Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip is a lightweight suspension pivot bearing component engineered for Suspension pivot bearing retaining internal circlip. Forged and CNC machined from Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V, it achieves 40-45% weight savings versus steel while maintaining the fatigue life required for demanding cycling applications. Threaded interfaces are designed to prevent galling in outdoor environments.
Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip
| Technical Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Component SKU | TI-CYC-SUSP-BEARIN |
| Standards & Specifications | ASTM B348 |
| Surface Finish | Passivation ASTM F86 (20-30% HNO3, 30min @50C) |
Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip
Suspension pivot bearing retaining internal circlip
| Technical Parameter | Specification Value |
|---|---|
| International Compliance | ASTM B348 |
| Surface Finish & Max Temp | Passivation ASTM F86 (20-30% HNO3, 30min @50C) |
| NDT & Quality Control | Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) per ASTM E1444; Dimensional verification via CMM per ISO 10360 |
- • 100% Traceability: Mill Test Certificate (EN 10204 3.1) with heat analysis & mechanical testing.
- • NDT Verification: Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) per ASTM E1444; Dimensional verification via CMM per ISO 10360.
- • Compliance: REACH, RoHS 3 certified. FAI AS9102 available.
- • Process: CNC precision machining, vacuum stress relief, thread rolling, surface passivation.
- • Thermal Stress Relief: Post-machining vacuum annealing (540-675°C under Argon) reduces distortion risk >70%.
- • Rolled Threads: Thread rolling (not cutting) increases fatigue limits by 30-50%.
Q: How much weight savings does Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip offer versus steel or aluminum? ▼
Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip fabricated from Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V provides a 40-45% weight reduction versus 4130 chromoly steel (4.43 vs 7.85 g/cm³) at the same strength. Compared to 6061-T6 aluminum, titanium's 3× higher yield strength (830 vs 275 MPa) allows 50-60% thinner walls, resulting in a net weight comparable to aluminum with 4× better fatigue life — critical for suspension pivot bearing.
Q: What is the typical lead time for Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip orders? ▼
Standard lead time for Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip is 15-25 business days depending on quantity and complexity. Rush orders (3-5 working days) are available for prototype evaluation. Sample evaluation (1-5 units) can be expedited to 5-7 business days. Volume pricing is available for production quantities above 100 units.
Q: What material certifications are provided with Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip? ▼
Each Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip shipment includes EN 10204 Type 3.1 mill test certificate with chemical analysis, mechanical properties, and heat identification. Dimensional inspection reports and Certificate of Conformance (CoC) are standard. First Article Inspection Reports (FAIR) per AS9102 are available on request for suspension pivot bearing.
§ Why Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V for suspension pivot bearing
Function
Designed for Cycling / Bicycle applications, this component fulfills the role of . The use of Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V ensures long-term reliability in this Suspension Hardware configuration.
Specifications
- SKU: TI-CYC-SUSP-BEARIN
- Category: Suspension Hardware
- Industry: Cycling / Bicycle
- Material: Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V
- Process: CNC precision machining, vacuum stress relief, thread rolling, surface passivation
- Weight: 35-45% lighter than steel equivalents at equivalent section modulus
§ Fatigue & Dimensional Inspection Protocol
Quality Management
ISO 9001:2015 quality management system. Every Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip shipment includes EN 10204 3.1 MTR, CMM report, and surface finish certification.
Inspection & NDT
Automated optical inspection with sub-micron resolution; X-ray CT scanning for internal feature validation; surface profilometry for finish compliance
§ Lightweight Component Manufacturing Process
Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip is manufactured using cnc precision machining, vacuum stress relief, thread rolling, surface passivation. Each operation is performed by certified machinists with real-time process monitoring and dimensional verification at critical stages. Heat code traceability is maintained throughout all production steps.
Commercial Logistics & Procurement Framework
Pricing and lead times for Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip are batch-dependent. Contact our supply chain team for volume-based tiered pricing.
Regulatory & Quality Assurance Ledger
Verifiable certifications for Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip
Material Test Certificate (MTC)
EN 10204 3.1
Environmental Compliance
REACH (EC No 1907/2006)
Restricted Substances
RoHS 3 Directive (2015/863/EU)
Quality Management System
ISO 9001:2015
Dimensional Tolerances
ISO 2768-m
Standard: ASTM B348
Systems Interconnectivity & Topology
Cross-functional integration matrix for Tier-1 supply chains and assembly orchestration.
- ▸ Primary Assembly Integration
- ▸ Subsystem Mounting Interface
Titanium Pivot Bearing Retainer Circlip
Material: Grade 5 Ti-6Al-4V
SKU: TI-CYC-SUSP-BEARIN
Industry: Cycling / Bicycle / System: Bicycle Suspension, Frame Hardware & Linkage
- ▸ Fastener Kit A
- ▸ Sealing Gasket
- ▸ Protective Cover
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