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Nickel Alloy Hastelloy G-ANN vs Hastelloy G-CD

Nickel Alloy · Hastelloy G temper comparison

Hastelloy G-ANN and Hastelloy G-CD are two conditions of the same nickel alloy grade, Hastelloy G: ANN (annealed) versus CD (cold drawn). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Hastelloy G-CD is the stronger of the two: yield strength 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) against 310 MPa (45 ksi) for Hastelloy G-ANN, about 77% more; tensile strength follows at 800 MPa (116 ksi) vs 690 MPa (100 ksi). In exchange, Hastelloy G-ANN is the more ductile: elongation 55% versus 30% for Hastelloy G-CD, and Hastelloy G-CD is harder (237 HB vs 180 HB). Hastelloy G-ANN runs hotter in service (550°C vs 480°C continuous).

Hastelloy G-ANNChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.

Hastelloy G-CDChoose it when strength drives the design.

Hastelloy G-ANN vs Hastelloy G-CD: properties

Hastelloy G-ANNHastelloy G-CD

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

690 MPa100 ksi
800 MPa116 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

310 MPa45 ksi
550 MPa79.8 ksi

Elongation at Break

55%
30%

Reduction in Area

60%
45%

Shear Strength

450 MPa65.3 ksi
520 MPa75.4 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

300 MPa43.5 ksi
350 MPa50.8 ksi

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

200 J148 ft·lbf
120 J88.5 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

180 HB
237 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

88 HRB
99 HRB

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 198 GPa28.7 Msi · Shear Modulus 76 GPa11 Msi · Bulk Modulus 174 GPa25.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.31

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 8.31 g/cm³0.3 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,260°C2,300 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,355°C2,471 °F

Thermal

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

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

550°C1,022 °F
480°C896 °F

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 10.1 W/m·K5.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 445 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 13.9 µm/m·K7.7 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 290 J/g125 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 1.5 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.15×10⁻⁶ Ω·m45.3 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Corrosion Resistance

85 / 100
82 / 100

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.15 V

Manufacturability

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

Machinability

25 / 100
30 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

14%
18%

Weldability

70 / 100
68 / 100

Formability (cold)

75 / 100
45 / 100

Same in both: Brazeability / Solderability 50 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 145 MJ/kg62,339 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 11 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 210 L/kg25.2 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 scaleHastelloy G

Hastelloy G-ANN vs Hastelloy G-CD — frequently asked

Is Hastelloy G-CD stronger than Hastelloy G-ANN?

Yes. Hastelloy G-CD has a typical yield strength of 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) against 310 MPa (45 ksi) for Hastelloy G-ANN — about 77% more. Tensile strength is 800 MPa (116 ksi) vs 690 MPa (100 ksi).

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

ANN is the default Hastelloy G 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 is easier to machine, Hastelloy G-ANN or Hastelloy G-CD?

Hastelloy G-CD, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 30/100 against 25/100 for Hastelloy G-ANN.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Hastelloy G-ANN and Hastelloy G-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.