Refractory Metal MHC vs Mo-41Re
Refractory Metal · grade comparison
Refractory Metal MHC and Mo-41Re are both refractory metal grades. Mo-41Re is the stronger of the two: yield strength 900 MPa (131 ksi) against 800 MPa (116 ksi) for MHC, about 13% more; tensile strength follows at 1,100 MPa (160 ksi) vs 900 MPa (131 ksi). Mo-41Re is the more ductile: elongation 15% versus 12% for MHC, and Mo-41Re is harder (33 HRC vs 25 HRC). MHC is lighter (10.2 g/cm³ vs 13.6 g/cm³ for Mo-41Re) and Mo-41Re is stiffer (360 GPa vs 320 GPa). On the shop floor, Mo-41Re welds better (very good vs poor).
MHCChoose it when weight is the constraint, or when the part sees heat.
Mo-41ReChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
MHC vs Mo-41Re: 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
Reduction in Area
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Rockwell C
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)
Latent Heat of Fusion
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Min Service Temperature
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.15 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Brazeability / Solderability
Same in both: Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Typical Recycled Content
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 | MHC | Mo-41Re |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
MHC vs Mo-41Re — frequently asked
Is Mo-41Re stronger than MHC?
Yes. Mo-41Re has a typical yield strength of 900 MPa (131 ksi) against 800 MPa (116 ksi) for MHC — about 13% more. Tensile strength is 1,100 MPa (160 ksi) vs 900 MPa (131 ksi).
Which is cheaper, MHC or Mo-41Re?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, MHC or Mo-41Re?
MHC, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 30/100 against 22/100 for Mo-41Re; for welding the order is Mo-41Re first (very good, 70/100) then MHC (poor, 15/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in MHC and Mo-41Re 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.