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Nickel Alloy CZ-100-ANN vs CZ-100-F

Nickel Alloy · CZ-100 temper comparison

CZ-100-ANN and CZ-100-F are two conditions of the same nickel alloy grade, CZ-100: ANN (annealed) versus F (as fabricated). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. CZ-100-F is the stronger of the two: yield strength 160 MPa (23.2 ksi) against 140 MPa (20.3 ksi) for CZ-100-ANN, about 14% more; tensile strength follows at 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) vs 360 MPa (52.2 ksi). In exchange, CZ-100-ANN is the more ductile: elongation 32% versus 25% for CZ-100-F, and CZ-100-F is harder (110 HB vs 95 HB).

CZ-100-ANNChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

CZ-100-FChoose it when strength drives the design.

CZ-100-ANN vs CZ-100-F: properties

CZ-100-ANNCZ-100-F

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

360 MPa52.2 ksi
380 MPa55.1 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

140 MPa20.3 ksi
160 MPa23.2 ksi

Elongation at Break

32%
25%

Reduction in Area

38%
30%

Compressive Strength

145 MPa21 ksi
165 MPa23.9 ksi

Shear Strength

240 MPa34.8 ksi
250 MPa36.3 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

130 MPa18.9 ksi
140 MPa20.3 ksi

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

60 J44.3 ft·lbf
45 J33.2 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

95 HB
110 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

52 HRB
62 HRB

Hardness, Vickers

100 HV
115 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 180 GPa26.1 Msi · Shear Modulus 70 GPa10.2 Msi · Bulk Modulus 170 GPa24.7 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.31

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 8.85 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,315°C2,399 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,400°C2,552 °F

Thermal

How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.

Thermal Conductivity

55 W/m·K31.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F
50 W/m·K28.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 456 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 13.3 µm/m·K7.4 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 297 J/g128 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 480°C896 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

13 % IACS
12 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

1.32×10⁻⁷ Ω·m5.2 µΩ·in
1.4×10⁻⁷ Ω·m5.51 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Corrosion Resistance

80 / 100
78 / 100

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.2 V

Manufacturability

FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.

Machinability

32 / 100
35 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

28%
30%

Weldability

65 / 100
60 / 100

Formability (cold)

35 / 100
25 / 100

Same in both: Castability 65 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 65 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 165 MJ/kg70,937 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 13 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 200 L/kg24 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 40%

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.

2005001,0006.577.588.59Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scaleCZ-100

CZ-100-ANN vs CZ-100-F — frequently asked

Is CZ-100-F stronger than CZ-100-ANN?

Yes. CZ-100-F has a typical yield strength of 160 MPa (23.2 ksi) against 140 MPa (20.3 ksi) for CZ-100-ANN — about 14% more. Tensile strength is 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) vs 360 MPa (52.2 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, ANN or F?

F is the default CZ-100 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.

Which welds better, CZ-100-ANN or CZ-100-F?

CZ-100-ANN. Its weldability rates good (65/100) against good (60/100) for CZ-100-F.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in CZ-100-ANN and CZ-100-F 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.