Is apple selling aluminium bands at the price of titanium

Apple does not sell aluminum bands. Apple Watch bands are either titanium or stainless steel only.

Also, Aluminum does not burn any more than titanium does, so not sure what you did exactly?

If you caused an electrical short on the band, which I have no idea how you would as the watch charger doesn't even have electrical contacts, as its magnetic induction coil, , then any band would show scorch marks regardless of material.

With that said, you should really contact Apple support for this, and explain clearly and in detail exactly what happened.

click here ➜ https://getsupport.apple.com

Review the tech specs for your specific band. Most are made out of 95% recycled aerospace-grade Titanium, and haven't seen what makes up the other 5%.

If you are wondering if Titanium is a conductor of electricity, yes it is. Not a good one such as Aluminum or Copper, but certainly it conducts electricity and also any other anodizing agents used on the band.

If you want to contact Apple directly, you can do that here:

Contact Apple Support - Apple Support

sulekhashakya13 wrote:

I am simply trying to understand whether the material used in this band is titanium or something else, and how it could have become scorched when titanium has a melting point of approximately 1,668°C.

A scorch mark in the anodized coating has nothing to do with the melting point of the metal. This has been explained.

Thank you for the information you have provided so far. I do appreciate your responses, but I would sincerely appreciate a clear answer to my questions.

Then you will need to talk to Apple.

sulekhashakya13 wrote:

Let’s assume

Let's not assume anything. You have been given 2 links to contact Apple directly, none of us speak for Apple or employed by Apple.

If you are curious about the standard levels of Aluminum/alloys found in the different Titanium Grades, then you can also find that information. This may be all you need for the answer you are looking for, otherwise follow up with Apple.

Grade 5

• Not to be confused with Ti-6Al-4V-ELI (Grade 23), this is the most commonly used alloy. It has a chemical composition of 6% aluminum, 4% vanadium, 0.25% (maximum) iron, 0.2% (maximum) oxygen, and the remainder titanium.

Grade 6

• Contains 5% aluminium and 2.5% tin. It is also known as Ti-5Al-2.5Sn. This alloy is used in airframes and jet engines due to its good weldability, stability and strength at elevated temperatures.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Titanium_alloys

Let’s assume there was a short circuit. However, nothing happened to my skin, even though I was wearing the watch and the band at the time. There was no damage to the watch or my skin; only the band was scorched.

Titanium grade 5 has a melting point of approximately 1,668°C. In my opinion, this raises serious questions about what actually caused the band to scorch and whether such an incident should occur in the first place.

Apple charges a premium for its products and accessories, and as a customer, I expect the quality, safety, and reliability to reflect that price. When something like this happens, it naturally makes me question the trustworthiness of the product.

Thank you, nevertheless, for sharing your feedback. I will contact Apple directly to raise this concern and seek an explanation.

I am simply trying to understand whether the material used in this band is titanium or something else, and how it could have become scorched when titanium has a melting point of approximately 1,668°C.

I am genuinely devastated by this experience. After paying such a premium for what is marketed as an Apple titanium band, I am struggling to understand how its quality and durability could appear no better than those of much cheaper, low-grade alternatives available in the market.

All I am seeking is a clear, technical explanation of the material used and the reason behind the scorching. I believe this is a reasonable expectation for a product sold at such a premium price.

Thank you for the information you have provided so far. I do appreciate your responses, but I would sincerely appreciate a clear answer to my questions.

sulekhashakya13 wrote:

Thank you for the information you have provided so far. I do appreciate your responses, but I would sincerely appreciate a clear answer to my questions.

• Does Titanium Grade 5 contain Aluminium? Yes, it is 6% aluminum.
• Are there other alloys in Grade 5 Titanium? Yes, vanadium and iron.
• Do we represent Apple in providing answers to your questions? No, absolutely not.
• Is Apple going to read your post here and provide an answer? No, this is a Community forum of users where Apple does not participate is providing support.

Thank you for your feedback and information about the conductivity of the material used. Not sounding like an ambassador of apple. Thanks alot for your time.