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Refractory Metal R02002-ANN vs R02002-SR

Refractory Metal · R02002 temper comparison

R02002-ANN and R02002-SR are two conditions of the same refractory metal grade, R02002: ANN (annealed) versus SR (stress relieved). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. R02002-SR is the stronger of the two: yield strength 500 MPa (72.5 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for R02002-ANN, about 108% more; tensile strength follows at 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) vs 450 MPa (65.3 ksi). In exchange, R02002-ANN is the more ductile: elongation 25% versus 12% for R02002-SR, and R02002-SR is harder (218 HB vs 165 HB).

R02002-ANNChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

R02002-SRChoose it when strength drives the design.

R02002-ANN vs R02002-SR: properties

R02002-ANNR02002-SR

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

450 MPa65.3 ksi
620 MPa89.9 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

240 MPa34.8 ksi
500 MPa72.5 ksi

Elongation at Break

25%
12%

Reduction in Area

40%
25%

Shear Strength

290 MPa42.1 ksi
380 MPa55.1 ksi

Hardness, Brinell

165 HB
218 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

88 HRB
96 HRB

Hardness, Vickers

170 HV
230 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 138 GPa20 Msi · Shear Modulus 55 GPa8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 13.31 g/cm³0.48 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 2,233°C4,051 °F · Liquidus Temperature 2,233°C4,051 °F

Thermal

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

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 23 W/m·K13.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 144 J/kg·K0.03 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 5.9 µm/m·K3.3 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 152 J/g65.3 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 400°C752 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

5.2 % IACS
5.1 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

3.31×10⁻⁷ Ω·m13 µΩ·in
3.38×10⁻⁷ Ω·m13.3 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Same in both: Corrosion Resistance 85 / 100

Manufacturability

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

Machinability

30 / 100
33 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

20%
21%

Weldability

70 / 100
65 / 100

Formability (cold)

60 / 100
35 / 100

Same in both: Castability 25 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 40 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 2,000 MJ/kg859,846 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 130 kg CO₂/kg · Typical Recycled Content 20%

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 scaleR02002

R02002-ANN vs R02002-SR — frequently asked

Is R02002-SR stronger than R02002-ANN?

Yes. R02002-SR has a typical yield strength of 500 MPa (72.5 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for R02002-ANN — about 108% more. Tensile strength is 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) vs 450 MPa (65.3 ksi).

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

ANN is the default R02002 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 welds better, R02002-ANN or R02002-SR?

R02002-ANN. Its weldability rates very good (70/100) against good (65/100) for R02002-SR.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in R02002-ANN and R02002-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.