Magnesium Alloy EN-MC21110-T4 vs EN-MC21110-T6
Magnesium Alloy · EN-MC21110 temper comparison
EN-MC21110-T4 and EN-MC21110-T6 are two conditions of the same magnesium alloy grade, EN-MC21110: T4 (solution heat treated and naturally aged) versus T6 (solution heat treated and artificially aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. EN-MC21110-T6 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 145 MPa (21 ksi) against 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) for EN-MC21110-T4, about 61% more. In exchange, EN-MC21110-T4 is the more ductile: elongation 12% versus 3% for EN-MC21110-T6, and EN-MC21110-T6 is harder (70 HB vs 55 HB). EN-MC21110-T6 conducts electricity better (12 % IACS vs 10 % IACS). On the shop floor, EN-MC21110-T4 welds better (very good vs good).
EN-MC21110-T4Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when it will be welded.
EN-MC21110-T6Choose it when strength drives the design.
EN-MC21110-T4 vs EN-MC21110-T6: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all magnesium alloy 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 magnesium alloy 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.
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 45 GPa6.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 17 GPa2.5 Msi · Bulk Modulus 45 GPa6.5 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.35 · Tensile Strength (Ultimate) 275 MPa39.9 ksi
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 1.81 g/cm³0.07 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 470°C878 °F · Liquidus Temperature 595°C1,103 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 1,020 J/kg·K0.24 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 26 µm/m·K14.4 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 373 J/g160 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -60°C-76 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -1.55 V · Corrosion Resistance 32 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 400% · Castability 92 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 25 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Same in both: Embodied Water 500 L/kg59.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 30%
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every magnesium alloy grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
EN-MC21110-T4 vs EN-MC21110-T6 — frequently asked
Is EN-MC21110-T6 stronger than EN-MC21110-T4?
Yes. EN-MC21110-T6 has a typical yield strength of 145 MPa (21 ksi) against 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) for EN-MC21110-T4 — about 61% more. Tensile strength is 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) vs 275 MPa (39.9 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, T4 or T6?
F is the default EN-MC21110 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither T4 nor T6). The other condition is available on request or by drawing note — specify it in the material field or the part notes and the quote is priced for it.
Which welds better, EN-MC21110-T4 or EN-MC21110-T6?
EN-MC21110-T4. Its weldability rates very good (70/100) against good (55/100) for EN-MC21110-T6.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in EN-MC21110-T4 and EN-MC21110-T6 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.