Aluminum 5652-H112 vs 5652-O
Aluminum · 5652 temper comparison
5652-H112 and 5652-O are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 5652: H112 (strain hardened from hot working only) versus O (annealed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 5652-H112 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 105 MPa (15.2 ksi) against 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) for 5652-O, about 17% more. In exchange, 5652-O is the more ductile: elongation 25% versus 16% for 5652-H112, and 5652-H112 is harder (50 HB vs 47 HB). 5652-O runs hotter in service (175°C vs 150°C continuous).
5652-H112Choose it when strength drives the design.
5652-OChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
5652-H112 vs 5652-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
Hardness, Brinell
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 70.3 GPa10.2 Msi · Shear Modulus 25.9 GPa3.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 69 GPa10 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33 · Shear Strength 125 MPa18.1 ksi · Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit) 110 MPa16 ksi
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.68 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 607°C1,125 °F · Liquidus Temperature 650°C1,202 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 138 W/m·K79.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 900 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 23.8 µm/m·K13.2 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 397 J/g171 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -270°C-454 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 35 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 4.93×10⁻⁸ Ω·m1.94 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.85 V · Corrosion Resistance 82 / 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 92 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 25 / 100 · Polishability 65 / 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 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.
5652-H112 vs 5652-O — frequently asked
Is 5652-H112 stronger than 5652-O?
Yes. 5652-H112 has a typical yield strength of 105 MPa (15.2 ksi) against 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) for 5652-O — about 17% more. Tensile strength is 200 MPa (29 ksi) vs 195 MPa (28.3 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H112 or O?
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, 5652-H112 or 5652-O?
5652-H112, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 45/100 against 40/100 for 5652-O.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 5652-H112 and 5652-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.