Stainless Steel S32404-CD vs S32404 FRG-SA
Stainless Steel · S32404 temper comparison
S32404-CD and S32404 FRG-SA are two conditions of the same stainless steel grade, S32404: CD (cold drawn) versus FRG-SA (forged + Solution Annealed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. S32404-CD is the stronger of the two: yield strength 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) against 500 MPa (72.5 ksi) for S32404 FRG-SA, about 30% more; tensile strength follows at 830 MPa (120 ksi) vs 690 MPa (100 ksi). In exchange, S32404 FRG-SA is the more ductile: elongation 28% versus 20% for S32404-CD, and S32404-CD is harder (285 HB vs 240 HB).
S32404-CDChoose it when strength drives the design.
S32404 FRG-SAChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
S32404-CD vs S32404 FRG-SA: 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)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 200 GPa29 Msi · Shear Modulus 77 GPa11.2 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3 · Hardness, Rockwell B 100 HRB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.8 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,400°C2,552 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,450°C2,642 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 15 W/m·K8.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 480 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 13 µm/m·K7.2 µin/in·°F · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 300°C572 °F · Min Service Temperature -50°C-58 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 2.2 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 8×10⁻⁷ Ω·m31.5 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.15 V · Corrosion Resistance 68 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 62 MJ/kg26,655 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 5.2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 200 L/kg24 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 70%
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.
S32404-CD vs S32404 FRG-SA — frequently asked
Is S32404-CD stronger than S32404 FRG-SA?
Yes. S32404-CD has a typical yield strength of 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) against 500 MPa (72.5 ksi) for S32404 FRG-SA — about 30% more. Tensile strength is 830 MPa (120 ksi) vs 690 MPa (100 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CD or FRG-SA?
SA is the default S32404 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CD nor FRG-SA). 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 S32404-CD over S32404 FRG-SA?
Pick S32404-CD when strength drives the design. Pick S32404 FRG-SA when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in S32404-CD and S32404 FRG-SA 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.