Aluminum 4115-H14 vs 4115-H18
Aluminum · 4115 temper comparison
4115-H14 and 4115-H18 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 4115: H14 (strain hardened, half hard) versus H18 (strain hardened, full hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 4115-H18 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 205 MPa (29.7 ksi) against 155 MPa (22.5 ksi) for 4115-H14, about 32% more; tensile strength follows at 225 MPa (32.6 ksi) vs 180 MPa (26.1 ksi). In exchange, 4115-H14 is the more ductile: elongation 8% versus 4% for 4115-H18, and 4115-H18 is harder (62 HB vs 50 HB). 4115-H14 runs hotter in service (120°C vs 100°C continuous).
4115-H14Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
4115-H18Choose it when strength drives the design.
4115-H14 vs 4115-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
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 70 GPa10.2 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) 600°C1,112 °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 900 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 22.3 µm/m·K12.4 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 395 J/g170 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 3.9×10⁻⁸ Ω·m1.54 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.75 V · Corrosion Resistance 47 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Weldability 55 / 100 · Castability 55 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 90 / 100 · Polishability 40 / 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 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,100 L/kg132 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 30%
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.
4115-H14 vs 4115-H18 — frequently asked
Is 4115-H18 stronger than 4115-H14?
Yes. 4115-H18 has a typical yield strength of 205 MPa (29.7 ksi) against 155 MPa (22.5 ksi) for 4115-H14 — about 32% more. Tensile strength is 225 MPa (32.6 ksi) vs 180 MPa (26.1 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H14 or H18?
O is the default 4115 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither H14 nor H18). 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, 4115-H14 or 4115-H18?
4115-H18, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 52/100 against 45/100 for 4115-H14.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 4115-H14 and 4115-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.