LAS/SiC vs SiC/SiC
Composite · grade comparison
LAS/SiC and SiC/SiC are both composite grades. SiC/SiC is the stronger of the two: tensile strength 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) against 260 MPa (37.7 ksi) for LAS/SiC, about 15% more. In exchange, LAS/SiC is the more ductile: elongation 0.7% versus 0.6% for SiC/SiC. SiC/SiC is stiffer (230 GPa vs 110 GPa) and SiC/SiC runs hotter in service (1,350°C vs 900°C continuous).
LAS/SiCChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
SiC/SiCChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
LAS/SiC vs SiC/SiC: 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)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Compressive Modulus
Flexural Strength
Flexural Modulus
Shear Strength
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Water Absorption (24 h)
Same in both: Density 2.5 g/cm³0.09 lb/in³
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)
Max Service Temperature (short-term)
Same in both: Min Service Temperature -200°C-328 °F
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 Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Same in both: Typical Recycled Content 0%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
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 | LAS/SiC | SiC/SiC |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
LAS/SiC vs SiC/SiC — frequently asked
Is SiC/SiC stronger than LAS/SiC?
Yes. SiC/SiC has a typical tensile strength of 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) against 260 MPa (37.7 ksi) for LAS/SiC — about 15% more.
Which is cheaper, LAS/SiC or SiC/SiC?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
When should I choose LAS/SiC over SiC/SiC?
Pick LAS/SiC when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick SiC/SiC when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in LAS/SiC and SiC/SiC 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.