Aluminum 2090-O vs 2090 T81511
Aluminum · 2090 temper comparison
2090-O and 2090 T81511 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 2090: O (annealed) versus T81511 (extrusion: solution treated, stretched, minor straightening,…). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 2090 T81511 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) against 110 MPa (16 ksi) for 2090-O, about 4.7 times as much; tensile strength follows at 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) vs 220 MPa (31.9 ksi). In exchange, 2090-O is the more ductile: elongation 22% versus 5% for 2090 T81511, and 2090 T81511 is harder (150 HB vs 60 HB). 2090-O runs hotter in service (200°C vs 150°C continuous) and 2090-O conducts heat better (105 W/m·K vs 88 W/m·K). On the shop floor, 2090 T81511 machines more easily (good vs fair).
2090-OChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
2090 T81511Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is machined in volume.
2090-O vs 2090 T81511: 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.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Brinell
Same in both: Shear Modulus 28.5 GPa4.1 Msi · Bulk Modulus 79 GPa11.5 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.59 g/cm³0.09 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 560°C1,040 °F · Liquidus Temperature 650°C1,202 °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 1,200 J/kg·K0.29 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 23.6 µm/m·K13.1 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 390 J/g168 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -269°C-452 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.76 V
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 10 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 230 MJ/kg98,882 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 15 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 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.
2090-O vs 2090 T81511 — frequently asked
Is 2090 T81511 stronger than 2090-O?
Yes. 2090 T81511 has a typical yield strength of 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) against 110 MPa (16 ksi) for 2090-O — about 4.7 times as much. Tensile strength is 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) vs 220 MPa (31.9 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, O or T81511?
T83 is the default 2090 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither O nor T81511). 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.
Which is easier to machine, 2090-O or 2090 T81511?
2090 T81511. Its machinability rates good (62/100) against fair (40/100) for 2090-O; for welding the order is 2090-O first (poor, 30/100) then 2090 T81511 (poor, 25/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 2090-O and 2090 T81511 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.