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Post date : 2011-03-21 10:02:10
Titanium is an element (symbol Ti) like gold, silver and platinum.
Its atomic number is 22, with atomic weight of 47.9, an electron
configuration of 2-8-10-2, and a specific gravity of 4.5. Titanium
has a melting point of 3020 F (1660C) and a boiling point of 5949 F
(3287C). It is a silvery white non ferrous metal with the highest
strength to weight ratio of any known element. For this reason
titanium is the favored material in the aerospace industry. 85% of
the structural components in the Space Shuttle are made of
titanium. The average commercial aircraft contains over 1 ton of
titanium.
Titanium has impacted mankind more positively and diversely than
any single element in history. It is the element that took us to
the depths of the ocean, the far reaches of the galaxy and elevated
our capacities in medicine, industry and science.
Few materials have as much potential for dynamic growth during the
1990's, and beyond, as titanium. It's on the cutting edge of some
really exciting and extraordinary developments, many of which are
in newly emerging technologies." - Sen. John Glenn
Titanium is inert.
Titanium has been embraced by the medical world for its superior
bio-compatibility, and is the preferred material for surgical
instruments and implants. Titanium is inert and therefore
completely corrosion resistant. It does not react to salt water,
sunlight, or any body chemistry. Titanium is 100% hypoallergenic.
Titanium is the preferred material for surgical tools, implants,
pacemaker cases and other internal casings. It wont react with any
part of the body, making it a great choice for even those persons
most sensitive to other materials. When a person has an allergic
reaction when wearing a pair of gold or silver earrings due to the
alloys, it is recommended that they switch over to titanium
earrings. And unlike silver, titanium will never tarnish!
Titanium is extremely durable and strong.
Titanium is more resistant and has the highest strength to weight
ratio of ANY known element, which is why 85% of the Space Shuttles
structure is titanium. In fact that is why many titanium ring
manufacturers have a lifetime warranty. In jewelry applications,
titaniums strength allows for design capabilities that were
otherwise impossible. For example, tension set rings made with
titanium provides maximum security for the stone. Softer materials
such as gold, silver and platinum cannot make this claim! In fact,
even the softest forms of titanium start with over 30,000 psi
tension, much more than platinum. Titanium can be worn throughout
active and demanding lifestyles without concern for the excessive
wear and tear that would be exhibited by gold and platinum.
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