Aluminum AlSi12-HIP vs AlSi12-T6
Aluminum · AlSi12 temper comparison
AlSi12-HIP and AlSi12-T6 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, AlSi12: HIP (hot isostatic pressed) versus T6 (solution heat treated and artificially aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. AlSi12-T6 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 150 MPa (21.8 ksi) against 130 MPa (18.9 ksi) for AlSi12-HIP, about 15% more; tensile strength follows at 265 MPa (38.4 ksi) vs 240 MPa (34.8 ksi). In exchange, AlSi12-HIP is the more ductile: elongation 14% versus 12% for AlSi12-T6, and AlSi12-T6 is harder (70 HB vs 63 HB).
AlSi12-HIPChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
AlSi12-T6Choose it when strength drives the design.
AlSi12-HIP vs AlSi12-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)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 73 GPa10.6 Msi · Shear Modulus 27 GPa3.9 Msi · Bulk Modulus 74 GPa10.7 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33 · Compressive Strength 420 MPa60.9 ksi · Shear Strength 240 MPa34.8 ksi · Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT) 4 J3 ft·lbf
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Same in both: Melting Point (Solidus) 574°C1,065 °F · Liquidus Temperature 585°C1,085 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 900 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 20.4 µm/m·K11.3 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 510 J/g219 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).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.83 V · Corrosion Resistance 55 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Same in both: Machinability 60 / 100 · Weldability 80 / 100 · Formability (cold) 15 / 100 · Castability 95 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 35 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 215 MJ/kg92,433 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 13 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 10%
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.
AlSi12-HIP vs AlSi12-T6 — frequently asked
Is AlSi12-T6 stronger than AlSi12-HIP?
Yes. AlSi12-T6 has a typical yield strength of 150 MPa (21.8 ksi) against 130 MPa (18.9 ksi) for AlSi12-HIP — about 15% more. Tensile strength is 265 MPa (38.4 ksi) vs 240 MPa (34.8 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, HIP or T6?
As Printed is the default AlSi12 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither HIP nor T6). 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 AlSi12-HIP over AlSi12-T6?
Pick AlSi12-HIP when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick AlSi12-T6 when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in AlSi12-HIP and AlSi12-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.