Coarse saw blades, heavy feed and generous amounts of water soluble oil coolant are recommended.
Titanium is also readily friction cut.
Such surfaces should be filed to remove about 0.005 inches of contamination. Similarly, abrasive cutting of titanium is satisfactory if coolant is used and contaminated layer is removed by filing. An open type wheel containing large grains has been found to minimize clogging. Excessive buildup of heat should be avoided to minimize metal contamination. When grinding is used on titanium, measures must be taken to protect adjacent titanium surfaces and surroundings from the extremely hot grinding sparks.