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Aluminum 1050A-H112 vs 1050A-H14

Aluminum · 1050A temper comparison

1050A-H112 and 1050A-H14 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 1050A: H112 (strain hardened from hot working only) versus H14 (strain hardened, half hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 1050A-H14 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 105 MPa (15.2 ksi) against 40 MPa (5.8 ksi) for 1050A-H112, about 163% more; tensile strength follows at 115 MPa (16.7 ksi) vs 85 MPa (12.3 ksi). In exchange, 1050A-H112 is the more ductile: elongation 28% versus 8% for 1050A-H14, and 1050A-H14 is harder (30 HB vs 23 HB). 1050A-H112 runs hotter in service (150°C vs 120°C continuous).

1050A-H112Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.

1050A-H14Choose it when strength drives the design.

1050A-H112 vs 1050A-H14: properties

1050A-H1121050A-H14

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

85 MPa12.3 ksi
115 MPa16.7 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

40 MPa5.8 ksi
105 MPa15.2 ksi

Elongation at Break

28%
8%

Shear Strength

55 MPa8 ksi
70 MPa10.2 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

27 MPa3.9 ksi
35 MPa5.1 ksi

Hardness, Brinell

23 HB
30 HB

Hardness, Vickers

26 HV
34 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 69 GPa10 Msi · Shear Modulus 26 GPa3.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 75 GPa10.9 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 2.71 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 646°C1,195 °F · Liquidus Temperature 657°C1,215 °F

Thermal

How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.

Thermal Conductivity

231 W/m·K133 BTU/hr·ft·°F
229 W/m·K132 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

150°C302 °F
120°C248 °F

Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 900 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 23.6 µm/m·K13.1 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 397 J/g171 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -269°C-452 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

61.5 % IACS
61 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

2.8×10⁻⁸ Ω·m1.1 µΩ·in
2.83×10⁻⁸ Ω·m1.11 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.84 V · Corrosion Resistance 72 / 100

Manufacturability

FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.

Machinability

28 / 100
32 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

26%
30%

Formability (cold)

88 / 100
78 / 100

Same in both: Weldability 92 / 100 · Castability 30 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 70 / 100 · Polishability 85 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 200 MJ/kg85,985 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 12.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,150 L/kg138 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 15%

Strength versus weight

Yield strength against density for every aluminum grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.

20501002005002.22.42.62.83Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scale1050A

1050A-H112 vs 1050A-H14 — frequently asked

Is 1050A-H14 stronger than 1050A-H112?

Yes. 1050A-H14 has a typical yield strength of 105 MPa (15.2 ksi) against 40 MPa (5.8 ksi) for 1050A-H112 — about 163% more. Tensile strength is 115 MPa (16.7 ksi) vs 85 MPa (12.3 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H112 or H14?

H14 is the default 1050A condition in the FabDigit quote flow. The other condition is available on request or by drawing note — specify it in the material field or the part notes and the quote is priced for it.

When should I choose 1050A-H112 over 1050A-H14?

Pick 1050A-H112 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat. Pick 1050A-H14 when strength drives the design.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1050A-H112 and 1050A-H14 side by side — material, machining time, tolerance and finish in one quote. Certified material data ships with the order on request.

Typical handbook values for the conditions named above, normalised for comparison. Hardness on non-Brinell scales is converted approximately for charting only. Request certified data with your order for design-critical properties.