PROCESS 01
Explosion Bonding
Uses controlled high-speed collision to create a metallurgical bond between titanium and the substrate. It is commonly considered for large-size plates and demanding metal combinations.
Titanium Clad Steel Plates
12 mMaximum available length
ASTM B898Reactive / refractory metal clad plate
Ti + SteelCore product combination
3 RoutesExplosion · Rolling · Combined
CustomMaterial · Thickness · Dimensions · Quantity
Product Overview
Two Metals. One Engineered Material Solution.
Metal composite technology combines the functions of different metals through metallurgical bonding, allowing each component to perform the role for which it is best suited.
What Is a Titanium Clad Plate?
A titanium clad plate is a composite plate in which titanium or titanium alloy is used as the corrosion-resistant cladding layer and another metal is used as the structural substrate. The cladding layer is typically thinner than the total composite thickness, while the base layer provides most of the structural strength and stiffness.
This design can reduce the amount of expensive titanium required while retaining a titanium working surface. The result is a material solution that combines corrosion resistance, structural performance and cost efficiency.
Engineering principle: use the titanium layer where corrosion resistance is required and the substrate where structural strength and material economy matter.
Project-specific thickness
Titanium Cladding Layer
Provides the corrosion-resistant working surface. Titanium or titanium alloys can be selected according to the service environment and project requirements.
Base / Substrate Layer
Usually thicker and acts as the structural body, providing mechanical strength and stiffness while helping reduce overall material cost.
Engineering Advantages
Why Use Titanium Clad Plates?
The cladding and substrate perform complementary functions, allowing the material system to meet corrosion-resistance, structural and cost requirements together.
01 / CORROSION RESISTANCE
Titanium Working Surface
Titanium provides the corrosion-resistant surface required in demanding chemical, chloride, seawater and process environments.
02 / STRUCTURAL PERFORMANCE
Strong Base Metal
Carbon steel, stainless steel and other substrates provide the structural strength and stiffness needed for equipment and fabricated components.
03 / MATERIAL ECONOMY
Less Precious Metal
Only the required thickness of high-value titanium is used as the cladding, while the substrate provides the bulk of the structural material.
Product Types
Titanium Clad Plate Combinations
Titanium-clad steel is the core configuration for demanding industrial equipment. Other metal combinations can be reviewed according to project requirements.
| Product Type | Cladding | Substrate | Standard | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titanium / Steel | Titanium & Titanium Alloys | Carbon steels & specified pressure-equipment steels | ASTM B898 / project specification | Petrochemical, chemical, pressure vessels, towers and process equipment |
| Titanium / Stainless Steel | Titanium & Titanium Alloys | Specified stainless steels | ASTM B898 / project specification | Chemical and process equipment where both layers are selected for service conditions |
| Titanium / Copper | Titanium & Titanium Alloys | Copper & copper alloys | Project-specific standard / agreement | Power, metallurgy, electrodes and selected chemical equipment |
| Titanium / Aluminum | Titanium & Titanium Alloys | Aluminum & aluminum alloys | By agreement | Selected lightweight and specialty applications |
Technical Data
Specifications & Customization
General Product Parameters
ProductTitanium Clad Plates / Titanium Clad Metal Composite Plates
CladdingTitanium & Titanium Alloys
SubstratesCarbon steel, stainless steel, copper & copper alloys; other combinations subject to agreement
Maximum LengthUp to 12 meters
SurfaceGrinding finish; additional machining available according to requirement
CustomizationMaterial grade, total thickness, layer thickness, dimensions, quantity and technical requirements
What We Need for a Quotation
Cladding GradeFor example: GR1, GR2, GR12 or another specified titanium grade
Substrate GradeFor example: 304 / 30408, carbon steel or another specified base material
Total ThicknessSpecify total thickness and, where required, individual cladding/base thickness
DimensionsDiameter or width × length, according to product geometry
QuantityRequired number of plates / pieces or total quantity
Technical RequirementsSurface, machining, inspection, testing and other project-specific requirements
Sample configurations:
| Type | Materials | Dimensions / Layer Thickness |
|---|---|---|
| Circular Plate | 304 + GR2 | Diameter 830 mm | 28 mm stainless steel + 6 mm GR2 |
| Rectangular Plate | 30408 + GR2 | 1440 mm × 3180 mm | 10 mm 30408 + 3 mm GR2 |
Manufacturing
Three Composite Bonding Routes
Common bonding routes include explosion bonding, rolling bonding and combined explosion + rolling. The suitable route is selected according to material combination, dimensions, thickness and project requirements.
PROCESS 02
Rolling Bonding
Titanium and substrate plates are stacked and bonded through controlled rolling under heat and pressure. The route can be considered where production efficiency and surface quality are important.
PROCESS 03
Explosion + Rolling
A bonded slab is produced first and then rolled to refine dimensions, thickness control and surface condition. This combined route can be considered for larger or more demanding plate configurations.
Process selection depends on the product design. Large-size plates, required dimensions, metal combination, thickness and surface requirements should be reviewed together before selecting the manufacturing route.
Applications
Where Titanium Clad Plates Are Used
Titanium clad steel plates are considered for equipment where a corrosion-resistant working surface is needed without making the entire structural body from titanium.
