Precious Metal Argentium 935 1/2H vs Argentium 935-O
Precious Metal · Argentium 935 temper comparison
Argentium 935 1/2H and Argentium 935-O are two conditions of the same precious metal grade, Argentium 935: 1/2H (half hard) versus O (annealed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Argentium 935 1/2H is the stronger of the two: yield strength 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) against 80 MPa (11.6 ksi) for Argentium 935-O, about 4.0 times as much; tensile strength follows at 400 MPa (58 ksi) vs 260 MPa (37.7 ksi). In exchange, Argentium 935-O is the more ductile: elongation 45% versus 10% for Argentium 935 1/2H, and Argentium 935 1/2H is harder (90 HB vs 48 HB). Argentium 935-O runs hotter in service (200°C vs 175°C continuous). On the shop floor, Argentium 935 1/2H machines more easily (65 vs 55 out of 100).
Argentium 935 1/2HChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is machined in volume.
Argentium 935-OChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
Argentium 935 1/2H vs Argentium 935-O: 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.
Argentium 935 1/2HArgentium 935-O
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 76 GPa11 Msi · Shear Modulus 28 GPa4.1 Msi · Bulk Modulus 102 GPa14.8 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.37
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 10.3 g/cm³0.37 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 800°C1,472 °F · Liquidus Temperature 890°C1,634 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 235 J/kg·K0.06 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 18.9 µm/m·K10.5 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 105 J/g45.1 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) 0.05 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 80 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 88 / 100 · Polishability 96 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 1,600 MJ/kg687,877 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 120 kg CO₂/kg · Typical Recycled Content 60%
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.
Argentium 935 1/2H vs Argentium 935-O — frequently asked
Is Argentium 935 1/2H stronger than Argentium 935-O?
Yes. Argentium 935 1/2H has a typical yield strength of 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) against 80 MPa (11.6 ksi) for Argentium 935-O — about 4.0 times as much. Tensile strength is 400 MPa (58 ksi) vs 260 MPa (37.7 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, 1/2H or O?
O is the default Argentium 935 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, Argentium 935 1/2H or Argentium 935-O?
Argentium 935 1/2H, by a small margin. Both rate good for machinability — 65/100 against 55/100 for Argentium 935-O; for welding the order is Argentium 935-O first (excellent, 90/100) then Argentium 935 1/2H (very good, 82/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Argentium 935 1/2H and Argentium 935-O 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.