Nickel Alloy X-750-EQ vs X-750-STA
Nickel Alloy · X-750 temper comparison
X-750-EQ and X-750-STA are two conditions of the same nickel alloy grade, X-750: EQ (equalized) versus STA (solution treated and aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. X-750-STA is the stronger of the two: yield strength 815 MPa (118 ksi) against 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) for X-750-EQ, about 48% more; tensile strength follows at 1,200 MPa (174 ksi) vs 900 MPa (131 ksi). In exchange, X-750-EQ is the more ductile: elongation 30% versus 24% for X-750-STA, and X-750-STA is harder (302 HB vs 235 HB). X-750-STA runs hotter in service (760°C vs 650°C continuous). On the shop floor, X-750-EQ welds better (50 vs 40 out of 100).
X-750-EQChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when it will be welded.
X-750-STAChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
X-750-EQ vs X-750-STA: 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.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 214 GPa31 Msi · Shear Modulus 83 GPa12 Msi · Bulk Modulus 188 GPa27.3 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.31
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.28 g/cm³0.3 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,393°C2,539 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,427°C2,601 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 12 W/m·K6.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 431 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12.6 µm/m·K7 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 290 J/g125 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -253°C-423 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 1.4 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.22×10⁻⁶ Ω·m48 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.1 V · Corrosion Resistance 78 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Castability 35 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 45 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 290 MJ/kg124,678 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 17.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 300 L/kg35.9 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.
X-750-EQ vs X-750-STA — frequently asked
Is X-750-STA stronger than X-750-EQ?
Yes. X-750-STA has a typical yield strength of 815 MPa (118 ksi) against 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) for X-750-EQ — about 48% more. Tensile strength is 1,200 MPa (174 ksi) vs 900 MPa (131 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, EQ or STA?
STA is the default X-750 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 welds better, X-750-EQ or X-750-STA?
X-750-EQ. Its weldability rates fair (50/100) against fair (40/100) for X-750-STA.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in X-750-EQ and X-750-STA 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.