Petrochemical & Chemical Equipment
Titanium-steel clad plates are identified as a traditional and important application in petrochemical and chemical equipment. Titanium provides stability in various acid, alkali and salt media, while the substrate supplies the structural body.
- Pressure vessels
- Chemical processing towers
- Petroleum refining and chemical plants
- Bleaching equipment in textile and paper industries
Seawater Desalination
Titanium's resistance to seawater, chloride solutions and fluid erosion makes titanium-steel clad plates a material option for desalination equipment where corrosion resistance is a key requirement.
Power, Metallurgy & Electrochemical Equipment
Titanium-copper composite plates are listed for power and metallurgy applications and are described as combining electrical conductivity with corrosion resistance. They can also be used for electrodes and chemical processing equipment.
Typical Project Configuration
Start With the Configuration, Not Just the Grade
For clad-plate projects, the material combination, dimensions and layer thicknesses determine the manufacturing and quotation approach.
Example Configuration
CladdingGR2 / commercially pure titanium
Cladding Thickness1.2 mm
SubstrateQ235B steel
Plate SizeApprox. 900–2500 mm × 11.66–11.68 m
Why This Matters for Quotation
A large steel substrate with a relatively thin titanium working layer can reduce titanium consumption compared with a solid-titanium design. Final feasibility, bonding route, tolerances and inspection requirements should be reviewed against the complete project specification.
Material Optimization
Use Titanium Where It Matters
Composite design is not simply about joining two metals. It is about assigning each material a specific engineering function.
| Requirement | Titanium Cladding | Base / Substrate | Composite Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corrosion resistance | Primary function | Secondary | Corrosion-resistant working surface |
| Mechanical strength / stiffness | Not the main design role | Primary function | Structural support from substrate |
| Material cost | Used selectively | Bulk material | Reduced use of high-value titanium |
| Electrical performance | Selected according to system | Copper or copper alloy can contribute conductivity | Functional combination for specific equipment |
| Overall performance | Different properties are combined through metallurgical bonding | Can achieve a performance combination not provided by a single metal | |
Quality Control
Quality & Inspection
Inspection is planned around the material specification and project requirements, with attention to substrate quality, bonding integrity, surface condition and final dimensions.
01 / RAW MATERIAL
Base Plate Verification
Base plate acceptance includes quality certification and verification of required material condition. For specified pressure-equipment substrates, chemical analysis, tensile testing and impact testing can be included according to the applicable specification.
02 / NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING
Bonding & Defect Inspection
Inspection can include UT, RT, PT and other project-required non-destructive examinations. Surface condition is checked before NDT to ensure the inspection surface is clean and suitable for evaluation.
03 / PROCESS CONTROL
Explosion Bonding Parameters
For explosion bonding, material selection, explosive type, installation method, explosive charge quality and stand-off distance are considered together as key process parameters.
| Inspection / Control | What It Covers |
|---|---|
| Material verification | Mill certificates and required material condition for titanium cladding and substrate. |
| Bonding inspection | Non-destructive examination such as UT, with acceptance criteria agreed to the applicable standard and project specification. |
| Additional NDT | RT, PT or other examinations can be arranged when required by the inspection plan. |
| Final inspection | Dimensions, surface condition and other agreed requirements are checked before shipment. |
Inspection planning: Hold, Witness, Review or other inspection points can be arranged according to the purchaser's project inspection plan. Acceptance criteria should be confirmed before production.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Key questions about materials, bonding routes, customization and processing are answered below.
What is a titanium clad plate?
It is a metal composite plate in which titanium or titanium alloy forms the cladding layer and a structural metal, commonly steel, forms the substrate. The layers are metallurgically bonded.
Why not make the whole plate from titanium?
Titanium offers excellent corrosion resistance, while a composite structure can reduce the amount of titanium required and improve material economy. A composite structure uses titanium selectively as the corrosion-resistant layer while the substrate provides the structural body and helps reduce cost.
Which titanium grades can be used as cladding?
GR1, GR2 and GR12 are examples of titanium grades that can be specified for cladding. The exact grade should be confirmed according to the service environment and customer specification.
Which substrate materials are available?
Carbon steel and stainless steel are common substrate options. Copper, copper alloys and other combinations can be reviewed for specific projects, subject to technical agreement.
What bonding methods are available?
Available bonding routes include Explosion Bonding, Rolling Bonding and Explosion + Rolling. The appropriate route depends on dimensions, material combination, thickness and required product quality.
Can Titanium Clad Plates be customized?
Yes. Please provide titanium grade, substrate grade, total thickness, individual layer thicknesses where applicable, dimensions, quantity and technical requirements. Maximum available length can reach 12 meters.
What is the typical surface condition?
Grinding finish is available, with precision machining of surfaces and outer diameter arranged according to product geometry and requirements.
Can you handle large-size clad plates?
Yes. Maximum available length can reach 12 meters, subject to the selected configuration and manufacturing route.
Tell Us Your Titanium Clad Plate Requirements
For an accurate quotation, send the titanium grade, substrate grade, total thickness, cladding thickness, dimensions, quantity and technical requirements. ProX Metal can then review the composite configuration and processing route.
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