Stainless Steel 1.4848 vs CF10SMnN
Stainless Steel · grade comparison
Stainless Steel 1.4848 and CF10SMnN are both stainless steel grades. CF10SMnN is the stronger of the two: yield strength 330 MPa (47.9 ksi) against 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) for 1.4848, about 18% more; tensile strength follows at 640 MPa (92.8 ksi) vs 530 MPa (76.9 ksi). CF10SMnN is the more ductile: elongation 42% versus 14% for 1.4848. CF10SMnN is stiffer (196 GPa vs 185 GPa) and 1.4848 runs hotter in service (1,100°C vs 870°C continuous). On the shop floor, CF10SMnN welds better (very good vs fair) and 1.4848 sits in a lower cost tier (premium, $$$) than CF10SMnN (high, $$$$).
1.4848Choose it when the part sees heat, or when cost is the deciding factor.
CF10SMnNChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
1.4848 vs CF10SMnN: 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.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Shear Modulus
Bulk Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Compressive Strength
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Same in both: Hardness, Brinell 190 HB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Same in both: Melting Point (Solidus) 1,370°C2,498 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,425°C2,597 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Latent Heat of Fusion
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Min Service Temperature
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 500 J/kg·K0.12 BTU/lb·°F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)
Corrosion Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Same in both: Machinability 25 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Typical Recycled Content
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Same in both: Thermal Shock Resistance Index 3
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.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | 1.4848 | CF10SMnN |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$ Premium | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
Both take the same 7 finishes: Electroless Nickel (EN), Epoxy Coating, Gold Plating, Hard Chrome Plating, Pickling, Plasma Spray, Silver Plating.
1.4848 vs CF10SMnN — frequently asked
Is CF10SMnN stronger than 1.4848?
Yes. CF10SMnN has a typical yield strength of 330 MPa (47.9 ksi) against 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) for 1.4848 — about 18% more. Tensile strength is 640 MPa (92.8 ksi) vs 530 MPa (76.9 ksi).
Which is cheaper, 1.4848 or CF10SMnN?
1.4848 is the lower-cost material: it sits in the premium tier ($$$) while CF10SMnN is high ($$$$). Part price depends far more on geometry, tolerance and quantity than on raw stock — upload a CAD file for a live quote.
Which welds better, 1.4848 or CF10SMnN?
CF10SMnN. Its weldability rates very good (70/100) against fair (45/100) for 1.4848.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1.4848 and CF10SMnN 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.