2124/SiC/25p vs MA956
Composite · grade comparison
2124/SiC/25p and MA956 are both composite grades. MA956 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) against 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) for 2124/SiC/25p, about 8% more; tensile strength follows at 655 MPa (95 ksi) vs 620 MPa (89.9 ksi). MA956 is the more ductile: elongation 18% versus 3% for 2124/SiC/25p. 2124/SiC/25p is lighter (2.88 g/cm³ vs 7.2 g/cm³ for MA956) and MA956 is stiffer (265 GPa vs 114 GPa).
2124/SiC/25pChoose it when weight is the constraint.
MA956Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
2124/SiC/25p vs MA956: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all composite 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 composite 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
Bulk Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Compressive Modulus
Flexural Strength
Flexural Modulus
Shear Strength
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Min Service Temperature
Max Service Temperature (short-term)
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
UV / Weathering Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Polishability
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Water
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 260 MJ/kg111,780 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 18 kg CO₂/kg · Typical Recycled Content 0%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Thermal Shock Resistance Index
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.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | 2124/SiC/25p | MA956 |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
2124/SiC/25p vs MA956 — frequently asked
Is MA956 stronger than 2124/SiC/25p?
Yes. MA956 has a typical yield strength of 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) against 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) for 2124/SiC/25p — about 8% more. Tensile strength is 655 MPa (95 ksi) vs 620 MPa (89.9 ksi).
Which is cheaper, 2124/SiC/25p or MA956?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, 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 MA956?
MA956. Its machinability rates poor (20/100) against not recommended (12/100) for 2124/SiC/25p.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 2124/SiC/25p and MA956 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.