Refractory Metal AlBeMet AM200 vs S-200F
Refractory Metal · grade comparison
Refractory Metal AlBeMet AM200 and S-200F are both refractory metal grades. S-200F is the stronger of the two: yield strength 262 MPa (38 ksi) against 200 MPa (29 ksi) for AlBeMet AM200, about 31% more; tensile strength follows at 370 MPa (53.7 ksi) vs 275 MPa (39.9 ksi). S-200F is harder — 150 HB against 100 HB for AlBeMet AM200 — which matters for wear surfaces and threads. S-200F is lighter (1.85 g/cm³ vs 2.13 g/cm³ for AlBeMet AM200) and S-200F is stiffer (303 GPa vs 188 GPa).
S-200FChoose it when strength drives the design, or when surface hardness matters.
AlBeMet AM200 vs S-200F: 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)
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: Elongation at Break 3%
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)
Min Service Temperature
Latent Heat of Fusion
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)
Same in both: Corrosion Resistance 45 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Machinability 35 / 100 · Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 30% · Weldability 20 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 55 / 100 · Polishability 45 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Typical Recycled Content
Embodied Water
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 AM200 | S-200F |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
AlBeMet AM200 vs S-200F — frequently asked
Is S-200F stronger than AlBeMet AM200?
Yes. S-200F has a typical yield strength of 262 MPa (38 ksi) against 200 MPa (29 ksi) for AlBeMet AM200 — about 31% more. Tensile strength is 370 MPa (53.7 ksi) vs 275 MPa (39.9 ksi).
Which is cheaper, AlBeMet AM200 or S-200F?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
When should I choose AlBeMet AM200 over S-200F?
Pick S-200F when strength drives the design, or when surface hardness matters.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in AlBeMet AM200 and S-200F 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.