Refractory Metal Zr 702-AW vs Zr 702-CW
Refractory Metal · Zr 702 temper comparison
Zr 702-AW and Zr 702-CW are two conditions of the same refractory metal grade, Zr 702: AW (as-welded deposit) versus CW (cold worked). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Zr 702-CW is the stronger of the two: yield strength 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) against 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) for Zr 702-AW, about 96% more; tensile strength follows at 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) vs 450 MPa (65.3 ksi). In exchange, Zr 702-AW is the more ductile: elongation 18% versus 12% for Zr 702-CW, and Zr 702-AW is harder (165 HB vs 150 HB). Zr 702-AW runs hotter in service (371°C vs 300°C continuous). On the shop floor, Zr 702-CW machines more easily (fair vs poor) and Zr 702-AW welds better (80 vs 70 out of 100).
Zr 702-AWChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
Zr 702-CWChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is machined in volume.
Zr 702-AW vs Zr 702-CW: 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
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 · Bulk Modulus 92 GPa13.3 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.35 · Compressive Strength 300 MPa43.5 ksi
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 6.51 g/cm³0.24 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,852°C3,366 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,852°C3,366 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 22 W/m·K12.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 285 J/kg·K0.07 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 5.9 µm/m·K3.3 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 153 J/g65.8 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 4.3 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 4×10⁻⁷ Ω·m15.7 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.2 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Castability 30 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 25 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 1,250 MJ/kg537,404 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 85 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 900 L/kg108 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 15%
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.
Zr 702-AW vs Zr 702-CW — frequently asked
Is Zr 702-CW stronger than Zr 702-AW?
Yes. Zr 702-CW has a typical yield strength of 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) against 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) for Zr 702-AW — about 96% more. Tensile strength is 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) vs 450 MPa (65.3 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, AW or CW?
Annealed is the default Zr 702 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither AW nor CW). 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, Zr 702-AW or Zr 702-CW?
Zr 702-CW. Its machinability rates fair (42/100) against poor (32/100) for Zr 702-AW; for welding the order is Zr 702-AW first (very good, 80/100) then Zr 702-CW (very good, 70/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Zr 702-AW and Zr 702-CW 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.