Aerospace bolts, nuts, screws
718Engine fasteners, turbine bolts, and high performance structural joints
A286A popular choice for high-strength bolts, brackets, and aircraft structural fasteners

United Performance Metals is a certified and regularly audited AS9100 organization. We purchase only prime materials from leading mill sources. Additionally, our materials can be certified to popular industry standards like AMS, ASTM, MILS and others. To view our certifications, click here.