Precious Metal AgNi10 vs AgSnO2In2O3
Precious Metal · grade comparison
Precious Metal AgNi10 and AgSnO2In2O3 are both precious metal grades. AgSnO2In2O3 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 205 MPa (29.7 ksi) against 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) for AgNi10, about 128% more; tensile strength follows at 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) vs 230 MPa (33.4 ksi). In exchange, AgNi10 is the more ductile: elongation 25% versus 9% for AgSnO2In2O3, and AgSnO2In2O3 is harder (90 HB vs 58 HB). AgSnO2In2O3 runs hotter in service (250°C vs 200°C continuous) and AgNi10 conducts electricity better (88 % IACS vs 66 % IACS). On the shop floor, AgNi10 machines more easily (good vs fair) and AgNi10 welds better (very good vs poor).
AgNi10Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
AgSnO2In2O3Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
AgNi10 vs AgSnO2In2O3: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all precious metal 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 precious metal 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
Shear Modulus
Bulk Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Shear Strength
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Poisson's Ratio 0.37
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Same in both: Melting Point (Solidus) 960°C1,760 °F · Liquidus Temperature 962°C1,764 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Latent Heat of Fusion
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Min Service Temperature -60°C-76 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)
Same in both: Corrosion Resistance 85 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Same in both: Typical Recycled Content 40%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Thermal Shock Resistance Index
Same in both: Specific Stiffness (E / density) 8.8 MN·m/kg
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every precious metal grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | AgNi10 | AgSnO2In2O3 |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
AgNi10 vs AgSnO2In2O3 — frequently asked
Is AgSnO2In2O3 stronger than AgNi10?
Yes. AgSnO2In2O3 has a typical yield strength of 205 MPa (29.7 ksi) against 90 MPa (13.1 ksi) for AgNi10 — about 128% more. Tensile strength is 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) vs 230 MPa (33.4 ksi).
Which is cheaper, AgNi10 or AgSnO2In2O3?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, AgNi10 or AgSnO2In2O3?
AgNi10. Its machinability rates good (55/100) against fair (40/100) for AgSnO2In2O3; for welding the order is AgNi10 first (very good, 70/100) then AgSnO2In2O3 (poor, 30/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in AgNi10 and AgSnO2In2O3 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.