Aluminum 5056-H111 vs 5056-H34
Aluminum · 5056 temper comparison
5056-H111 and 5056-H34 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 5056: H111 (slightly strain hardened) versus H34 (strain hardened and stabilized, half hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 5056-H34 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 285 MPa (41.3 ksi) against 165 MPa (23.9 ksi) for 5056-H111, about 73% more; tensile strength follows at 365 MPa (52.9 ksi) vs 300 MPa (43.5 ksi). In exchange, 5056-H111 is the more ductile: elongation 30% versus 14% for 5056-H34, and 5056-H34 is harder (88 HB vs 68 HB). 5056-H34 runs hotter in service (80°C vs 65°C continuous). On the shop floor, 5056-H34 machines more easily (good vs fair).
5056-H111Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
5056-H34Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
5056-H111 vs 5056-H34: 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 71 GPa10.3 Msi · Shear Modulus 26.5 GPa3.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 70 GPa10.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.64 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 568°C1,054 °F · Liquidus Temperature 638°C1,180 °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 904 J/kg·K0.22 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 24.1 µm/m·K13.4 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
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.87 V · Corrosion Resistance 78 / 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 20 / 100 · Polishability 75 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 200 MJ/kg85,985 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 12.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 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.
5056-H111 vs 5056-H34 — frequently asked
Is 5056-H34 stronger than 5056-H111?
Yes. 5056-H34 has a typical yield strength of 285 MPa (41.3 ksi) against 165 MPa (23.9 ksi) for 5056-H111 — about 73% more. Tensile strength is 365 MPa (52.9 ksi) vs 300 MPa (43.5 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H111 or H34?
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, 5056-H111 or 5056-H34?
5056-H34. Its machinability rates good (58/100) against fair (45/100) for 5056-H111.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 5056-H111 and 5056-H34 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.