Refractory Metal 50Cr-50Ni vs FeCr-LC
Refractory Metal · grade comparison
Refractory Metal 50Cr-50Ni and FeCr-LC are both refractory metal grades. 50Cr-50Ni is the stronger of the two: tensile strength 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) against 200 MPa (29 ksi) for FeCr-LC, about 175% more. 50Cr-50Ni is the more ductile: elongation 8% versus 0.1% for FeCr-LC, and FeCr-LC is harder (455 HB vs 230 HB). FeCr-LC is lighter (7.2 g/cm³ vs 7.85 g/cm³ for 50Cr-50Ni) and FeCr-LC is stiffer (220 GPa vs 200 GPa). On the shop floor, 50Cr-50Ni machines more easily (poor vs not recommended), 50Cr-50Ni welds better (poor vs not recommended), and FeCr-LC sits in a lower cost tier (budget, $) than 50Cr-50Ni (high, $$$$).
50Cr-50NiChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
FeCr-LCChoose it when weight is the constraint, or when cost is the deciding factor.
50Cr-50Ni vs FeCr-LC: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all refractory 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 refractory 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
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Rockwell C
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
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
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
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Typical Recycled Content
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Thermal Diffusivity
Thermal Shock Resistance Index
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every refractory metal grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | 50Cr-50Ni | FeCr-LC |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $ Budget |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
50Cr-50Ni vs FeCr-LC — frequently asked
Is 50Cr-50Ni stronger than FeCr-LC?
Yes. 50Cr-50Ni has a typical tensile strength of 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) against 200 MPa (29 ksi) for FeCr-LC — about 175% more.
Which is cheaper, 50Cr-50Ni or FeCr-LC?
FeCr-LC is the lower-cost material: it sits in the budget tier ($) while 50Cr-50Ni is high ($$$$). Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Which is easier to machine, 50Cr-50Ni or FeCr-LC?
50Cr-50Ni. Its machinability rates poor (15/100) against not recommended (3/100) for FeCr-LC; for welding the order is 50Cr-50Ni first (poor, 20/100) then FeCr-LC (not recommended, 5/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 50Cr-50Ni and FeCr-LC 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.