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2124/SiC/25p vs Ag75W25

Composite · grade comparison

2124/SiC/25p and Ag75W25 are both composite grades. 2124/SiC/25p is the stronger of the two: yield strength 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) against 160 MPa (23.2 ksi) for Ag75W25, about 3.0 times as much; tensile strength follows at 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) vs 240 MPa (34.8 ksi). In exchange, Ag75W25 is the more ductile: elongation 8% versus 3% for 2124/SiC/25p. 2124/SiC/25p is lighter (2.88 g/cm³ vs 11.75 g/cm³ for Ag75W25) and Ag75W25 runs hotter in service (400°C vs 175°C continuous). On the shop floor, Ag75W25 machines more easily (fair vs not recommended).

2124/SiC/25pChoose it when strength drives the design, or when weight is the constraint.

Ag75W25Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.

2124/SiC/25p vs Ag75W25: properties

2124/SiC/25pAg75W25

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Elastic (Young's) Modulus

114 GPa16.5 Msi
115 GPa16.7 Msi

Shear Modulus

45 GPa6.5 Msi
46 GPa6.7 Msi

Bulk Modulus

90 GPa13.1 Msi
125 GPa18.1 Msi

Poisson's Ratio

0.29
0.36

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

620 MPa89.9 ksi
240 MPa34.8 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

480 MPa69.6 ksi
160 MPa23.2 ksi

Elongation at Break

3%
8%

Compressive Strength

700 MPa102 ksi
440 MPa63.8 ksi

Compressive Modulus

116 GPa16.8 Msi
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Flexural Strength

800 MPa116 ksi
400 MPa58 ksi

Flexural Modulus

114 GPa16.5 Msi
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Shear Strength

340 MPa49.3 ksi
150 MPa21.8 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

15 MPa·√m13.7 ksi·√in
25 MPa·√m22.8 ksi·√in

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Density

2.88 g/cm³0.1 lb/in³
11.75 g/cm³0.42 lb/in³

Thermal

How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.

Thermal Conductivity

140 W/m·K80.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F
320 W/m·K185 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Specific Heat Capacity

830 J/kg·K0.2 BTU/lb·°F
210 J/kg·K0.05 BTU/lb·°F

Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)

15 µm/m·K8.3 µin/in·°F
16.5 µm/m·K9.2 µin/in·°F

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

175°C347 °F
400°C752 °F

Min Service Temperature

-196°C-321 °F
-200°C-328 °F

Max Service Temperature (short-term)

300°C572 °F
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Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Resistivity

6.5×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.56 µΩ·in
2.2×10⁻⁸ Ω·m0.866 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Corrosion Resistance

32 / 100
70 / 100

UV / Weathering Resistance

95 / 100
100 / 100

Manufacturability

FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.

Machinability

12 / 100
35 / 100

Polishability

45 / 100
60 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Embodied Energy (primary production)

260 MJ/kg111,780 BTU/lb
1,200 MJ/kg515,908 BTU/lb

Embodied Carbon (primary production)

18 kg CO₂/kg
78 kg CO₂/kg

Embodied Water

1,200 L/kg144 gal/lb
900 L/kg108 gal/lb

Typical Recycled Content

0%
40%

Common Calculations

Ratios derived from the values above.

Specific Strength (UTS / density)

215 kN·m/kg
20 kN·m/kg

Specific Stiffness (E / density)

39.6 MN·m/kg
9.8 MN·m/kg

Modulus of Resilience

1,011 kJ/m³
111 kJ/m³

Thermal Diffusivity

58.6 mm²/s
129.7 mm²/s

Thermal Shock Resistance Index

51
40

Strength versus weight

Yield strength against density for every composite grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.

1101001,000510Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scale2124/SiC/25pAg75W25

Manufacturing and finishing

Capability2124/SiC/25pAg75W25
Default condition——
Relative cost$$$$ High$$$$ High
Min. machined wall——
Best machined surface——

2124/SiC/25p vs Ag75W25 — frequently asked

Is 2124/SiC/25p stronger than Ag75W25?

Yes. 2124/SiC/25p has a typical yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) against 160 MPa (23.2 ksi) for Ag75W25 — about 3.0 times as much. Tensile strength is 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) vs 240 MPa (34.8 ksi).

Which is cheaper, 2124/SiC/25p or Ag75W25?

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, 2124/SiC/25p or Ag75W25?

Ag75W25. Its machinability rates fair (35/100) against not recommended (12/100) for 2124/SiC/25p.

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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.