Medical Grade Titanium: Grade 2 vs 5 vs 23
Medical Ti per ASTM F67, F136, F2066.
Quick Answer
Grade 23 (ASTM F136) for load-bearing. Grade 2 (ASTM F67) for non-load-bearing.
Standards
| Standard | Grade | Use |
|---|---|---|
| ASTM F67 | CP grades | Non-load-bearing |
| ASTM F136 | Grade 23 ELI | Load-bearing implants |
| ASTM F2066 | Ti-15Mo | High-flexibility |
References
- ASTM F136, ASTM F67, ISO 5832-2/3