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Nickel Alloy Hastelloy X As Cast vs Hastelloy X Stress Relieved

Nickel Alloy · Hastelloy X temper comparison

Hastelloy X As Cast and Hastelloy X Stress Relieved are two conditions of the same nickel alloy grade, Hastelloy X: As Cast versus Stress Relieved. The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Hastelloy X Stress Relieved is the stronger of the two: yield strength 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) against 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) for Hastelloy X As Cast, about 63% more; tensile strength follows at 790 MPa (115 ksi) vs 620 MPa (89.9 ksi). Hastelloy X Stress Relieved is the more ductile: elongation 30% versus 20% for Hastelloy X As Cast, and Hastelloy X Stress Relieved is harder (218 HB vs 190 HB). Hastelloy X Stress Relieved is stiffer (203 GPa vs 190 GPa) and Hastelloy X As Cast runs hotter in service (1,100°C vs 900°C continuous). On the shop floor, Hastelloy X Stress Relieved welds better (very good vs good).

Hastelloy X As CastChoose it when the part sees heat.

Hastelloy X Stress RelievedChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Hastelloy X As Cast vs Hastelloy X Stress Relieved: properties

Hastelloy X As CastHastelloy X Stress Relieved

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Elastic (Young's) Modulus

190 GPa27.6 Msi
203 GPa29.4 Msi

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

620 MPa89.9 ksi
790 MPa115 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

320 MPa46.4 ksi
520 MPa75.4 ksi

Elongation at Break

20%
30%

Reduction in Area

24%
35%

Compressive Strength

330 MPa47.9 ksi
535 MPa77.6 ksi

Shear Strength

420 MPa60.9 ksi
515 MPa74.7 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

230 MPa33.4 ksi
330 MPa47.9 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

85 MPa·√m77.4 ksi·√in
100 MPa·√m91 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

50 J36.9 ft·lbf
65 J47.9 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

190 HB
218 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

89 HRB
97 HRB

Hardness, Vickers

200 HV
230 HV

Same in both: Shear Modulus 79 GPa11.5 Msi · Bulk Modulus 190 GPa27.6 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.32

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 8.22 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)

1,100°C2,012 °F
900°C1,652 °F

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 9 W/m·K5.2 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 486 J/kg·K0.12 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.

Electrical Conductivity

1.5 % IACS
1.5 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

1.2×10⁻⁶ Ω·m47.2 µΩ·in
1.18×10⁻⁶ Ω·m46.5 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Corrosion Resistance

72 / 100
75 / 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

20 / 100
17 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

13%
11%

Weldability

65 / 100
82 / 100

Formability (cold)

20 / 100
55 / 100

Same in both: Castability 55 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 80 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 215 MJ/kg92,433 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 13.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 520 L/kg62.3 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 35%

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 X

Hastelloy X As Cast vs Hastelloy X Stress Relieved — frequently asked

Is Hastelloy X Stress Relieved stronger than Hastelloy X As Cast?

Yes. Hastelloy X Stress Relieved has a typical yield strength of 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) against 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) for Hastelloy X As Cast — about 63% more. Tensile strength is 790 MPa (115 ksi) vs 620 MPa (89.9 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, As Cast or Stress Relieved?

Solution Annealed is the default Hastelloy X condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither As Cast nor Stress Relieved). 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 X As Cast or Hastelloy X Stress Relieved?

Hastelloy X Stress Relieved. Its weldability rates very good (82/100) against good (65/100) for Hastelloy X As Cast.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Hastelloy X As Cast and Hastelloy X Stress Relieved 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.