PZT-2 vs PZT-8
Ceramic · grade comparison
PZT-2 and PZT-8 are both ceramic grades. PZT-2 is the stronger of the two: tensile strength 75 MPa (10.9 ksi) against 30 MPa (4.35 ksi) for PZT-8, about 150% more. PZT-8 is harder — 350 HV against 320 HV for PZT-2 — which matters for wear surfaces and threads. PZT-2 runs hotter in service (185°C vs 150°C continuous).
PZT-2Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
PZT-8Choose it when surface hardness matters.
PZT-2 vs PZT-8: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all ceramic 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 ceramic 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.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Shear Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Flexural Strength
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Bulk Modulus 76 GPa11 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.31 · Compressive Strength 600 MPa87 ksi · Hardness, Mohs 5
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.6 g/cm³0.27 lb/in³ · Porosity 1.5%
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 1.2 W/m·K0.69 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 350 J/kg·K0.08 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 4 µm/m·K2.2 µin/in·°F · Min Service Temperature -50°C-58 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Resistivity
Dielectric Constant (1 MHz)
Dissipation Factor (1 MHz)
Volume Resistivity
Same in both: Dielectric Strength 4 kV/mm102 V/mil
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Corrosion Resistance 70 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Sintering / Firing Temperature
Same in both: Machinability 8 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Same in both: Typical Recycled Content 5%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Same in both: Thermal Diffusivity 0.5 mm²/s · Thermal Shock Resistance Index 0
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every ceramic grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | PZT-2 | PZT-8 |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
PZT-2 vs PZT-8 — frequently asked
Is PZT-2 stronger than PZT-8?
Yes. PZT-2 has a typical tensile strength of 75 MPa (10.9 ksi) against 30 MPa (4.35 ksi) for PZT-8 — about 150% more.
Which is cheaper, PZT-2 or PZT-8?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
When should I choose PZT-2 over PZT-8?
Pick PZT-2 when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat. Pick PZT-8 when surface hardness matters.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in PZT-2 and PZT-8 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.