Aluminum 8006-H14 vs 8006-H28
Aluminum · 8006 temper comparison
8006-H14 and 8006-H28 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, 8006: H14 (strain hardened, half hard) versus H28 (strain hardened and partially annealed, full hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 8006-H28 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 170 MPa (24.7 ksi) against 130 MPa (18.9 ksi) for 8006-H14, about 31% more; tensile strength follows at 190 MPa (27.6 ksi) vs 155 MPa (22.5 ksi). In exchange, 8006-H14 is the more ductile: elongation 10% versus 5% for 8006-H28, and 8006-H28 is harder (53 HB vs 45 HB). 8006-H14 runs hotter in service (120°C vs 105°C continuous).
8006-H14Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
8006-H28Choose it when strength drives the design.
8006-H14 vs 8006-H28: 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 69 GPa10 Msi · Shear Modulus 26 GPa3.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 70 GPa10.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.71 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 630°C1,166 °F · Liquidus Temperature 655°C1,211 °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 900 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 23.6 µm/m·K13.1 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 390 J/g168 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) -0.78 V
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 70 / 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 1,150 L/kg138 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.
8006-H14 vs 8006-H28 — frequently asked
Is 8006-H28 stronger than 8006-H14?
Yes. 8006-H28 has a typical yield strength of 170 MPa (24.7 ksi) against 130 MPa (18.9 ksi) for 8006-H14 — about 31% more. Tensile strength is 190 MPa (27.6 ksi) vs 155 MPa (22.5 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H14 or H28?
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, 8006-H14 or 8006-H28?
8006-H28, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 40/100 against 35/100 for 8006-H14.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 8006-H14 and 8006-H28 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.