Nickel Alloy 2.4889 1/2H vs 2.4889-H
Nickel Alloy · 2.4889 temper comparison
2.4889 1/2H and 2.4889-H are two conditions of the same nickel alloy grade, 2.4889: 1/2H (half hard) versus H (hardened). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 2.4889-H is the stronger of the two: yield strength 950 MPa (138 ksi) against 700 MPa (102 ksi) for 2.4889 1/2H, about 36% more; tensile strength follows at 1,150 MPa (167 ksi) vs 950 MPa (138 ksi). In exchange, 2.4889 1/2H is the more ductile: elongation 15% versus 4% for 2.4889-H, and 2.4889-H is harder (300 HB vs 235 HB).
2.4889 1/2HChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
2.4889-HChoose it when strength drives the design.
2.4889 1/2H vs 2.4889-H: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all nickel 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 nickel 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
Reduction in Area
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 216 GPa31.3 Msi · Shear Modulus 83 GPa12 Msi · Bulk Modulus 180 GPa26.1 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.12 g/cm³0.29 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,380°C2,516 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,400°C2,552 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 14 W/m·K8.1 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 13.5 µm/m·K7.5 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 290 J/g125 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 1,250°C2,282 °F · Min Service Temperature -200°C-328 °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) -0.15 V · Corrosion Resistance 68 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Castability 40 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 55 / 100 · Polishability 65 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 160 MJ/kg68,788 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 12 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 300 L/kg35.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 30%
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every nickel alloy grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
2.4889 1/2H vs 2.4889-H — frequently asked
Is 2.4889-H stronger than 2.4889 1/2H?
Yes. 2.4889-H has a typical yield strength of 950 MPa (138 ksi) against 700 MPa (102 ksi) for 2.4889 1/2H — about 36% more. Tensile strength is 1,150 MPa (167 ksi) vs 950 MPa (138 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, 1/2H or H?
Annealed is the default 2.4889 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither 1/2H nor H). 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, 2.4889 1/2H or 2.4889-H?
2.4889 1/2H. Its weldability rates good (60/100) against good (55/100) for 2.4889-H.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 2.4889 1/2H and 2.4889-H 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.