Aluminum 7075-T6511 vs 7075-T73
Aluminum · 7075 temper comparison
7075-T6511 and 7075-T73 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 7075: T6511 (T6, stress relieved by stretching, minor straightening) versus T73 (solution heat treated and overaged for stress-corrosion resistance). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 7075-T6511 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 510 MPa (74 ksi) against 435 MPa (63.1 ksi) for 7075-T73, about 17% more; tensile strength follows at 580 MPa (84.1 ksi) vs 505 MPa (73.2 ksi). In exchange, 7075-T73 is the more ductile: elongation 13% versus 9% for 7075-T6511, and 7075-T6511 is harder (152 HB vs 135 HB). 7075-T73 runs hotter in service (150°C vs 120°C continuous) and 7075-T73 conducts heat better (155 W/m·K vs 130 W/m·K).
7075-T6511Choose it when strength drives the design.
7075-T73Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
7075-T6511 vs 7075-T73: 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)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 71.7 GPa10.4 Msi · Shear Modulus 26.9 GPa3.9 Msi · Bulk Modulus 70 GPa10.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33 · Reduction in Area 25% · Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT) 8 J5.9 ft·lbf · Hardness, Rockwell B 87 HRB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.81 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 477°C891 °F · Liquidus Temperature 635°C1,175 °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 960 J/kg·K0.23 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 23.6 µm/m·K13.1 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).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.83 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 %) 160% · Weldability 18 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 10 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 205 MJ/kg88,134 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 12.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 15%
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.
7075-T6511 vs 7075-T73 — frequently asked
Is 7075-T6511 stronger than 7075-T73?
Yes. 7075-T6511 has a typical yield strength of 510 MPa (74 ksi) against 435 MPa (63.1 ksi) for 7075-T73 — about 17% more. Tensile strength is 580 MPa (84.1 ksi) vs 505 MPa (73.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, T6511 or T73?
T6 is the default 7075 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither T6511 nor T73). 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 7075-T6511 over 7075-T73?
Pick 7075-T6511 when strength drives the design. Pick 7075-T73 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 7075-T6511 and 7075-T73 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.