Magnesium Alloy MB2-H24 vs MB2-H26
Magnesium Alloy · MB2 temper comparison
MB2-H24 and MB2-H26 are two conditions of the same magnesium alloy grade, MB2: H24 (strain hardened and partially annealed, half hard) versus H26 (strain hardened and partially annealed, three-quarter hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. MB2-H26 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 235 MPa (34.1 ksi) against 220 MPa (31.9 ksi) for MB2-H24, about 7% more. In exchange, MB2-H24 is the more ductile: elongation 15% versus 11% for MB2-H26, and MB2-H26 is harder (77 HB vs 73 HB). MB2-H24 runs hotter in service (120°C vs 110°C continuous).
MB2-H24Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
MB2-H26Choose it when strength drives the design.
MB2-H24 vs MB2-H26: 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
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
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 · Compressive Strength 250 MPa36.3 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 18 MPa·√m16.4 ksi·√in · Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT) 5 J3.7 ft·lbf · Hardness, Rockwell B 47 HRB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 1.78 g/cm³0.06 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 566°C1,051 °F · Liquidus Temperature 632°C1,170 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 96 W/m·K55.5 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 1,000 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 339 J/g146 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -100°C-148 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 19 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 9.2×10⁻⁸ Ω·m3.62 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -1.55 V · Corrosion Resistance 22 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Machinability 95 / 100 · Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 400% · Weldability 70 / 100 · Castability 55 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 40 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 340 MJ/kg146,174 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 33 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 500 L/kg59.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 25%
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.
MB2-H24 vs MB2-H26 — frequently asked
Is MB2-H26 stronger than MB2-H24?
Yes. MB2-H26 has a typical yield strength of 235 MPa (34.1 ksi) against 220 MPa (31.9 ksi) for MB2-H24 — about 7% more. Tensile strength is 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) vs 290 MPa (42.1 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H24 or H26?
H24 is the default MB2 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 MB2-H24 over MB2-H26?
Pick MB2-H24 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat. Pick MB2-H26 when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in MB2-H24 and MB2-H26 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.