Stainless Steel 1.4525 +AT vs 1.4525 +QT2
Stainless Steel · 1.4525 temper comparison
1.4525 +AT and 1.4525 +QT2 are two conditions of the same stainless steel grade, 1.4525: +AT (solution annealed) versus +QT2 (solution treated ~1020–1070 °C, quenched and precipitation aged…). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 1.4525 +QT2 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 900 MPa (131 ksi) against 750 MPa (109 ksi) for 1.4525 +AT, about 20% more. 1.4525 +QT2 is the more ductile: elongation 14% versus 12% for 1.4525 +AT. 1.4525 +QT2 runs hotter in service (250°C vs 200°C continuous). On the shop floor, 1.4525 +AT welds better (very good vs good).
1.4525 +ATChoose it when it will be welded.
1.4525 +QT2Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
1.4525 +AT vs 1.4525 +QT2: 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 C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 197 GPa28.6 Msi · Shear Modulus 77 GPa11.2 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.28
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.8 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,400°C2,552 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,440°C2,624 °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 460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 10.8 µm/m·K6 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 260 J/g112 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -50°C-58 °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) -0.25 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 70 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 40 / 100 · Polishability 75 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 53 MJ/kg22,786 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 4.6 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 110 L/kg13.2 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 65%
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.
1.4525 +AT vs 1.4525 +QT2 — frequently asked
Is 1.4525 +QT2 stronger than 1.4525 +AT?
Yes. 1.4525 +QT2 has a typical yield strength of 900 MPa (131 ksi) against 750 MPa (109 ksi) for 1.4525 +AT — about 20% more. Tensile strength is 1,050 MPa (152 ksi) vs 1,000 MPa (145 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +AT or +QT2?
+QT1 is the default 1.4525 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither +AT nor +QT2). 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, 1.4525 +AT or 1.4525 +QT2?
1.4525 +AT. Its weldability rates very good (70/100) against good (55/100) for 1.4525 +QT2.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1.4525 +AT and 1.4525 +QT2 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.