Stainless Steel CA28MWV N+T vs CA28MWV Q&T
Stainless Steel · CA28MWV temper comparison
CA28MWV N+T and CA28MWV Q&T are two conditions of the same stainless steel grade, CA28MWV: N+T (normalized and tempered) versus Q&T (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. CA28MWV Q&T is the stronger of the two: yield strength 800 MPa (116 ksi) against 760 MPa (110 ksi) for CA28MWV N+T, about 5% more. CA28MWV Q&T is harder — 34 HRC against 32 HRC for CA28MWV N+T — which matters for wear surfaces and threads.
CA28MWV Q&TChoose it when strength drives the design, or when surface hardness matters.
CA28MWV N+T vs CA28MWV Q&T: 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
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell C
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 205 GPa29.7 Msi · Shear Modulus 79 GPa11.5 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Compressive Strength 780 MPa113 ksi · Shear Strength 620 MPa89.9 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 60 MPa·√m54.6 ksi·√in · Hardness, Vickers 320 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.75 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,420°C2,588 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,480°C2,696 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 24 W/m·K13.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F · 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 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 593°C1,099 °F · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 2.9 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 6×10⁻⁷ Ω·m23.6 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.3 V · Corrosion Resistance 42 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Same in both: Machinability 30 / 100 · Weldability 30 / 100 · Formability (cold) 10 / 100 · Castability 60 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 30 / 100 · Polishability 65 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 39 MJ/kg16,767 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 3 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 120 L/kg14.4 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 60%
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.
CA28MWV N+T vs CA28MWV Q&T — frequently asked
Is CA28MWV Q&T stronger than CA28MWV N+T?
Yes. CA28MWV Q&T has a typical yield strength of 800 MPa (116 ksi) against 760 MPa (110 ksi) for CA28MWV N+T — about 5% more. Tensile strength is 1,080 MPa (157 ksi) vs 1,035 MPa (150 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, N+T or Q&T?
N+T is the default CA28MWV 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.
When should I choose CA28MWV N+T over CA28MWV Q&T?
Pick CA28MWV Q&T when strength drives the design, or when surface hardness matters.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in CA28MWV N+T and CA28MWV Q&T 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.