Nickel Alloy Alloy 22 vs Alloy 59
Nickel Alloy · grade comparison
Nickel Alloy Alloy 22 and Alloy 59 are both nickel alloy grades. Alloy 22 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 400 MPa (58 ksi) against 360 MPa (52.2 ksi) for Alloy 59, about 11% more; tensile strength follows at 800 MPa (116 ksi) vs 740 MPa (107 ksi). Alloy 22 is the more ductile: elongation 62% versus 50% for Alloy 59. Alloy 59 runs hotter in service (1,000°C vs 675°C continuous) and Alloy 22 conducts electricity better (1.5 % IACS vs 1.3 % IACS).
Alloy 22Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Alloy 59Choose it when the part sees heat.
Alloy 22 vs Alloy 59: 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.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Bulk Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Reduction in Area 65% · Hardness, Brinell 200 HB · Hardness, Vickers 210 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Melting Point (Solidus)
Liquidus Temperature
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Specific Heat Capacity
Latent Heat of Fusion
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12.4 µm/m·K6.9 µin/in·°F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °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) -0.08 V · Corrosion Resistance 93 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 12%
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Same in both: Typical Recycled Content 40%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Same in both: Thermal Shock Resistance Index 3
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.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | Alloy 22 | Alloy 59 |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
Both take the same 3 finishes: Gold Plating, Plasma Spray, Silver Plating.
Alloy 22 vs Alloy 59 — frequently asked
Is Alloy 22 stronger than Alloy 59?
Yes. Alloy 22 has a typical yield strength of 400 MPa (58 ksi) against 360 MPa (52.2 ksi) for Alloy 59 — about 11% more. Tensile strength is 800 MPa (116 ksi) vs 740 MPa (107 ksi).
Which is cheaper, Alloy 22 or Alloy 59?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
When should I choose Alloy 22 over Alloy 59?
Pick Alloy 22 when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick Alloy 59 when the part sees heat.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Alloy 22 and Alloy 59 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.