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Refractory Metal Mo-La As Rolled vs Mo-La-SR

Refractory Metal · Mo-La temper comparison

Mo-La As Rolled and Mo-La-SR are two conditions of the same refractory metal grade, Mo-La: As Rolled (hot rolled) versus SR (stress relieved). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Mo-La As Rolled is the stronger of the two: yield strength 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) against 490 MPa (71.1 ksi) for Mo-La-SR, about 14% more; tensile strength follows at 700 MPa (102 ksi) vs 640 MPa (92.8 ksi). In exchange, Mo-La-SR is the more ductile: elongation 13% versus 8% for Mo-La As Rolled, and Mo-La As Rolled is harder (228 HB vs 209 HB).

Mo-La As RolledChoose it when strength drives the design.

Mo-La-SRChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Mo-La As Rolled vs Mo-La-SR: properties

Mo-La As RolledMo-La-SR

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

700 MPa102 ksi
640 MPa92.8 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

560 MPa81.2 ksi
490 MPa71.1 ksi

Elongation at Break

8%
13%

Reduction in Area

25%
35%

Compressive Strength

800 MPa116 ksi
720 MPa104 ksi

Shear Strength

420 MPa60.9 ksi
385 MPa55.8 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

300 MPa43.5 ksi
275 MPa39.9 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

20 MPa·√m18.2 ksi·√in
24 MPa·√m21.8 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

6 J4.4 ft·lbf
10 J7.4 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

228 HB
209 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

99 HRB
96 HRB

Hardness, Rockwell C

21 HRC
17 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

240 HV
220 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 320 GPa46.4 Msi · Shear Modulus 122 GPa17.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 265 GPa38.4 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.31

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 10.2 g/cm³0.37 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 2,620°C4,748 °F · Liquidus Temperature 2,620°C4,748 °F

Thermal

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

Thermal Conductivity

120 W/m·K69.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F
125 W/m·K72.2 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 250 J/kg·K0.06 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 5.3 µm/m·K2.9 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 390 J/g168 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 1,700°C3,092 °F · Min Service Temperature -50°C-58 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

30 % IACS
31 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

5.7×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.24 µΩ·in
5.6×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.2 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.15 V · Corrosion Resistance 55 / 100

Manufacturability

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

Machinability

35 / 100
38 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

40%
42%

Weldability

20 / 100
22 / 100

Formability (cold)

25 / 100
30 / 100

Same in both: Brazeability / Solderability 70 / 100 · Polishability 65 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 380 MJ/kg163,371 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 25 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 300 L/kg35.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 25%

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 scaleMo-La

Mo-La As Rolled vs Mo-La-SR — frequently asked

Is Mo-La As Rolled stronger than Mo-La-SR?

Yes. Mo-La As Rolled has a typical yield strength of 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) against 490 MPa (71.1 ksi) for Mo-La-SR — about 14% more. Tensile strength is 700 MPa (102 ksi) vs 640 MPa (92.8 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, As Rolled or SR?

As Rolled is the default Mo-La 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.

When should I choose Mo-La As Rolled over Mo-La-SR?

Pick Mo-La As Rolled when strength drives the design. Pick Mo-La-SR when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Mo-La As Rolled and Mo-La-SR 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.