Aluminum B535.0 F-PM vs B535.0-T5
Aluminum · B535.0 temper comparison
B535.0 F-PM and B535.0-T5 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, B535.0: F-PM (f) versus T5 (cooled from hot working and artificially aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. B535.0 F-PM is the stronger of the two: yield strength 135 MPa (19.6 ksi) against 125 MPa (18.1 ksi) for B535.0-T5, about 8% more; tensile strength follows at 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) vs 250 MPa (36.3 ksi). B535.0 F-PM is the more ductile: elongation 10% versus 9% for B535.0-T5, and B535.0 F-PM is harder (70 HB vs 65 HB).
B535.0 F-PMChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
B535.0 F-PM vs B535.0-T5: 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 70 GPa10.2 Msi · Shear Modulus 26 GPa3.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 69 GPa10 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.62 g/cm³0.09 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 549°C1,020 °F · Liquidus Temperature 632°C1,170 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 100 W/m·K57.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 960 J/kg·K0.23 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 24.5 µm/m·K13.6 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 390 J/g168 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 120°C248 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 24 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 7.2×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.83 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.87 V · Corrosion Resistance 78 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Same in both: Machinability 88 / 100 · Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 250% · Weldability 75 / 100 · Castability 40 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 15 / 100 · Polishability 80 / 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 1,100 L/kg132 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 55%
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.
B535.0 F-PM vs B535.0-T5 — frequently asked
Is B535.0 F-PM stronger than B535.0-T5?
Yes. B535.0 F-PM has a typical yield strength of 135 MPa (19.6 ksi) against 125 MPa (18.1 ksi) for B535.0-T5 — about 8% more. Tensile strength is 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) vs 250 MPa (36.3 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, F-PM or T5?
F is the default B535.0 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither F-PM nor T5). 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 B535.0 F-PM over B535.0-T5?
Pick B535.0 F-PM when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in B535.0 F-PM and B535.0-T5 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.