Refractory Metal Zr 700 vs Zr 704
Refractory Metal · grade comparison
Refractory Metal Zr 700 and Zr 704 are both refractory metal grades. Zr 704 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) against 190 MPa (27.6 ksi) for Zr 700, about 58% more; tensile strength follows at 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) vs 330 MPa (47.9 ksi). In exchange, Zr 700 is the more ductile: elongation 32% versus 22% for Zr 704, and Zr 704 is harder (180 HB vs 120 HB). Zr 704 runs hotter in service (400°C vs 350°C continuous) and Zr 700 conducts heat better (22 W/m·K vs 14.6 W/m·K).
Zr 700Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Zr 704Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
Zr 700 vs Zr 704: 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.
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, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 99 GPa14.4 Msi · Shear Modulus 36 GPa5.2 Msi
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Melting Point (Solidus)
Same in both: Liquidus Temperature 1,855°C3,371 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Latent Heat of Fusion
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 285 J/kg·K0.07 BTU/lb·°F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)
Corrosion Resistance
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: Castability 25 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 1,400 MJ/kg601,892 BTU/lb · Typical Recycled Content 20%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Same in both: Thermal Shock Resistance Index 12
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 | Zr 700 | Zr 704 |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
Zr 700 vs Zr 704 — frequently asked
Is Zr 704 stronger than Zr 700?
Yes. Zr 704 has a typical yield strength of 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) against 190 MPa (27.6 ksi) for Zr 700 — about 58% more. Tensile strength is 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) vs 330 MPa (47.9 ksi).
Which is cheaper, Zr 700 or Zr 704?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which is easier to machine, Zr 700 or Zr 704?
Zr 700. Its machinability rates fair (35/100) against poor (30/100) for Zr 704; for welding the order is Zr 704 first (very good, 80/100) then Zr 700 (very good, 75/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Zr 700 and Zr 704 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.