Aluminum 1370-H12 vs 1370-H18
Aluminum · 1370 temper comparison
1370-H12 and 1370-H18 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 1370: H12 (strain hardened, quarter hard) versus H18 (strain hardened, full hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 1370-H18 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 125 MPa (18.1 ksi) against 75 MPa (10.9 ksi) for 1370-H12, about 67% more; tensile strength follows at 140 MPa (20.3 ksi) vs 92 MPa (13.3 ksi). In exchange, 1370-H12 is the more ductile: elongation 14% versus 4% for 1370-H18, and 1370-H18 is harder (37 HB vs 26 HB). 1370-H12 runs hotter in service (120°C vs 95°C continuous).
1370-H12Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
1370-H18Choose it when strength drives the design.
1370-H12 vs 1370-H18: 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 69 GPa10 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
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
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 -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 70 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Brazeability / Solderability 80 / 100 · Polishability 85 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 210 MJ/kg90,284 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 12.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,100 L/kg132 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 5%
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.
1370-H12 vs 1370-H18 — frequently asked
Is 1370-H18 stronger than 1370-H12?
Yes. 1370-H18 has a typical yield strength of 125 MPa (18.1 ksi) against 75 MPa (10.9 ksi) for 1370-H12 — about 67% more. Tensile strength is 140 MPa (20.3 ksi) vs 92 MPa (13.3 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H12 or H18?
Specify the condition in the material field or the drawing note; FabDigit prices the quote for the state you call out.
Which is easier to machine, 1370-H12 or 1370-H18?
1370-H18. Its machinability rates fair (35/100) against poor (28/100) for 1370-H12; for welding the order is 1370-H12 first (excellent, 88/100) then 1370-H18 (very good, 80/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1370-H12 and 1370-H18 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.