Tag Archives: Titanium

Titanium bolts: Light weight fasteners that are stronger than aluminum

Posted on December 7, 2017 by dean

Q:  I have a lightweight application that requires high strength. I’ve tried aluminum screws because I thought they were ultra lightweight but after breaking I increased my bolt size and now I have more weight and still breakage. No sure what to do. A:  Yes aluminum is a lightweight material … Continue reading →

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Bolt resistant to sodium hypochlorite with 80ksi yield strength

Posted on November 7, 2017 by dean

Q: I’m looking for guidance on fasteners with good resistance exposure to sodium hypochlorite. The material would need to be bleach-resistance, but also have a tensile yield strength of over 80ksi.

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Choosing a Specialty Material Hose Clamp

Posted on August 29, 2017 by dean

small-worm-driveExtreme bolt offers hose clamps in Titanium and Hastelloy C276. This newsletter overviews the two styles available – worm drive and medium duty – as well as highlight what materials are best for your application. Titanium Grade 2 hose clamps are in stock and available in the sizes shown here. Hastelloy C276 hose clamps are custom made to order … Continue reading →

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Lightweight fastener stronger than aluminum

Posted on August 3, 2017 by dean

Q: I needed a lightweight fastener and tried aluminum but it can’t come close to sustaining the weight of my application. Can you suggest anything compatibly light weight that is stronger? A: Titanium mass is about 50% less than steel however when compared to aluminium is still about 60% heavier. … Continue reading →

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Screws for high velocity salt water with debris

Posted on July 10, 2017 by dean

Q: I have a salt water environment with high velocities and a lot of debris including sand, dirt and particles. Because of the amount of debris, I’m concerned about what material would work best. A: Both Monel and Titanium can be good choices in this situation. Both perform extremely well … Continue reading →

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Titanium bolt for sodium hypochlorite corrosion

Posted on July 5, 2017 by dean

Q: I’m using sodium hypochlorite to control slime and bacteria formation in a power plant water system. It’s in about a 15% solution. I tried using Duplex fasteners thinking they are good with chlorides but I’m having corrosion issues. Any suggestions? A:  I think the problem you have is the fact … Continue reading →

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Titanium grade 5 bolts for lightweight robotic application

Posted on April 25, 2017 by dean

Q: I have a robotic application where I need a fastener that is both lightweight and strong. Also, the style of the fastener needs to provide a wide clamping area in a low clearance area. Any suggestions? A: A material you might consider is Titanium, grade 5. The most common … Continue reading →

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Titanium vs Monel: Bolts for stagnant sea water

Posted on April 7, 2017 by dean

Q: I have a seawater application where the water can be stagnant or polluted. Is Monel bolts the best choice? A: For stagnant seawater application we would usually suggest Titanium over Monel fasteners. Although Monel is very resistant to saltwater, it can experience pitting corrosion in stagnant water situations. There have … Continue reading →

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The Specialty Material Fasteners of a Star Wars X-Wing Fighter

Posted on December 21, 2016 by dean

NASA has been designing rockets and manned space ships for over 50 years, but nothing like the innovation needed to build a light-speed, fighter spacecraft. At Extreme Bolt, we supply the aviation industry with a diversity of fasteners made from extreme materials. Though Star Wars is a fictitious story, it … Continue reading →

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