The Material

Titanium’s most important characteristics are that it is low density and high strength, resistant to corrosion, scratches and is hypoallergenic. 

A transition metal, Titanium has the ability to change color due to oxidation, the orbital changes of the crystal and electrons by the use of heat or an anodizing process. 

Discovered by William Gregor in Great Britain in 1791 and named after the Titans of Greek mythology, Titanium is widely available at the crust and uppermost layers of the Earth’s mantle and the most widespread minerals containing titanium are Ilmenite, Rutile, and Titanite. 

Titanium is an incredibly versatile metal that is widely used in various industries due to its exceptional strength, low density, and corrosion resistance. The different grades or alloys of titanium exist to meet specific requirements for different applications. These grades are distinguished based on variations in their composition, which affect their mechanical properties and performance characteristics.

Titanium grade 1, 2, 3, 4 are considered commercially pure (unalloyed), ranging from 98.5% to 99.5% of purity. Grade 1 refers to 99.5% of purity is used for medical purposes and grade 2 referring to 99.4% is used for high-end jewelry.

Titanium grade 5 or above are the most commonly used, it also contains aluminum, vanadium, palladium and iron, it is mostly used for motors, aerospace, marine and chemical processing industries.

Gi by Giselle works only with Grade 2 Titanium.

By offering a range of grades, titanium provides engineers and manufacturers with the flexibility to choose the most appropriate grade for their specific application, considering factors such as strength requirements, weight constraints, corrosion resistance, temperature resistance, and ease of fabrication.

The material illustrates the modernity today, industrialization, technology and the strength of humanity.