ASTM F136

1.1 This specification covers the chemical, mechanical, and metallurgical requirements for wrought annealed titanium-6aluminum-4vanadium ELI (extra low interstitial) alloy (R56401) to be used in the manufacture of surgical implants.

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The SI equivalents in parentheses are provided for information only.

2. Referenced Documents

E120 Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Titanium and Titanium Alloys
E1409 Test Method for Determination of Oxygen in Titanium and Titanium Alloys by the Inert Gas Fusion Technique
E1447 Test Method for Determination of Hydrogen in Titanium and Titanium Alloys by the Inert Gas Fusion Thermal Conductivity Method
E290 Test Method for Bend Testing of Materials for Ductility
E527 Practice for Numbering Metals and Alloys (UNS)
E8 Test Methods of Tension Testing of Metallic Materials
F981 Practice for Assessment of Compatibility of Biomaterials for Surgical Implants with Respect to Effect of Materials on Muscle and Bone
AMS 2249 Chemical Check Analysis Limits, Titanium and Titanium Alloys
AMS 4930 Titanium Alloy Bars, Forgings, and Rings 6AL-4V Extra Low Interstitial Annealed
ASQ C1 Specifications of General Requirements for a Quality Control Program
SAE J1086 Practice for Numbering Metals and Alloys (UNS)

Index Terms

metals (for surgical implants); orthopaedic medical devices; titanium alloys; titanium alloys (for surgical implants); ICS Number Code 11.040.40

Citing ASTM Standards

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