Steel 1111-A vs 1111-CD
Steel · 1111 temper comparison
1111-A and 1111-CD are two conditions of the same steel grade, 1111: A (solution annealed) versus CD (cold drawn). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 1111-CD is the stronger of the two: yield strength 393 MPa (57 ksi) against 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) for 1111-A, about 57% more; tensile strength follows at 469 MPa (68 ksi) vs 395 MPa (57.3 ksi). In exchange, 1111-A is the more ductile: elongation 33% versus 18% for 1111-CD, and 1111-CD is harder (137 HB vs 111 HB). On the shop floor, 1111-CD machines more easily (excellent vs very good).
1111-AChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
1111-CDChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is machined in volume.
1111-A vs 1111-CD: 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.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 200 GPa29 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Shear Strength 310 MPa45 ksi · Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit) 210 MPa30.5 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 90 MPa·√m81.9 ksi·√in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,450°C2,642 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,515°C2,759 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 51 W/m·K29.5 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.7 µm/m·K6.5 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 247 J/g106 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 400°C752 °F · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 10 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.7×10⁻⁷ Ω·m6.69 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.61 V · Corrosion Resistance 8 / 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 30 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 60 / 100 · Polishability 45 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 25 MJ/kg10,748 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 1.9 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 40 L/kg4.8 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 30%
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.
1111-A vs 1111-CD — frequently asked
Is 1111-CD stronger than 1111-A?
Yes. 1111-CD has a typical yield strength of 393 MPa (57 ksi) against 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) for 1111-A — about 57% more. Tensile strength is 469 MPa (68 ksi) vs 395 MPa (57.3 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, A or CD?
CD is the default 1111 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.
Which is easier to machine, 1111-A or 1111-CD?
1111-CD. Its machinability rates excellent (88/100) against very good (75/100) for 1111-A.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1111-A and 1111-CD 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.