Refractory Metal AlBeMet AM200-ANN vs AlBeMet AM200-HIP
Refractory Metal · AlBeMet AM200 temper comparison
AlBeMet AM200-ANN and AlBeMet AM200-HIP are two conditions of the same refractory metal grade, AlBeMet AM200: ANN (annealed) versus HIP (hot isostatic pressed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. AlBeMet AM200-HIP is the stronger of the two: yield strength 200 MPa (29 ksi) against 180 MPa (26.1 ksi) for AlBeMet AM200-ANN, about 11% more; tensile strength follows at 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) vs 260 MPa (37.7 ksi). In exchange, AlBeMet AM200-ANN is the more ductile: elongation 4% versus 3% for AlBeMet AM200-HIP, and AlBeMet AM200-HIP is harder (100 HB vs 92 HB).
AlBeMet AM200-ANNChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
AlBeMet AM200-HIPChoose it when strength drives the design.
AlBeMet AM200-ANN vs AlBeMet AM200-HIP: 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.
AlBeMet AM200-ANNAlBeMet AM200-HIP
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
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, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 188 GPa27.3 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 95 GPa13.8 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.17
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 2.13 g/cm³0.08 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 645°C1,193 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,250°C2,282 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 1,500 J/kg·K0.36 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 14.5 µm/m·K8.1 µin/in·°F · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 250°C482 °F · Min Service Temperature -269°C-452 °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) -0.82 V · Corrosion Resistance 45 / 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: Brazeability / Solderability 55 / 100 · Polishability 45 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 900 MJ/kg386,931 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 60 kg CO₂/kg · Typical Recycled Content 10%
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.
AlBeMet AM200-ANN vs AlBeMet AM200-HIP — frequently asked
Is AlBeMet AM200-HIP stronger than AlBeMet AM200-ANN?
Yes. AlBeMet AM200-HIP has a typical yield strength of 200 MPa (29 ksi) against 180 MPa (26.1 ksi) for AlBeMet AM200-ANN — about 11% more. Tensile strength is 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) vs 260 MPa (37.7 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, ANN or HIP?
HIP is the default AlBeMet AM200 condition in the FabDigit quote flow. 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, AlBeMet AM200-ANN or AlBeMet AM200-HIP?
AlBeMet AM200-ANN, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 40/100 against 35/100 for AlBeMet AM200-HIP.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in AlBeMet AM200-ANN and AlBeMet AM200-HIP 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.