Titanium Machining Services

DEK's titanium machining services cover Grade 1, Grade 2 and Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) by CNC milling, turning and EDM, from one prototype to production. No MOQ, ISO 9001, AS9100D and ISO 13485:2016 systems, prototypes in as little as 3 days.

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3
Titanium Grades
±0.005mm
General Tolerance
3 Days
Prototype Lead Time

5-axis CNC machining of a titanium impeller

ISO 9001:2015 Certified AS9100D and ISO 13485 certified

Why Choose DEK Titanium Machining Services

DEK machines Grade 1, Grade 2 and Grade 5 titanium from a single prototype through production volumes. There is no MOQ, so a five-piece bracket run and a multi-hundred-piece order go through the same engineer-reviewed quoting path.

Titanium runs alongside 50+ other qualified metals and plastics in the same shop, so a mixed-material assembly does not need a second vendor. For part-level DFM feedback, finish selection and assembly fit, see our custom titanium parts service, or explore 5-axis CNC machining for complex geometry.

Grade 1, Grade 2 and Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) stock
No MOQ, prototype to production
Prototype parts in as little as 3 days
ISO 9001, AS9100D and ISO 13485:2016

Titanium Grades We Machine

Grade selection drives both machinability and part cost, so it is worth narrowing down before quoting your titanium part.

Titanium Grade 1
Most ductile, easiest to machine
Choose it for chemical and marine equipment or formed parts. See Titanium Grade 1.
Titanium Grade 2
Best corrosion resistance, unalloyed
Choose it for medical devices and desalination equipment. See Titanium Grade 2.
Titanium Grade 5
Highest strength-to-weight ratio
Ti-6Al-4V for aerospace and high-load structural parts; expect more tool wear and cycle time. See Grade 5.

CNC machining coolant spraying on metal part during cutting

±0.005 mm
General tolerance
±0.01 mm
5-axis profile control
±0.003 mm
Micro parts under 10 mm
1000 mm
Max part size (approx.)

Titanium CNC Machining Capabilities

Titanium CNC machining at DEK covers milling, turning and the finishing steps titanium parts need before they are assembly-ready.

1

3/4/5-Axis CNC Milling

CNC milling on 3-, 4- and 5-axis machines, with ±0.01 mm profile control on 5-axis work and part size up to roughly 1000 mm.
2

CNC & Swiss Turning

CNC turning, including Swiss-type turning for slender, high-precision shafts; shaft-bore pairs hold ±0.005 mm.
3

EDM Machining

EDM machining for hardened or geometrically complex titanium features that cutting tools cannot reach cleanly.
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Grinding & Gears

Precision grinding and gear machining for fit-critical titanium features, with ±0.003 mm on micro parts under 10 mm.

Why Titanium Is Difficult to Machine

The material behaviors our engineers manage on every titanium job, and how DEK keeps them from reaching a full batch.

1

Low Thermal Conductivity

Heat stays concentrated at the cutting edge instead of dissipating into the chip, which accelerates tool wear. DEK uses titanium-specific tooling to manage it.
2

Fast Work Hardening

Titanium work-hardens quickly once cutting forces build. Left unmanaged, the degrading tool causes dimensional drift mid-run, so feeds and speeds are tuned per grade.
3

Reactivity, Galling & Buildup

High reactivity at elevated temperatures makes galling and edge buildup more likely than with steel or aluminum, which calls for controlled cutting parameters.
4

In-House CMM & SPC per Run

In-house CMM inspection with SPC data logged per run catches drift before it reaches a full batch, rather than after final inspection.

Titanium Grades Available at DEK

We machine Titanium Grade 1, Titanium Grade 2 and Titanium Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V). Open each grade for its machining notes and quote.

Where Titanium Parts Are Used

Machined titanium parts serve industries where strength, low weight, biocompatibility or corrosion resistance decide the design.

Surface Finishing Options for Titanium

Titanium parts are CNC machined, then finished in the same order, so they ship assembly-ready from one supplier.

Surface Finishes

Anodizing
Plating
Powder Coating

Need a different finish? See all surface finish options

Titanium Machining FAQ

Common questions about the cost and machinability of titanium parts.

Is machining titanium expensive?

It costs more than machining aluminum or mild steel. Titanium's tool wear and slower cutting speeds add machine time, and raw stock carries a premium. The exact cost depends on grade, geometry and volume, so a quote against your actual drawing is more useful than a general estimate.

Is titanium easily machinable?

Grade 1 and Grade 2 machine reasonably well and are often chosen for that reason. Grade 5 (Ti-6Al-4V) is harder to cut due to its alloying content, requiring slower speeds, rigid tooling and closer process control.