FabDigitFabDigit

Nickel Alloy Hastelloy C-22-CD vs Hastelloy C-22 HR-A

Nickel Alloy · Hastelloy C-22 temper comparison

Hastelloy C-22-CD and Hastelloy C-22 HR-A are two conditions of the same nickel alloy grade, Hastelloy C-22: CD (cold drawn) versus HR-A (hot rolled, solution annealed and pickled plate). 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 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) for Hastelloy C-22 HR-A, about 71% more; tensile strength follows at 950 MPa (138 ksi) vs 780 MPa (113 ksi). In exchange, Hastelloy C-22 HR-A is the more ductile: elongation 58% versus 32% for Hastelloy C-22-CD, and Hastelloy C-22-CD is harder (250 HB vs 187 HB). Hastelloy C-22 HR-A runs hotter in service (1,000°C vs 480°C continuous).

Hastelloy C-22-CDChoose it when strength drives the design.

Hastelloy C-22 HR-AChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.

Hastelloy C-22-CD vs Hastelloy C-22 HR-A: properties

Hastelloy C-22-CDHastelloy C-22 HR-A

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

950 MPa138 ksi
780 MPa113 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

650 MPa94.3 ksi
380 MPa55.1 ksi

Elongation at Break

32%
58%

Reduction in Area

45%
62%

Shear Strength

590 MPa85.6 ksi
490 MPa71.1 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

410 MPa59.5 ksi
340 MPa49.3 ksi

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

120 J88.5 ft·lbf
240 J177 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

250 HB
187 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

100 HRB
89 HRB

Hardness, Vickers

265 HV
197 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 206 GPa29.9 Msi · 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.

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

480°C896 °F
1,000°C1,832 °F

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 10.1 W/m·K5.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F · 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 Resistivity

1.15×10⁻⁶ Ω·m45.3 µΩ·in
1.14×10⁻⁶ Ω·m44.9 µΩ·in

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 1.5 % IACS

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Corrosion Resistance

93 / 100
95 / 100

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

24 / 100
20 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

15%
12%

Weldability

78 / 100
85 / 100

Formability (cold)

45 / 100
70 / 100

Same in both: Castability 35 / 100 · 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.

2005001,0006.577.588.59Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scaleHastelloy C-22

Hastelloy C-22-CD vs Hastelloy C-22 HR-A — frequently asked

Is Hastelloy C-22-CD stronger than Hastelloy C-22 HR-A?

Yes. Hastelloy C-22-CD has a typical yield strength of 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) against 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) for Hastelloy C-22 HR-A — about 71% more. Tensile strength is 950 MPa (138 ksi) vs 780 MPa (113 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CD or HR-A?

SA is the default Hastelloy C-22 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CD nor HR-A). 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, Hastelloy C-22-CD or Hastelloy C-22 HR-A?

Hastelloy C-22 HR-A. Its weldability rates excellent (85/100) against very good (78/100) for Hastelloy C-22-CD.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Hastelloy C-22-CD and Hastelloy C-22 HR-A 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.