Stainless Steel 1.4547-CD vs 1.4547 CW-1/4H
Stainless Steel · 1.4547 temper comparison
1.4547-CD and 1.4547 CW-1/4H are two conditions of the same stainless steel grade, 1.4547: CD (cold drawn) versus CW-1/4H (CW 1/4 Hard). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 1.4547 CW-1/4H is the stronger of the two: yield strength 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) against 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) for 1.4547-CD, about 13% more; tensile strength follows at 860 MPa (125 ksi) vs 800 MPa (116 ksi). In exchange, 1.4547-CD is the more ductile: elongation 30% versus 22% for 1.4547 CW-1/4H, and 1.4547 CW-1/4H is harder (300 HB vs 260 HB). 1.4547-CD runs hotter in service (400°C vs 300°C continuous).
1.4547-CDChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
1.4547 CW-1/4HChoose it when strength drives the design.
1.4547-CD vs 1.4547 CW-1/4H: 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)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 195 GPa28.3 Msi · Shear Modulus 75 GPa10.9 Msi · Bulk Modulus 162 GPa23.5 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3 · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 150 MPa·√m137 ksi·√in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8 g/cm³0.29 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,325°C2,417 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,390°C2,534 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 14 W/m·K8.1 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 500 J/kg·K0.12 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 16.5 µm/m·K9.2 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 2 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 8.5×10⁻⁷ Ω·m33.5 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) 0.15 V · Corrosion Resistance 84 / 100
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 70 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 55 / 100 · Polishability 72 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 80 MJ/kg34,394 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 5.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 120 L/kg14.4 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 50%
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.
1.4547-CD vs 1.4547 CW-1/4H — frequently asked
Is 1.4547 CW-1/4H stronger than 1.4547-CD?
Yes. 1.4547 CW-1/4H has a typical yield strength of 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) against 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) for 1.4547-CD — about 13% more. Tensile strength is 860 MPa (125 ksi) vs 800 MPa (116 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CD or CW-1/4H?
SA is the default 1.4547 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CD nor CW-1/4H). 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 1.4547-CD over 1.4547 CW-1/4H?
Pick 1.4547-CD when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat. Pick 1.4547 CW-1/4H when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1.4547-CD and 1.4547 CW-1/4H 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.