Refractory Metal Mo-La As Rolled vs Mo-La Swaged
Refractory Metal · Mo-La temper comparison
Mo-La As Rolled and Mo-La Swaged are two conditions of the same refractory metal grade, Mo-La: As Rolled (hot rolled) versus Swaged (swaged / Forged Rod). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Mo-La Swaged is the stronger of the two: yield strength 600 MPa (87 ksi) against 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) for Mo-La As Rolled, about 7% more; tensile strength follows at 750 MPa (109 ksi) vs 700 MPa (102 ksi). Mo-La Swaged is the more ductile: elongation 18% versus 8% for Mo-La As Rolled.
Mo-La SwagedChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Mo-La As Rolled vs Mo-La Swaged: 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.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
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 · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 20 MPa·√m18.2 ksi·√in · Hardness, Rockwell B 99 HRB
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
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.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 30 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 5.7×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.24 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.
Same in both: Machinability 35 / 100 · Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 40% · Weldability 20 / 100 · Formability (cold) 25 / 100 · 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.
Mo-La As Rolled vs Mo-La Swaged — frequently asked
Is Mo-La Swaged stronger than Mo-La As Rolled?
Yes. Mo-La Swaged has a typical yield strength of 600 MPa (87 ksi) against 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) for Mo-La As Rolled — about 7% more. Tensile strength is 750 MPa (109 ksi) vs 700 MPa (102 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, As Rolled or Swaged?
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 Swaged?
Pick Mo-La Swaged when strength drives the design, or 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 Swaged 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.