Precious Metal S990-H01 vs S990-H04
Precious Metal · S990 temper comparison
S990-H01 and S990-H04 are two conditions of the same precious metal grade, S990: H01 (quarter hard) versus H04 (full hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. S990-H04 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) against 150 MPa (21.8 ksi) for S990-H01, about 67% more; tensile strength follows at 290 MPa (42.1 ksi) vs 200 MPa (29 ksi). In exchange, S990-H01 is the more ductile: elongation 20% versus 4% for S990-H04, and S990-H04 is harder (82 HB vs 52 HB). S990-H01 runs hotter in service (200°C vs 150°C continuous).
S990-H01Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
S990-H04Choose it when strength drives the design.
S990-H01 vs S990-H04: 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.
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 78 GPa11.3 Msi · Shear Modulus 29 GPa4.2 Msi · Bulk Modulus 101 GPa14.6 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.37
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 10.48 g/cm³0.38 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 940°C1,724 °F · Liquidus Temperature 957°C1,755 °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) 19.6 µm/m·K10.9 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 105 J/g45.1 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) -0.1 V · Corrosion Resistance 80 / 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 95 / 100 · Polishability 96 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 1,500 MJ/kg644,885 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 110 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 8,000 L/kg959 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 30%
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.
S990-H01 vs S990-H04 — frequently asked
Is S990-H04 stronger than S990-H01?
Yes. S990-H04 has a typical yield strength of 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) against 150 MPa (21.8 ksi) for S990-H01 — about 67% more. Tensile strength is 290 MPa (42.1 ksi) vs 200 MPa (29 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, H01 or H04?
O is the default S990 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither H01 nor H04). 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, S990-H01 or S990-H04?
S990-H04, by a small margin. Both rate good for machinability — 65/100 against 58/100 for S990-H01; for welding the order is S990-H04 first (good, 60/100) then S990-H01 (good, 55/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in S990-H01 and S990-H04 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.