98mm Dental Titanium Blanks
The industry-standard diameter for Roland DWX, VHF, imes-icore, and open-system CAM mills. Vacuum stress-relieved to prevent post-milling warping.
01 Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Test Standard | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxygen (O) Content | < 0.10% | ~ 0.13% | High Toughness; Prevents Fatigue Failure |
| Iron (Fe) Content | < 0.12% | ~ 0.25% | Superior Biocompatibility & Uniformity |
| Raw Material Source | Grade 0A Virgin Sponge | Standard Sponge (Scrap mix) | Aerospace Grade Input; Zero Inclusions |
| Material | Ti-6Al-4V ELI (Grade 23) | ASTM F136 / ISO 5832-3 | |
| Diameter Tolerance | Ø98.0mm ±0.1mm | Micrometer Measurement | |
| Thickness Options | 10mm / 12mm / 14mm (±0.2mm) | Digital Caliper | |
| Flatness Tolerance | ≤0.10mm | Dial Indicator | |
| Surface Finish | Ra ≤1.6μm (Machined Face) | Surface Roughness Tester | |
| Thermal History | Vacuum Annealed (600°C / 2hr) | Internal SOP-TI-A01 | |
| Residual Stress | Stress-Free (Annealed State) | X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) |
02 Why Bridges Warp (And How We Prevent It)
Risk Addressed
Post-Milling Warping / Rocking Fit
Standard as-rolled 98mm discs retain internal residual stress from manufacturing. When 70%+ material is removed during milling, this stress releases as kinetic warping. ValidTi 98mm discs undergo vacuum stress relief annealing (600°C / 2 hours) to eliminate residual stress BEFORE shipping, ensuring your bridge fits passively on first try.
The Physics
Cold-rolled titanium discs are like a coiled spring under tension. The metal's crystal lattice is compressed during rolling. When you mill away 70% of the disc (typical for a full-arch bridge), you're removing the "lid" that was containing this internal energy. The remaining metal "relaxes" into a new shape—which is NOT your CAD design.
ValidTi Solution: Vacuum annealing "unwinds" this internal energy BEFORE you mill.
Fig 1. Stress Relief Annealing Process - Residual Stress Elimination
03 ValidTi vs. Generic 98mm Blanks
| Parameter | Generic "As-Rolled" Ti | ValidTi Annealed |
|---|---|---|
| Thermal History | Cold Worked (High Stress) | Vacuum Stress Relieved |
| Post-Mill Distortion | High (>50 microns) | Negligible (<10 microns) |
| Long-Span Stability | Unpredictable | Dimensional Certainty |
| Full-Arch Bridge Fit | Requires Trial & Error | Passive Fit (First Try) |
| Certificate Provided | MTR Only | MTR + Annealing Chart + Flatness Report |
04 Compatible CAM Milling Systems
98mm is the industry-standard "open system" diameter. ValidTi 98mm blanks are verified compatible with the following machines:
Roland DWX Series
DWX-52D / DWX-52DC / DWX-42W
VERIFIEDVHF / Zimmer
K5/S5 (with 98mm adapter)
VERIFIEDimes-icore
CORiTEC 350i/650i (98mm mode)
VERIFIEDAmann Girrbach
Ceramill Motion 2 (Open System)
VERIFIEDYenadent
D40/D50 (Ø98 holders)
VERIFIEDCustom CNC Mills
Any 5-axis with Ø98 fixture
COMPATIBLE05 Thickness Selection Guide
Single Crowns / Copings
For single-unit restorations where final thickness is 0.3-0.6mm. Reduces milling time and material waste.
- ✓ Anterior crowns
- ✓ Screw-retained copings
- ✓ Abutment bases
3-6 Unit Bridges
For medium-span bridges with cross-sectional height requirement ≤10mm. Most common thickness for implant bars.
- ✓ Posterior bridges (3-4 units)
- ✓ Implant bars (4-6 implants)
- ✓ Hybrid prosthesis frameworks
Full-Arch / All-on-X
For full-arch restorations requiring maximum vertical height (10-12mm final). Heavy-duty frameworks for Toronto bridges.
- ✓ All-on-4 / All-on-6
- ✓ Full-arch screw-retained
- ✓ Removable bar overdentures
06 Verify The Thermal Cycle
Every 98mm blank shipment includes three verification documents to prove stress relief annealing was performed:
Annealing Temperature Chart
Time-temperature curve from furnace datalogger showing 600°C hold for 2 hours, with batch-specific lot number.
Flatness Tolerance Report
Post-annealing flatness verification (≤0.10mm deviation) measured at 5 points across disc surface.
Material Test Report (MTR)
Third-party chemical composition and mechanical properties per ASTM F136. Heat number traceable to mill certificate.
Request 98mm Blanks Quote
Specify thickness (10/12/14mm) and quantity. Lead time: 3-5 business days. Minimum order: 5 discs per thickness.
All blanks ship with MTR + Annealing Chart + Flatness Report. Heat number traceability included.