RGD525 vs VeroBlackPlus
Polymer · grade comparison
RGD525 and VeroBlackPlus are both polymer grades. RGD525 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 62 MPa (8.99 ksi) against 50 MPa (7.25 ksi) for VeroBlackPlus, about 24% more; tensile strength follows at 75 MPa (10.9 ksi) vs 55 MPa (7.98 ksi). In exchange, VeroBlackPlus is the more ductile: elongation 17% versus 12% for RGD525. RGD525 is stiffer (3.4 GPa vs 2.5 GPa) and RGD525 runs hotter in service (55°C vs 45°C continuous). On the shop floor, VeroBlackPlus welds better (10 vs 0 out of 100).
RGD525Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
VeroBlackPlusChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when it will be welded.
RGD525 vs VeroBlackPlus: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all polymer 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 polymer 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.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Flexural Strength
Flexural Modulus
Shear Strength
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Shore D
Hardness, Rockwell M
Hardness, Rockwell R
Same in both: Poisson's Ratio 0.35 · Izod Impact, Notched 25 J/m0.47 ft·lbf/in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Glass Transition (Tg)
Water Absorption (24 h)
Water Absorption (Saturation)
Same in both: Density 1.18 g/cm³0.04 lb/in³
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 0.45 MPa
Heat Deflection Temp. @ 1.8 MPa
Vicat Softening Point (B50)
Max Service Temperature (short-term)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 0.2 W/m·K0.12 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 1,500 J/kg·K0.36 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 80 µm/m·K44.4 µin/in·°F · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F · Limiting Oxygen Index 19%
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Dielectric Constant (1 MHz)
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 1×10¹² Ω·m3.94×10¹⁹ µΩ·in · Volume Resistivity 1×10¹⁴ Ω·cm
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
UV / Weathering Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Polishability
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Same in both: Embodied Carbon (primary production) 5.5 kg CO₂/kg · Typical Recycled Content 0%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Same in both: Thermal Diffusivity 0.1 mm²/s · Thermal Shock Resistance Index 0
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every polymer grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | RGD525 | VeroBlackPlus |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
RGD525 vs VeroBlackPlus — frequently asked
Is RGD525 stronger than VeroBlackPlus?
Yes. RGD525 has a typical yield strength of 62 MPa (8.99 ksi) against 50 MPa (7.25 ksi) for VeroBlackPlus — about 24% more. Tensile strength is 75 MPa (10.9 ksi) vs 55 MPa (7.98 ksi).
Which is cheaper, RGD525 or VeroBlackPlus?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, RGD525 or VeroBlackPlus?
VeroBlackPlus. Its machinability rates good (55/100) against fair (50/100) for RGD525; for welding the order is VeroBlackPlus first (not recommended, 10/100) then RGD525 (not recommended, 0/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in RGD525 and VeroBlackPlus 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.