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Refractory Metal Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed vs Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST

Refractory Metal · Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) temper comparison

Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed and Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST are two conditions of the same refractory metal grade, Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001): Annealed versus AS-CAST. The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed is the stronger of the two: yield strength 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) against 200 MPa (29 ksi) for Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST, about 20% more; tensile strength follows at 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) vs 400 MPa (58 ksi). Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed is the more ductile: elongation 25% versus 20% for Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST, and Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed is harder (165 HB vs 150 HB).

Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AnnealedChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed vs Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST: properties

Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AnnealedHafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

450 MPa65.3 ksi
400 MPa58 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

240 MPa34.8 ksi
200 MPa29 ksi

Elongation at Break

25%
20%

Hardness, Brinell

165 HB
150 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

85 HRB
80 HRB

Hardness, Vickers

180 HV
160 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 138 GPa20 Msi · Shear Modulus 55 GPa8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.28

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 13.31 g/cm³0.48 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 2,200°C3,992 °F · Liquidus Temperature 2,233°C4,051 °F

Thermal

How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 23 W/m·K13.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 144 J/kg·K0.03 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 6 µm/m·K3.3 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 152 J/g65.3 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 500°C932 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 5.2 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 3.31×10⁻⁷ Ω·m13 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Corrosion Resistance

85 / 100
82 / 100

Manufacturability

FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.

Machinability

30 / 100
25 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

25%
22%

Formability (cold)

65 / 100
45 / 100

Same in both: Weldability 60 / 100 · Castability 20 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 30 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 100

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.

1502003005007001,0001,5005101520Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scaleHafnium Hf-1 (R02001)

Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed vs Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST — frequently asked

Is Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed stronger than Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST?

Yes. Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed has a typical yield strength of 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) against 200 MPa (29 ksi) for Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST — about 20% more. Tensile strength is 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) vs 400 MPa (58 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, Annealed or AS-CAST?

Annealed is the default Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) 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, Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed or Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST?

Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 30/100 against 25/100 for Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST.

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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) Annealed and Hafnium Hf-1 (R02001) AS-CAST 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.