Aluminum Hokotol-STD vs Hokotol-T651
Aluminum · Hokotol temper comparison
Hokotol-STD and Hokotol-T651 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, Hokotol: STD (as-supplied high-strength plate) versus T651 (T6, stress relieved by stretching). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 480 MPa — the mechanical properties are the same, and the difference is in how the stock is processed and what it is certified to (as-supplied high-strength plate versus T6, stress relieved by stretching). Hokotol-STD is the more ductile: elongation 6% versus 5% for Hokotol-T651. Hokotol-STD runs hotter in service (120°C vs 100°C continuous) and Hokotol-STD conducts heat better (150 W/m·K vs 130 W/m·K).
Hokotol-STDChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
Hokotol-STD vs Hokotol-T651: 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
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 71 GPa10.3 Msi · Shear Modulus 26.9 GPa3.9 Msi · Bulk Modulus 74 GPa10.7 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33 · Compressive Strength 490 MPa71.1 ksi · Shear Strength 320 MPa46.4 ksi
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.82 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 860 J/kg·K0.21 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 23.4 µm/m·K13 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 4.4×10⁻⁸ Ω·m1.73 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.84 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 90% · Weldability 18 / 100 · Formability (cold) 18 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 10 / 100 · Polishability 75 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 155 MJ/kg66,638 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 12 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 25%
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.
Hokotol-STD vs Hokotol-T651 — frequently asked
What is the difference between Hokotol-STD and Hokotol-T651?
Hokotol-STD and Hokotol-T651 are two conditions of the same aluminum grade, Hokotol: STD (as-supplied high-strength plate) versus T651 (T6, stress relieved by stretching). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 480 MPa — the mechanical properties are the same, and the difference is in how the stock is processed and what it is certified to (as-supplied high-strength plate versus T6, stress relieved by stretching).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, STD or T651?
Specify the condition in the material field or the drawing note; FabDigit prices the quote for the state you call out.
When should I choose Hokotol-STD over Hokotol-T651?
Pick Hokotol-STD when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Hokotol-STD and Hokotol-T651 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.