6092/SiC/17.5p vs A356/Al2O3/20p
Composite · grade comparison
6092/SiC/17.5p and A356/Al2O3/20p are both composite grades. 6092/SiC/17.5p is the stronger of the two: yield strength 434 MPa (62.9 ksi) against 290 MPa (42.1 ksi) for A356/Al2O3/20p, about 50% more; tensile strength follows at 483 MPa (70.1 ksi) vs 330 MPa (47.9 ksi). 6092/SiC/17.5p is the more ductile: elongation 6% versus 0.7% for A356/Al2O3/20p. 6092/SiC/17.5p is lighter (2.8 g/cm³ vs 2.94 g/cm³ for A356/Al2O3/20p) and A356/Al2O3/20p runs hotter in service (200°C vs 150°C continuous).
6092/SiC/17.5pChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
A356/Al2O3/20pChoose it when the part sees heat.
6092/SiC/17.5p vs A356/Al2O3/20p: 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
Shear Strength
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Flexural Strength
Flexural Modulus
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).
Same in both: Corrosion Resistance 55 / 100 · UV / Weathering Resistance 95 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Polishability
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Typical Recycled Content
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 | 6092/SiC/17.5p | A356/Al2O3/20p |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
6092/SiC/17.5p vs A356/Al2O3/20p — frequently asked
Is 6092/SiC/17.5p stronger than A356/Al2O3/20p?
Yes. 6092/SiC/17.5p has a typical yield strength of 434 MPa (62.9 ksi) against 290 MPa (42.1 ksi) for A356/Al2O3/20p — about 50% more. Tensile strength is 483 MPa (70.1 ksi) vs 330 MPa (47.9 ksi).
Which is cheaper, 6092/SiC/17.5p or A356/Al2O3/20p?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
When should I choose 6092/SiC/17.5p over A356/Al2O3/20p?
Pick 6092/SiC/17.5p when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick A356/Al2O3/20p when the part sees heat.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 6092/SiC/17.5p and A356/Al2O3/20p 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.