Aluminum 5954-H111 vs 5954-H32
Aluminum · 5954 temper comparison
5954-H111 and 5954-H32 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 5954: H111 (slightly strain hardened) versus H32 (strain hardened and stabilized, quarter hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 5954-H32 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 205 MPa (29.7 ksi) against 125 MPa (18.1 ksi) for 5954-H111, about 64% more; tensile strength follows at 270 MPa (39.2 ksi) vs 245 MPa (35.5 ksi). In exchange, 5954-H111 is the more ductile: elongation 24% versus 15% for 5954-H32, and 5954-H32 is harder (67 HB vs 60 HB). On the shop floor, 5954-H32 machines more easily (fair vs poor).
5954-H111Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
5954-H32Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is machined in volume.
5954-H111 vs 5954-H32: 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 70 GPa10.2 Msi · Shear Modulus 26.4 GPa3.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 70 GPa10.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33 · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 32 MPa·√m29.1 ksi·√in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.66 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 593°C1,099 °F · Liquidus Temperature 643°C1,189 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 126 W/m·K72.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 900 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 23.9 µm/m·K13.3 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 395 J/g170 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 65°C149 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 32 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 5.4×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.13 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.86 V · Corrosion Resistance 75 / 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 88 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 20 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 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 35%
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.
5954-H111 vs 5954-H32 — frequently asked
Is 5954-H32 stronger than 5954-H111?
Yes. 5954-H32 has a typical yield strength of 205 MPa (29.7 ksi) against 125 MPa (18.1 ksi) for 5954-H111 — about 64% more. Tensile strength is 270 MPa (39.2 ksi) vs 245 MPa (35.5 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H111 or H32?
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, 5954-H111 or 5954-H32?
5954-H32. Its machinability rates fair (40/100) against poor (30/100) for 5954-H111.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 5954-H111 and 5954-H32 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.