Titanium
Complex Titanium Machining for Demanding Applications
Owens Industries provides precision titanium machining services for complex components requiring exceptional accuracy, strength and reliability. Titanium's high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance and biocompatibility make it ideal for aerospace, medical, defense and other demanding applications. Our experience machining difficult alloys, like titanium, allows us to produce intricate parts with tight tolerances and challenging geometries.
Our titanium CNC machining capabilities include 4-axis and 5-axis milling, Swiss machining, micromachining, CNC turning, wire EDM and sinker EDM. These advanced processes allow our machinists to manufacture custom titanium parts with complex features and tolerances as tight as 0.0005".
Since 1944, Owens Industries has manufactured precision components for industries where dimensional accuracy and material performance are critical. Our Wisconsin machine shop combines advanced CNC equipment, experienced machinists and rigorous quality control to meet demanding titanium machining specifications.
Owens Industries
Titanium Machining Services For Your Industry
Owens Industries manufactures custom titanium components for industries requiring lightweight strength, corrosion resistance and dimensional precision. Our advanced titanium machining services accommodate intricate geometries, tight tolerances and specialized material requirements for critical applications. From aerospace components and defense systems to medical implants and surgical instruments, we machine titanium parts built to meet demanding performance specifications.
Custom Precision-Machined Titanium Parts & Components
Owens Industries produces custom CNC-machined titanium parts for high-stress, high-performance applications. Our machining capabilities accommodate complex components, including adapters, hydraulic shafts, motor shafts, pinions, axle shafts, sprockets, torsion bars and other specialized parts requiring precise dimensions and intricate features.
Titanium presents unique CNC machining challenges with its high strength, low thermal conductivity and tendency to generate concentrated heat during cutting. Effective titanium alloy machining requires controlled cutting speeds, appropriate tooling and careful management of heat and tool wear. Owens Industries uses advanced machining techniques and process controls to achieve consistent precision in complex titanium components.
Our Oak Creek, Wisconsin CNC machine shop serves customers nationwide with specialized titanium machining capabilities. Explore our CNC product image gallery and video gallery to view examples of our precision manufacturing work, including complex aerospace and medical titanium components.
Example titanium components include:
- Aerospace components like precision structural parts, engine components and specialized aircraft hardware
- Medical components like titanium implants, surgical instruments and medical device housings
- Marine components like corrosion-resistant ship fittings and underwater equipment components
- Sports equipment like lightweight bicycle components and golf club heads
- Automotive components like performance engine components and suspension parts
- Consumer goods like precision watch components and titanium jewelry
- Chemical processing components like heat exchangers, piping components and reactor vessels
Additional Titanium CNC Components We Manufacture
| Part | Application | Industry | Machining Process Used | Specific Feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Door Stop | Hatch Stop | Aircraft OEM | 4-Axis Milling | Fine Milling Profiles to Accept Plating and Paint |
| Inner Diaphragm | Hydraulic Flow | Energy Research | EDM Wire | 4" Diameter Cylinder with 0.008" Thick Wall |
| Thruster Body | Satellite Propulsion | Satellite Component | Precision EDM | EDM Nozzle Micro Taper Vectored Thru Hole |
| Block, Cover | Optics Retainer | Mems Switch | 3-Axis Machining | 0.001" Flatness over Length of Part |
| Aperture Holder Block | Fiber Optic Holder Block | Laser Research | 4-Axis Milling | (3) Mirror Finish Polished Pockets |
| Impeller, Polished | Experimental Heart Pump | Medical Research | 5-Axis Milling | Burr Free Polished Impeller Surface |
| Plenum Base | Fuel Flow | Military | Wire EDM | Machine 0.010" Thick Tube Wall |
Titanium Grades for CNC Machining Services
Owens Industries machines titanium grades and alloys selected for their strength, corrosion resistance, biocompatibility and performance in demanding environments. Common CNC machining materials include Grade 5 titanium (Ti-6Al-4V) for aerospace and structural applications, Grade 2 commercially pure titanium for corrosion-resistant components and Grade 23 titanium (Ti-6Al-4V ELI) for specialized medical applications.
Each titanium alloy presents different machining considerations related to hardness, cutting forces, heat management and dimensional stability. Our precision machining capabilities accommodate demanding component specifications across a range of titanium materials.
| Series | Main Alloying Element | Machinability | Cost | Properties | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 1 | Pure Titanium | Excellent | Low | High ductility, excellent formability, moderate strength, high corrosion resistance | Chemical processing, marine applications |
| Grade 2 | Pure Titanium | Very good | Moderate | Good strength, ductility, and corrosion resistance | Aerospace, medical devices, architecture |
| Grade 3 | Pure Titanium | Good | Moderate | Higher strength than Grades 1 and 2, good weldability, corrosion resistance | Airframe and aircraft engine parts, cryogenic vessels |
| Grade 4 | Pure Titanium | Good | Moderate | Highest strength among pure grades, good corrosion resistance | Aerospace, surgical hardware, cryogenic applications |
| Grade 5 | Titanium alloyed with 6% Aluminum and 4% Vanadium | Moderate | High | High strength, good heat resistance, excellent corrosion resistance | Aerospace, military, industrial, automotive |
| Grade 7 | Titanium with Palladium | Moderate | High | Superior corrosion resistance, especially against reducing acids | Chemical processing, desalination plants |
| Grade 9 | Titanium alloyed with 3% Aluminum and 2.5% Vanadium | Good | Moderate | High strength, good weldability, corrosion resistance | Hydraulic systems, sports equipment |
| Grade 12 | Titanium alloyed with Molybdenum and Nickel | Moderate | High | Excellent heat and wear resistance, good weldability | Chemical industry, marine applications |
The information above serves as a general overview. Individual titanium grades may vary in composition and performance characteristics. Review detailed material specifications for exact requirements.
Need precision titanium machining services for your next project? Contact Owens Industries to discuss your component specifications and request a quote.
Titanium CNC Services and Capabilities
Precision Machining
5-Axis Machining
EDM Services
Mill Turn Machining
CNC Lathe Machining
3D Printing
Cutting Edge CNC Machines for Ultra-Precision Components
Owens Industries machines complex, tight-tolerance components using advanced German and Swiss CNC equipment built for ultra-precise manufacturing. Our CNC machines support high-spec industries where accuracy, repeatability and consistency directly impact performance, compliance and long-term reliability.
Our core equipment includes:
HERMLE 5-axis CNC machining centers for complex, multi-axis components 
Agie Charmilles wire EDM systems for intricate features and fine surface finishes 
Zeiss inspection equipment for advanced quality control and dimensional verification 
DMG MORI CNC milling and turning machines for precision production and complex geometries Happy with our service? Leave us a 5-star review!