Stainless Steel 1.4713 +A vs 1.4713 +C
Stainless Steel · 1.4713 temper comparison
1.4713 +A and 1.4713 +C are two conditions of the same stainless steel grade, 1.4713: +A (annealed) versus +C (cold drawn). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 1.4713 +C is the stronger of the two: yield strength 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) against 260 MPa (37.7 ksi) for 1.4713 +A, about 81% more; tensile strength follows at 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) vs 480 MPa (69.6 ksi). In exchange, 1.4713 +A is the more ductile: elongation 22% versus 12% for 1.4713 +C, and 1.4713 +C is harder (205 HB vs 165 HB).
1.4713 +AChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
1.4713 +CChoose it when strength drives the design.
1.4713 +A vs 1.4713 +C: 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
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 81 GPa11.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 165 GPa23.9 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3 · Reduction in Area 45% · Shear Strength 300 MPa43.5 ksi · Hardness, Vickers 175 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.6 g/cm³0.27 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,480°C2,696 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,520°C2,768 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 22 W/m·K12.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12 µm/m·K6.7 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 800°C1,472 °F · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 2.4 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 7.2×10⁻⁷ Ω·m28.3 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.35 V · Corrosion Resistance 32 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 55% · Weldability 45 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 55 / 100 · Polishability 45 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 38 MJ/kg16,337 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.9 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 90 L/kg10.8 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 55%
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.
1.4713 +A vs 1.4713 +C — frequently asked
Is 1.4713 +C stronger than 1.4713 +A?
Yes. 1.4713 +C has a typical yield strength of 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) against 260 MPa (37.7 ksi) for 1.4713 +A — about 81% more. Tensile strength is 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) vs 480 MPa (69.6 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +A or +C?
+A is the default 1.4713 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.
Which is easier to machine, 1.4713 +A or 1.4713 +C?
1.4713 +C, by a small margin. Both rate good for machinability — 60/100 against 55/100 for 1.4713 +A.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1.4713 +A and 1.4713 +C 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.