Magnesium Alloy HK31A-H24 vs HK31A-T6
Magnesium Alloy · HK31A temper comparison
HK31A-H24 and HK31A-T6 are two conditions of the same magnesium alloy grade, HK31A: H24 (strain hardened and partially annealed, half hard) versus T6 (solution heat treated and artificially aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. HK31A-H24 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 200 MPa (29 ksi) against 105 MPa (15.2 ksi) for HK31A-T6, about 90% more; tensile strength follows at 255 MPa (37 ksi) vs 220 MPa (31.9 ksi). HK31A-H24 is the more ductile: elongation 9% versus 8% for HK31A-T6. HK31A-T6 runs hotter in service (350°C vs 315°C continuous) and HK31A-H24 conducts heat better (111 W/m·K vs 92 W/m·K).
HK31A-H24Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
HK31A-T6Choose it when the part sees heat.
HK31A-H24 vs HK31A-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.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
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
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 1.79 g/cm³0.06 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 588°C1,090 °F · Liquidus Temperature 650°C1,202 °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 1,005 J/kg·K0.24 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 26.1 µm/m·K14.5 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 340 J/g146 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -100°C-148 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 28 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 6.2×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.44 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -1.55 V · Corrosion Resistance 20 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Same in both: Machinability 95 / 100 · Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 400% · Weldability 70 / 100 · Formability (cold) 35 / 100 · Castability 75 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 25 / 100 · Polishability 50 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 350 MJ/kg150,473 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 32 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 500 L/kg59.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 5%
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.
HK31A-H24 vs HK31A-T6 — frequently asked
Is HK31A-H24 stronger than HK31A-T6?
Yes. HK31A-H24 has a typical yield strength of 200 MPa (29 ksi) against 105 MPa (15.2 ksi) for HK31A-T6 — about 90% more. Tensile strength is 255 MPa (37 ksi) vs 220 MPa (31.9 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H24 or T6?
H24 is the default HK31A condition in the FabDigit quote flow. 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.
When should I choose HK31A-H24 over HK31A-T6?
Pick HK31A-H24 when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick HK31A-T6 when the part sees heat.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in HK31A-H24 and HK31A-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.