Titanium for Automotive Applications

Why Titanium Matters in Automotive and Motorsport
Titanium is used in automotive and motorsport applications where low weight, high strength, corrosion resistance, weight reduction, durability and reliable performance under demanding conditions are important.
Automotive and Motorsport Applications
Titanium supports automotive and motorsport applications such as:
- exhaust systems and exhaust components
- fasteners and connecting elements
- springs and suspension-related components
- high-performance engine components
- lightweight brackets and fittings
- motorsport and racing components
- prototype parts and specialised engineering projects


Product Forms Supplied by Hermith
Hermith GmbH supplies titanium materials for automotive and motorsport projects in various forms, including:
- titanium bars
- titanium sheets
- titanium plates
- titanium tubes
- titanium wire
Titanium Grades and Alloys
Common titanium grades used in automotive and motorsport applications include:
- Commercially pure titanium Grades 1–4
- Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V)
- Grade 23 (Ti-6Al-4V ELI), depending on project requirements
- Grade 9 (Ti-3Al-2.5V)
Titanium Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) is one of the most commonly used titanium alloys for high-strength lightweight components. Commercially pure titanium Grades 1–4 is used for applications requiring excellent corrosion resistance and good formability. Grade 9 (Ti-3Al-2.5V) is also used in selected tubing and lightweight structural applications.


Standards, Traceability and Certifications
Depending on product form, grade and customer requirements, titanium materials can be supplied according to recognised industrial and customer-specific specifications, including:
- ASTM B265
- ASTM B348
- ASTM B338
- ASTM B863
Additional standards, including aerospace, motorsport and customer-specific requirements, are available on request.
Hermith GmbH supports automotive customers with certified titanium materials, material traceability, 3.1 certificates and both stock-based and project-based supply. Hermith titanium materials can support prototype development, small and medium-size production, motorsport projects and regular supply needs for automotive manufacturers and engineering companies.
With ISO 9001, EN 9100 and EN 9120 certifications, Hermith GmbH remains focused on reliable material quality, controlled processes, traceability and long-term cooperation with customers across demanding industries.
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