Aluminum A2024-RAM2 vs AlMgSc
Aluminum · grade comparison
Aluminum A2024-RAM2 and AlMgSc are both aluminum grades. AlMgSc is the stronger of the two: yield strength 460 MPa (66.7 ksi) against 430 MPa (62.4 ksi) for A2024-RAM2, about 7% more. AlMgSc is the more ductile: elongation 12% versus 6% for A2024-RAM2. AlMgSc is lighter (2.67 g/cm³ vs 2.78 g/cm³ for A2024-RAM2) and A2024-RAM2 is stiffer (78 GPa vs 70 GPa). On the shop floor, AlMgSc welds better (excellent vs poor).
AlMgScChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
A2024-RAM2 vs AlMgSc: 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.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Shear Modulus
Bulk Modulus
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Poisson's Ratio 0.33 · Tensile Strength (Ultimate) 500 MPa72.5 ksi · Shear Strength 295 MPa42.8 ksi · Hardness, Brinell 140 HB · Hardness, Vickers 150 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Melting Point (Solidus)
Liquidus Temperature
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Same in both: Latent Heat of Fusion 390 J/g168 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 150°C302 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)
Corrosion Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Castability
Same in both: Machinability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 260 MJ/kg111,780 BTU/lb · Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 5%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Thermal Shock Resistance Index
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.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | A2024-RAM2 | AlMgSc |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
Both take the same 4 finishes: Electroless Nickel (EN), Epoxy Coating, Gold Plating, Silver Plating.
A2024-RAM2 vs AlMgSc — frequently asked
Is AlMgSc stronger than A2024-RAM2?
Yes. AlMgSc has a typical yield strength of 460 MPa (66.7 ksi) against 430 MPa (62.4 ksi) for A2024-RAM2 — about 7% more. Tensile strength is 500 MPa (72.5 ksi) vs 500 MPa (72.5 ksi).
Which is cheaper, A2024-RAM2 or AlMgSc?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which welds better, A2024-RAM2 or AlMgSc?
AlMgSc. Its weldability rates excellent (85/100) against poor (25/100) for A2024-RAM2.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in A2024-RAM2 and AlMgSc 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.