Precious Metal Argentium 935 vs BAg-5
Precious Metal · grade comparison
Precious Metal Argentium 935 and BAg-5 are both precious metal grades. BAg-5 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 200 MPa (29 ksi) against 80 MPa (11.6 ksi) for Argentium 935, about 150% more; tensile strength follows at 415 MPa (60.2 ksi) vs 260 MPa (37.7 ksi). In exchange, Argentium 935 is the more ductile: elongation 45% versus 28% for BAg-5, and BAg-5 is harder (100 HB vs 48 HB). BAg-5 is lighter (9.1 g/cm³ vs 10.3 g/cm³ for Argentium 935) and BAg-5 is stiffer (85 GPa vs 76 GPa).
Argentium 935Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
BAg-5Choose it when strength drives the design, or when weight is the constraint.
Argentium 935 vs BAg-5: 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
Poisson's Ratio
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Melting Point (Solidus)
Liquidus Temperature
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
Same in both: Max Service Temperature (continuous) 200°C392 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)
Corrosion Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Same in both: Machinability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Typical Recycled Content
Embodied Water
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Thermal Shock Resistance Index
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 | Argentium 935 | BAg-5 |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
Argentium 935 vs BAg-5 — frequently asked
Is BAg-5 stronger than Argentium 935?
Yes. BAg-5 has a typical yield strength of 200 MPa (29 ksi) against 80 MPa (11.6 ksi) for Argentium 935 — about 150% more. Tensile strength is 415 MPa (60.2 ksi) vs 260 MPa (37.7 ksi).
Which is cheaper, Argentium 935 or BAg-5?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
When should I choose Argentium 935 over BAg-5?
Pick Argentium 935 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick BAg-5 when strength drives the design, or when weight is the constraint.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Argentium 935 and BAg-5 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.