Nickel Alloy Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW vs Hastelloy C-22-CD
Nickel Alloy · Hastelloy C-22 temper comparison
Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW and Hastelloy C-22-CD are two conditions of the same nickel alloy grade, Hastelloy C-22: CAST-CX2MW (cast equivalent (ASTM A494 CX-2MW), solution annealed) versus CD (cold drawn). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Hastelloy C-22-CD is the stronger of the two: yield strength 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) against 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) for Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW, about 103% more; tensile strength follows at 950 MPa (138 ksi) vs 580 MPa (84.1 ksi). Hastelloy C-22-CD is the more ductile: elongation 32% versus 25% for Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW, and Hastelloy C-22-CD is harder (250 HB vs 190 HB). Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW runs hotter in service (1,000°C vs 480°C continuous).
Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MWChoose it when the part sees heat.
Hastelloy C-22-CDChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW vs Hastelloy C-22-CD: 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.
Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MWHastelloy C-22-CD
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 79 GPa11.5 Msi · Bulk Modulus 180 GPa26.1 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.31
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.69 g/cm³0.31 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,357°C2,475 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,399°C2,550 °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 414 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F · 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).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.1 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Same in both: Brazeability / Solderability 50 / 100 · Polishability 75 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 145 MJ/kg62,339 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 12 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 300 L/kg35.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 45%
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.
Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW vs Hastelloy C-22-CD — frequently asked
Is Hastelloy C-22-CD stronger than Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW?
Yes. Hastelloy C-22-CD has a typical yield strength of 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) against 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) for Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW — about 103% more. Tensile strength is 950 MPa (138 ksi) vs 580 MPa (84.1 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CAST-CX2MW or CD?
SA is the default Hastelloy C-22 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CAST-CX2MW nor CD). 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 is easier to machine, Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW or Hastelloy C-22-CD?
Hastelloy C-22-CD, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 24/100 against 18/100 for Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW; for welding the order is Hastelloy C-22-CD first (very good, 78/100) then Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW (very good, 70/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Hastelloy C-22 CAST-CX2MW and Hastelloy C-22-CD 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.