Stainless Steel 1.4057 +A vs 1.4057 +QT700
Stainless Steel · 1.4057 temper comparison
1.4057 +A and 1.4057 +QT700 are two conditions of the same stainless steel grade, 1.4057: +A (annealed) versus +QT700 (quenched and tempered, Rm 700–850 MPa). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 600 MPa — the mechanical properties are the same, and the difference is in how the stock is processed and what it is certified to (annealed versus quenched and tempered, Rm 700–850 MPa). 1.4057 +A is the more ductile: elongation 20% versus 18% for 1.4057 +QT700, and 1.4057 +A is harder (255 HB vs 240 HB). 1.4057 +QT700 runs hotter in service (550°C vs 500°C continuous).
1.4057 +AChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
1.4057 +QT700Choose it when the part sees heat.
1.4057 +A vs 1.4057 +QT700: 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)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Shear Strength
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 215 GPa31.2 Msi · Shear Modulus 83 GPa12 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3 · Yield Strength (0.2% offset) 600 MPa87 ksi · Compressive Strength 690 MPa100 ksi · Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit) 360 MPa52.2 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 75 MPa·√m68.3 ksi·√in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.7 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,425°C2,597 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,510°C2,750 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 25 W/m·K14.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 10.5 µm/m·K5.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 260 J/g112 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -30°C-22 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 2.5 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 7×10⁻⁷ Ω·m27.6 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.25 V
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Machinability 42 / 100 · Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 45% · Brazeability / Solderability 40 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 55 MJ/kg23,646 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 3.8 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 130 L/kg15.6 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 60%
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.
1.4057 +A vs 1.4057 +QT700 — frequently asked
What is the difference between 1.4057 +A and 1.4057 +QT700?
1.4057 +A and 1.4057 +QT700 are two conditions of the same stainless steel grade, 1.4057: +A (annealed) versus +QT700 (quenched and tempered, Rm 700–850 MPa). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 600 MPa — the mechanical properties are the same, and the difference is in how the stock is processed and what it is certified to (annealed versus quenched and tempered, Rm 700–850 MPa).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +A or +QT700?
+QT800 is the default 1.4057 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither +A nor +QT700). 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, 1.4057 +A or 1.4057 +QT700?
1.4057 +A. Its weldability rates fair (35/100) against poor (30/100) for 1.4057 +QT700.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1.4057 +A and 1.4057 +QT700 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.