Aluminum A7075-RAM10-AB vs A7075-RAM10-T6
Aluminum · A7075-RAM10 temper comparison
A7075-RAM10-AB and A7075-RAM10-T6 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, A7075-RAM10: AB (as built (as printed)) versus T6 (solution heat treated and artificially aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. A7075-RAM10-T6 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) against 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) for A7075-RAM10-AB, about 71% more; tensile strength follows at 530 MPa (76.9 ksi) vs 370 MPa (53.7 ksi). In exchange, A7075-RAM10-AB is the more ductile: elongation 8% versus 6% for A7075-RAM10-T6, and A7075-RAM10-T6 is harder (155 HB vs 108 HB). A7075-RAM10-T6 runs hotter in service (150°C vs 120°C continuous) and A7075-RAM10-T6 conducts heat better (120 W/m·K vs 105 W/m·K).
A7075-RAM10-ABChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
A7075-RAM10-T6Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
A7075-RAM10-AB vs A7075-RAM10-T6: 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
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 78 GPa11.3 Msi · Shear Modulus 29 GPa4.2 Msi · Bulk Modulus 76 GPa11 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33 · Compressive Strength 500 MPa72.5 ksi · Shear Strength 320 MPa46.4 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 22 MPa·√m20 ksi·√in · Hardness, Rockwell B 87 HRB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.9 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 920 J/kg·K0.22 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 22 µm/m·K12.2 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
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 5.7×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.24 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.83 V · Corrosion Resistance 35 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 50% · Weldability 45 / 100 · Formability (cold) 15 / 100 · Castability 25 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 15 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 260 MJ/kg111,780 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 18 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 5%
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.
A7075-RAM10-AB vs A7075-RAM10-T6 — frequently asked
Is A7075-RAM10-T6 stronger than A7075-RAM10-AB?
Yes. A7075-RAM10-T6 has a typical yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) against 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) for A7075-RAM10-AB — about 71% more. Tensile strength is 530 MPa (76.9 ksi) vs 370 MPa (53.7 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, AB or T6?
T6 is the default A7075-RAM10 condition in the FabDigit quote flow. 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.
Which is easier to machine, A7075-RAM10-AB or A7075-RAM10-T6?
A7075-RAM10-AB, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 50/100 against 45/100 for A7075-RAM10-T6.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in A7075-RAM10-AB and A7075-RAM10-T6 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.