Stainless Steel 1.4848 vs CG6MMN
Stainless Steel · grade comparison
Stainless Steel 1.4848 and CG6MMN are both stainless steel grades. CG6MMN is the stronger of the two: yield strength 350 MPa (50.8 ksi) against 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) for 1.4848, about 25% more; tensile strength follows at 655 MPa (95 ksi) vs 530 MPa (76.9 ksi). CG6MMN is the more ductile: elongation 40% versus 14% for 1.4848. 1.4848 runs hotter in service (1,100°C vs 650°C continuous) and CG6MMN conducts electricity better (2.3 % IACS vs 1.9 % IACS). On the shop floor, CG6MMN welds better (very good vs fair) and 1.4848 sits in a lower cost tier (premium, $$$) than CG6MMN (high, $$$$).
1.4848Choose it when the part sees heat, or when cost is the deciding factor.
CG6MMNChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
1.4848 vs CG6MMN: 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
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: Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Hardness, Brinell 190 HB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Melting Point (Solidus)
Same in both: 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
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 25%
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 | CG6MMN |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$ Premium | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
Both take the same 7 finishes: Electroless Nickel (EN), Epoxy Coating, Gold Plating, Hard Chrome Plating, Pickling, Plasma Spray, Silver Plating.
1.4848 vs CG6MMN — frequently asked
Is CG6MMN stronger than 1.4848?
Yes. CG6MMN has a typical yield strength of 350 MPa (50.8 ksi) against 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) for 1.4848 — about 25% more. Tensile strength is 655 MPa (95 ksi) vs 530 MPa (76.9 ksi).
Which is cheaper, 1.4848 or CG6MMN?
1.4848 is the lower-cost material: it sits in the premium tier ($$$) while CG6MMN 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 is easier to machine, 1.4848 or CG6MMN?
CG6MMN, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 30/100 against 25/100 for 1.4848; for welding the order is CG6MMN first (very good, 70/100) then 1.4848 (fair, 45/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1.4848 and CG6MMN 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.