ASTM International has established specification B862-18, which outlines requirements for Niobium-Titanium alloy billets and rods used in superconducting applications. This material is critical for manufacturing the specialized wire needed to support quantum hardware, ensuring the components meet strict quality benchmarks. The standard specifies that the alloy must contain between 46% and 48% titanium and allows for measurements in either inch-pound or SI units, though they must be used separately.
Currently, this is an active standard, but users are responsible for establishing their own safety protocols as the document does not address all potential hazards. Access to the full specification requires a license from ASTM, which protects copyright while allowing authorized internal use and providing tools to track updates. This ensures consistent material quality for the superconducting systems that underpin emerging quantum technologies.
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Keywords: niobium-titanium alloy, superconducting wire, ASTM B862-18
