Steel 100CrMnSi4-4 +C vs 100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC)
Steel · 100CrMnSi4-4 temper comparison
100CrMnSi4-4 +C and 100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC) are two conditions of the same steel grade, 100CrMnSi4-4: +C (cold drawn) versus QT 250 (57-59 HRC) (hardened + dimensional-stabilising temper (230–260 °C), 57–59 HRC). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC) is the stronger of the two: yield strength 1,750 MPa (254 ksi) against 600 MPa (87 ksi) for 100CrMnSi4-4 +C, about 192% more; tensile strength follows at 2,050 MPa (297 ksi) vs 760 MPa (110 ksi). In exchange, 100CrMnSi4-4 +C is the more ductile: elongation 8% versus 1% for 100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC), and 100CrMnSi4-4 +C is harder (230 HB vs 195 HB). 100CrMnSi4-4 +C conducts heat better (42 W/m·K vs 34 W/m·K). On the shop floor, 100CrMnSi4-4 +C machines more easily (fair vs not recommended).
100CrMnSi4-4 +CChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC)Choose it when strength drives the design.
100CrMnSi4-4 +C vs 100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC): propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all 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 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.
100CrMnSi4-4 +C100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC)
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)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.81 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,370°C2,498 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,450°C2,642 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.9 µm/m·K6.6 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 200°C392 °F · Min Service Temperature -50°C-58 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 5.7 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 3×10⁻⁷ Ω·m11.8 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.62 V · Corrosion Resistance 10 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Weldability 10 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 35 / 100 · Polishability 85 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 32 MJ/kg13,758 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.4 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 60 L/kg7.2 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 25%
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every steel grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
100CrMnSi4-4 +C vs 100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC) — frequently asked
Is 100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC) stronger than 100CrMnSi4-4 +C?
Yes. 100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC) has a typical yield strength of 1,750 MPa (254 ksi) against 600 MPa (87 ksi) for 100CrMnSi4-4 +C — about 192% more. Tensile strength is 2,050 MPa (297 ksi) vs 760 MPa (110 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +C or QT 250 (57-59 HRC)?
+A is the default 100CrMnSi4-4 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither +C nor QT 250 (57-59 HRC)). 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, 100CrMnSi4-4 +C or 100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC)?
100CrMnSi4-4 +C. Its machinability rates fair (50/100) against not recommended (10/100) for 100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC).
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 100CrMnSi4-4 +C and 100CrMnSi4-4 QT 250 (57-59 HRC) 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.