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Refractory Metal Mo1/Mo2 SINT vs Mo1/Mo2-SR

Refractory Metal · Mo1/Mo2 temper comparison

Mo1/Mo2 SINT and Mo1/Mo2-SR are two conditions of the same refractory metal grade, Mo1/Mo2: SINT (sintered) versus SR (stress relieved). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Mo1/Mo2-SR is the stronger of the two: yield strength 580 MPa (84.1 ksi) against 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) for Mo1/Mo2 SINT, about 132% more; tensile strength follows at 700 MPa (102 ksi) vs 300 MPa (43.5 ksi). Mo1/Mo2-SR is the more ductile: elongation 18% versus 1% for Mo1/Mo2 SINT, and Mo1/Mo2-SR is harder (225 HB vs 143 HB). Mo1/Mo2 SINT is lighter (9.8 g/cm³ vs 10.22 g/cm³ for Mo1/Mo2-SR) and Mo1/Mo2-SR is stiffer (320 GPa vs 275 GPa). On the shop floor, Mo1/Mo2 SINT machines more easily (50 vs 40 out of 100).

Mo1/Mo2 SINTChoose it when weight is the constraint, or when the part is machined in volume.

Mo1/Mo2-SRChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Mo1/Mo2 SINT vs Mo1/Mo2-SR: properties

Mo1/Mo2 SINTMo1/Mo2-SR

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Elastic (Young's) Modulus

275 GPa39.9 Msi
320 GPa46.4 Msi

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

300 MPa43.5 ksi
700 MPa102 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

250 MPa36.3 ksi
580 MPa84.1 ksi

Elongation at Break

1%
18%

Reduction in Area

2%
45%

Compressive Strength

450 MPa65.3 ksi
600 MPa87 ksi

Shear Strength

200 MPa29 ksi
420 MPa60.9 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

120 MPa17.4 ksi
300 MPa43.5 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

10 MPa·√m9.1 ksi·√in
18 MPa·√m16.4 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

2 J1.5 ft·lbf
8 J5.9 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

143 HB
225 HB

Hardness, Vickers

150 HV
240 HV

Same in both: Shear Modulus 125 GPa18.1 Msi · Bulk Modulus 262 GPa38 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.31 · Hardness, Rockwell C 21 HRC

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Density

9.8 g/cm³0.35 lb/in³
10.22 g/cm³0.37 lb/in³

Same in both: Melting Point (Solidus) 2,620°C4,748 °F · Liquidus Temperature 2,623°C4,753 °F

Thermal

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

Thermal Conductivity

120 W/m·K69.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F
138 W/m·K79.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

900°C1,652 °F
1,000°C1,832 °F

Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 251 J/kg·K0.06 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 5 µm/m·K2.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 390 J/g168 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature 0°C32 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

28 % IACS
32 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

6.16×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.43 µΩ·in
5.4×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.13 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Corrosion Resistance

48 / 100
55 / 100

Manufacturability

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

Machinability

50 / 100
40 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

55%
45%

Weldability

15 / 100
20 / 100

Formability (cold)

5 / 100
30 / 100

Same in both: Brazeability / Solderability 70 / 100 · Polishability 75 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 150 MJ/kg64,488 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 10 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 350 L/kg41.9 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 scaleMo1/Mo2

Mo1/Mo2 SINT vs Mo1/Mo2-SR — frequently asked

Is Mo1/Mo2-SR stronger than Mo1/Mo2 SINT?

Yes. Mo1/Mo2-SR has a typical yield strength of 580 MPa (84.1 ksi) against 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) for Mo1/Mo2 SINT — about 132% more. Tensile strength is 700 MPa (102 ksi) vs 300 MPa (43.5 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, SINT or SR?

SR is the default Mo1/Mo2 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, Mo1/Mo2 SINT or Mo1/Mo2-SR?

Mo1/Mo2 SINT, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 50/100 against 40/100 for Mo1/Mo2-SR; for welding the order is Mo1/Mo2-SR first (poor, 20/100) then Mo1/Mo2 SINT (poor, 15/100).

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Mo1/Mo2 SINT and Mo1/Mo2-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.