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Nickel Alloy Hastelloy C276 As Welded vs Hastelloy C276 Solution Annealed

Nickel Alloy · Hastelloy C276 temper comparison

Hastelloy C276 As Welded and Hastelloy C276 Solution Annealed are two conditions of the same nickel alloy grade, Hastelloy C276: As Welded (as-welded deposit) versus Solution Annealed. The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Hastelloy C276 As Welded is the stronger of the two: yield strength 490 MPa (71.1 ksi) against 360 MPa (52.2 ksi) for Hastelloy C276 Solution Annealed, about 36% more. In exchange, Hastelloy C276 Solution Annealed is the more ductile: elongation 60% versus 40% for Hastelloy C276 As Welded.

Hastelloy C276 As WeldedChoose it when strength drives the design.

Hastelloy C276 Solution AnnealedChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Hastelloy C276 As Welded vs Hastelloy C276 Solution Annealed: properties

Hastelloy C276 As WeldedHastelloy C276 Solution Annealed

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

760 MPa110 ksi
790 MPa115 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

490 MPa71.1 ksi
360 MPa52.2 ksi

Elongation at Break

40%
60%

Reduction in Area

42%
65%

Shear Strength

465 MPa67.4 ksi
480 MPa69.6 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

280 MPa40.6 ksi
350 MPa50.8 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

150 MPa·√m137 ksi·√in
200 MPa·√m182 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

85 J62.7 ft·lbf
190 J140 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

192 HB
194 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

92 HRB
90 HRB

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 205 GPa29.7 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 8.89 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,323°C2,413 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,371°C2,500 °F

Thermal

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

Thermal Conductivity

10 W/m·K5.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F
10.2 W/m·K5.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 427 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.2 µm/m·K6.2 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 290 J/g125 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 650°C1,202 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

1.3 % IACS
1.3 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

1.32×10⁻⁶ Ω·m52 µΩ·in
1.3×10⁻⁶ Ω·m51.2 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Corrosion Resistance

90 / 100
95 / 100

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.05 V

Manufacturability

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

Machinability

15 / 100
18 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

10%
12%

Formability (cold)

55 / 100
75 / 100

Same in both: Weldability 85 / 100 · Castability 40 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 65 / 100 · Polishability 75 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 210 MJ/kg90,284 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 14 kg CO₂/kg · 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 scaleHastelloy C276

Hastelloy C276 As Welded vs Hastelloy C276 Solution Annealed — frequently asked

Is Hastelloy C276 As Welded stronger than Hastelloy C276 Solution Annealed?

Yes. Hastelloy C276 As Welded has a typical yield strength of 490 MPa (71.1 ksi) against 360 MPa (52.2 ksi) for Hastelloy C276 Solution Annealed — about 36% more. Tensile strength is 760 MPa (110 ksi) vs 790 MPa (115 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, As Welded or Solution Annealed?

Solution Annealed is the default Hastelloy C276 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.

When should I choose Hastelloy C276 As Welded over Hastelloy C276 Solution Annealed?

Pick Hastelloy C276 As Welded when strength drives the design. Pick Hastelloy C276 Solution Annealed when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Hastelloy C276 As Welded and Hastelloy C276 Solution Annealed 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.