PZT-4 vs PZT-5H
Ceramic · grade comparison
PZT-4 and PZT-5H are both ceramic grades. PZT-4 is stiffer (70 GPa vs 60 GPa) and PZT-4 runs hotter in service (160°C vs 95°C continuous).
PZT-4Choose it when the part sees heat.
PZT-4 vs PZT-5H: 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
Poisson's Ratio
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Flexural Strength
Shear Strength
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Mohs
Same in both: Bulk Modulus 60 GPa8.7 Msi · Tensile Strength (Ultimate) 75 MPa10.9 ksi · Hardness, Vickers 320 HV · Hardness, Knoop 300 HK
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Porosity
Same in both: Density 7.5 g/cm³0.27 lb/in³
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 1.3 W/m·K0.72 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 Strength
Dielectric Constant (1 MHz)
Dissipation Factor (1 MHz)
Volume Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Polishability
Sintering / Firing Temperature
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Typical Recycled Content
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Same in both: Specific Strength (UTS / density) 10 kN·m/kg · 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-4 | PZT-5H |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
PZT-4 vs PZT-5H — frequently asked
What is the difference between PZT-4 and PZT-5H?
PZT-4 and PZT-5H are both ceramic grades. PZT-4 is stiffer (70 GPa vs 60 GPa) and PZT-4 runs hotter in service (160°C vs 95°C continuous).
Which is cheaper, PZT-4 or PZT-5H?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, PZT-4 or PZT-5H?
PZT-4, by a small margin. Both rate not recommended for machinability — 12/100 against 6/100 for PZT-5H.
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in PZT-4 and PZT-5H 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.