Precious Metal Pd60Ag40-H02 vs Pd60Ag40-H06
Precious Metal · Pd60Ag40 temper comparison
Pd60Ag40-H02 and Pd60Ag40-H06 are two conditions of the same precious metal grade, Pd60Ag40: H02 (half hard) versus H06 (extra hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Pd60Ag40-H06 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 780 MPa (113 ksi) against 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) for Pd60Ag40-H02, about 50% more; tensile strength follows at 830 MPa (120 ksi) vs 620 MPa (89.9 ksi). In exchange, Pd60Ag40-H02 is the more ductile: elongation 8% versus 2% for Pd60Ag40-H06, and Pd60Ag40-H06 is harder (197 HB vs 142 HB). Pd60Ag40-H02 runs hotter in service (300°C vs 230°C continuous).
Pd60Ag40-H02Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
Pd60Ag40-H06Choose it when strength drives the design.
Pd60Ag40-H02 vs Pd60Ag40-H06: 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
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 40 GPa5.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 145 GPa21 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.37
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 11.35 g/cm³0.41 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,290°C2,354 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,330°C2,426 °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 240 J/kg·K0.06 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 14.5 µm/m·K8.1 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 136 J/g58.5 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -200°C-328 °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) 0.2 V · Corrosion Resistance 92 / 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 70 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 85 / 100 · Polishability 90 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 44,000 MJ/kg1.89×10⁷ BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2,400 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.
Pd60Ag40-H02 vs Pd60Ag40-H06 — frequently asked
Is Pd60Ag40-H06 stronger than Pd60Ag40-H02?
Yes. Pd60Ag40-H06 has a typical yield strength of 780 MPa (113 ksi) against 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) for Pd60Ag40-H02 — about 50% more. Tensile strength is 830 MPa (120 ksi) vs 620 MPa (89.9 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H02 or H06?
O is the default Pd60Ag40 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither H02 nor H06). 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, Pd60Ag40-H02 or Pd60Ag40-H06?
Pd60Ag40-H06, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 48/100 against 42/100 for Pd60Ag40-H02; for welding the order is Pd60Ag40-H02 first (good, 68/100) then Pd60Ag40-H06 (good, 60/100).
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Pd60Ag40-H02 and Pd60Ag40-H06 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.