Refractory Metal AlBeMet AM162 vs O-30H
Refractory Metal · grade comparison
Refractory Metal AlBeMet AM162 and O-30H are both refractory metal grades. O-30H is the stronger of the two: yield strength 207 MPa (30 ksi) against 193 MPa (28 ksi) for AlBeMet AM162, about 7% more; tensile strength follows at 324 MPa (47 ksi) vs 262 MPa (38 ksi). O-30H is the more ductile: elongation 3% versus 2.5% for AlBeMet AM162, and O-30H is harder (140 HB vs 100 HB). O-30H is lighter (1.85 g/cm³ vs 2.1 g/cm³ for AlBeMet AM162) and O-30H is stiffer (303 GPa vs 193 GPa). On the shop floor, AlBeMet AM162 machines more easily (45 vs 35 out of 100) and AlBeMet AM162 welds better (25 vs 15 out of 100).
AlBeMet AM162Choose it when the part is machined in volume, or when it will be welded.
O-30HChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
AlBeMet AM162 vs O-30H: 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
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Brinell
Reduction in Area
Compressive Strength
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Rockwell B
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)
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Latent Heat of Fusion
Same in both: Min Service Temperature -269°C-452 °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
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 40%
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Typical Recycled Content
Embodied Water
Same in both: Embodied Carbon (primary production) 95 kg CO₂/kg
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 refractory metal grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | AlBeMet AM162 | O-30H |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
AlBeMet AM162 vs O-30H — frequently asked
Is O-30H stronger than AlBeMet AM162?
Yes. O-30H has a typical yield strength of 207 MPa (30 ksi) against 193 MPa (28 ksi) for AlBeMet AM162 — about 7% more. Tensile strength is 324 MPa (47 ksi) vs 262 MPa (38 ksi).
Which is cheaper, AlBeMet AM162 or O-30H?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, AlBeMet AM162 or O-30H?
AlBeMet AM162, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 45/100 against 35/100 for O-30H; for welding the order is AlBeMet AM162 first (poor, 25/100) then O-30H (poor, 15/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in AlBeMet AM162 and O-30H 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.