AMS 4981 — Titanium Alloy Bars & Forgings for High-Performance Aerospace

AMS 4981 covers titanium alloy bars, wire, forgings, and forging stock supplied in solution and precipitation heat-treated conditions. Recognised for a high strength-to-weight ratio, excellent fatigue performance, and robust corrosion resistance, AMS 4981 is widely used in aerospace hot-section and structural components, motorsport, and demanding industrial applications.


What Is AMS 4981?


AMS 4981 typically refers to the Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo titanium alloy (commonly called Ti 6-2-4-6). The specification defines chemistry, heat treatment, microstructure, and mechanical properties for bars, forgings, and forging stock used in safety-critical aerospace, industrial, and high-temperature hardware.

  • Round and flat bars, wire

  • Closed/open-die forgings

  • Forging stock for further processing


Why Engineers Choose AMS 4981


High Strength at Elevated Temperatures

  • Solution + age (STA) condition delivers high tensile and yield strength

  • Performance remains stable up to ~530 °C (application-dependent)

Excellent Fatigue & Creep Resistance

  • Balanced α/β microstructure supports cyclic-load endurance

  • Ideal for disks, rings, and rotating hardware

Corrosion Resistance & Long Service Life

  • Strong oxide film provides marine and industrial corrosion protection


Typical Applications


  • Aerospace: compressor discs, fan components, rings, structural parts

  • Motorsport & performance: high-load drivetrain components

  • Industrial & marine: critical parts requiring strength + weight savings


Chemistry & Mechanical Properties (Guide)


Values vary by melt route, size, and condition — final acceptance per purchase order and AMS 4981 revision.

ElementTypical Range (wt%)
Aluminum (Al)~5.5–6.5
Tin (Sn)~1.75–2.25
Zirconium (Zr)~3.5–4.5
Molybdenum (Mo)~5.5–6.5
Iron / InterstitialsControlled; Ti balance
  • UTS (STA): ~160–170 ksi (1100–1170 MPa)

  • 0.2% YS: ~150–160 ksi (1035–1100 MPa)

  • Elongation: ~6–10%


Heat Treatment & Microstructure


  • Solution Treat + Age (STA): required to achieve specification strength and toughness

  • Microstructure: homogeneous α/β; avoids continuous α at grain boundaries


Machining, Forging & Weldability


  • Forging: controlled temperatures near β-transus; precise reductions recommended

  • Machining: high strength requires rigid setups, sharp tooling, and generous cooling

  • Welding: difficult; specialized procedures and high-purity shielding needed if attempted

  • Quality: VAR melt routes and strict inspection improve cleanliness


Forms We Supply (Buyer’s Guide)


  • AMS 4981 bars: round / flat, peeled or ground, STA or annealed + STA

  • AMS 4981 forgings & rings: open/closed-die with optional machining

  • Documentation: full MTRs, heat trace, mechanical results, optional UT reports


Selecting a Reliable AMS 4981 Partner in India


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  • Spec compliance: Proven delivery to AMS 4981 (latest revision)

  • MTR + mechanicals + microstructure + optional UT/NDT

  • Forging / ring-rolling / heat-treat capabilities

  • Traceability: VAR melts, batch/serial ID, PMI options

  • Lead times: stock diameters, cut-to-length, machining

  • Quality approvals: aerospace/defence QMS

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AMS 4981 vs Popular Titanium Specs


SpecKey Advantage
AMS 4981 (Ti-6-2-4-6)Higher strength and temperature capability than Ti-6Al-4V
AMS 4975 / 4976 familiesDifferent chemistries and strength levels — chosen per design allowables

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