Refractory Metal M5 vs Zr 702C
Refractory Metal · grade comparison
Refractory Metal M5 and Zr 702C are both refractory metal grades. M5 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 330 MPa (47.9 ksi) against 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) for Zr 702C, about 32% more. M5 is the more ductile: elongation 30% versus 16% for Zr 702C, and M5 is harder (165 HB vs 150 HB). Zr 702C conducts heat better (22 W/m·K vs 17.5 W/m·K).
M5Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
M5 vs Zr 702C: 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.
Bulk Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Compressive Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 99 GPa14.4 Msi · Shear Modulus 36 GPa5.2 Msi · Shear Strength 290 MPa42.1 ksi · Hardness, Rockwell B 88 HRB
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
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Latent Heat of Fusion
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 285 J/kg·K0.07 BTU/lb·°F · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 400°C752 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °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
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Typical Recycled Content
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 1,250 MJ/kg537,404 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 80 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 600 L/kg71.9 gal/lb
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 | M5 | Zr 702C |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
M5 vs Zr 702C — frequently asked
Is M5 stronger than Zr 702C?
Yes. M5 has a typical yield strength of 330 MPa (47.9 ksi) against 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) for Zr 702C — about 32% more. Tensile strength is 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) vs 450 MPa (65.3 ksi).
Which is cheaper, M5 or Zr 702C?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, M5 or Zr 702C?
Zr 702C. Its machinability rates fair (35/100) against poor (30/100) for M5; for welding the order is Zr 702C first (very good, 75/100) then M5 (very good, 70/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in M5 and Zr 702C 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.