Aluminum 1200-H112 vs 1200-H14
Aluminum · 1200 temper comparison
1200-H112 and 1200-H14 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 1200: 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. 1200-H14 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 105 MPa (15.2 ksi) against 40 MPa (5.8 ksi) for 1200-H112, about 163% more; tensile strength follows at 120 MPa (17.4 ksi) vs 90 MPa (13.1 ksi). In exchange, 1200-H112 is the more ductile: elongation 28% versus 9% for 1200-H14, and 1200-H14 is harder (32 HB vs 24 HB).
1200-H112Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
1200-H14Choose it when strength drives the design.
1200-H112 vs 1200-H14: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all aluminum grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all aluminum grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 69 GPa10 Msi · Shear Modulus 26 GPa3.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 70 GPa10.2 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) 645°C1,193 °F · Liquidus Temperature 657°C1,215 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Latent Heat of Fusion
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 900 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 150°C302 °F · Min Service Temperature -250°C-418 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.83 V · Corrosion Resistance 72 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Formability (cold)
Polishability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 30% · Weldability 92 / 100 · Castability 30 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 80 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Typical Recycled Content
Same in both: Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb
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.
1200-H112 vs 1200-H14 — frequently asked
Is 1200-H14 stronger than 1200-H112?
Yes. 1200-H14 has a typical yield strength of 105 MPa (15.2 ksi) against 40 MPa (5.8 ksi) for 1200-H112 — about 163% more. Tensile strength is 120 MPa (17.4 ksi) vs 90 MPa (13.1 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H112 or H14?
Specify the condition in the material field or the drawing note; FabDigit prices the quote for the state you call out.
When should I choose 1200-H112 over 1200-H14?
Pick 1200-H112 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick 1200-H14 when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1200-H112 and 1200-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.