Aluminum AlSi7Mg As Printed vs AlSi7Mg-F
Aluminum · AlSi7Mg temper comparison
AlSi7Mg As Printed and AlSi7Mg-F are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, AlSi7Mg: As Printed (as built (as printed)) versus F (as fabricated). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. AlSi7Mg As Printed is the stronger of the two: yield strength 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) against 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) for AlSi7Mg-F, about 167% more; tensile strength follows at 350 MPa (50.8 ksi) vs 170 MPa (24.7 ksi). AlSi7Mg As Printed is the more ductile: elongation 8% versus 4% for AlSi7Mg-F, and AlSi7Mg As Printed is harder (105 HB vs 55 HB). AlSi7Mg-F runs hotter in service (150°C vs 120°C continuous) and AlSi7Mg-F conducts heat better (155 W/m·K vs 130 W/m·K).
AlSi7Mg As PrintedChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
AlSi7Mg-FChoose it when the part sees heat.
AlSi7Mg As Printed vs AlSi7Mg-F: 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.
Bulk Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 71 GPa10.3 Msi · Shear Modulus 26.5 GPa3.8 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33 · Compressive Strength 250 MPa36.3 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 20 MPa·√m18.2 ksi·√in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.67 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 557°C1,035 °F · Liquidus Temperature 613°C1,135 °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 963 J/kg·K0.23 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 21.5 µm/m·K11.9 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 389 J/g167 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
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Castability
Polishability
Same in both: Formability (cold) 20 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 30 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Typical Recycled Content
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.
AlSi7Mg As Printed vs AlSi7Mg-F — frequently asked
Is AlSi7Mg As Printed stronger than AlSi7Mg-F?
Yes. AlSi7Mg As Printed has a typical yield strength of 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) against 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) for AlSi7Mg-F — about 167% more. Tensile strength is 350 MPa (50.8 ksi) vs 170 MPa (24.7 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, As Printed or F?
As Printed is the default AlSi7Mg 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 welds better, AlSi7Mg As Printed or AlSi7Mg-F?
AlSi7Mg-F. Its weldability rates very good (75/100) against very good (70/100) for AlSi7Mg As Printed.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in AlSi7Mg As Printed and AlSi7Mg-F 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.