Stainless Steel 1.3955-CF8A vs 1.3955-ST
Stainless Steel · 1.3955 temper comparison
1.3955-CF8A and 1.3955-ST are two conditions of the same stainless steel grade, 1.3955: CF8A (cF8A-type) versus ST (solution annealed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 1.3955-CF8A is the stronger of the two: yield strength 285 MPa (41.3 ksi) against 255 MPa (37 ksi) for 1.3955-ST, about 12% more; tensile strength follows at 570 MPa (82.7 ksi) vs 520 MPa (75.4 ksi). In exchange, 1.3955-ST is the more ductile: elongation 50% versus 45% for 1.3955-CF8A, and 1.3955-CF8A is harder (155 HB vs 140 HB). 1.3955-ST runs hotter in service (760°C vs 425°C continuous).
1.3955-CF8AChoose it when strength drives the design.
1.3955-STChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
1.3955-CF8A vs 1.3955-ST: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all stainless steel 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 stainless steel 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)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 193 GPa28 Msi · Shear Modulus 75 GPa10.9 Msi · Bulk Modulus 145 GPa21 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.75 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,400°C2,552 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,450°C2,642 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 500 J/kg·K0.12 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 17.3 µm/m·K9.6 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.08 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Weldability 75 / 100 · Castability 80 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 55 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 58 MJ/kg24,936 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 4.2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 130 L/kg15.6 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 70%
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every stainless steel grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
1.3955-CF8A vs 1.3955-ST — frequently asked
Is 1.3955-CF8A stronger than 1.3955-ST?
Yes. 1.3955-CF8A has a typical yield strength of 285 MPa (41.3 ksi) against 255 MPa (37 ksi) for 1.3955-ST — about 12% more. Tensile strength is 570 MPa (82.7 ksi) vs 520 MPa (75.4 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CF8A or ST?
ST is the default 1.3955 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 1.3955-CF8A over 1.3955-ST?
Pick 1.3955-CF8A when strength drives the design. Pick 1.3955-ST when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1.3955-CF8A and 1.3955-ST 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.