Aluminum 4147-F vs 4147-O
Aluminum · 4147 temper comparison
4147-F and 4147-O are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 4147: F (as fabricated) versus O (annealed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 4147-F is the stronger of the two: yield strength 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) against 60 MPa (8.7 ksi) for 4147-O, about 50% more; tensile strength follows at 170 MPa (24.7 ksi) vs 130 MPa (18.9 ksi). In exchange, 4147-O is the more ductile: elongation 15% versus 6% for 4147-F, and 4147-F is harder (55 HB vs 45 HB).
4147-FChoose it when strength drives the design.
4147-OChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
4147-F vs 4147-O: 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
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 71 GPa10.3 Msi · Shear Modulus 26.5 GPa3.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 69 GPa10 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.67 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 560°C1,040 °F · Liquidus Temperature 585°C1,085 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 900 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 20 µm/m·K11.1 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 500 J/g215 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 150°C302 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °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) -0.82 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 30% · Weldability 50 / 100 · Castability 90 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 95 / 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 1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 25%
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.
4147-F vs 4147-O — frequently asked
Is 4147-F stronger than 4147-O?
Yes. 4147-F has a typical yield strength of 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) against 60 MPa (8.7 ksi) for 4147-O — about 50% more. Tensile strength is 170 MPa (24.7 ksi) vs 130 MPa (18.9 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, F or O?
O is the default 4147 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 4147-F over 4147-O?
Pick 4147-F when strength drives the design. Pick 4147-O when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 4147-F and 4147-O 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.