Steel 11SMnPb30-CR vs 11SMnPb30-SH
Steel · 11SMnPb30 temper comparison
11SMnPb30-CR and 11SMnPb30-SH are two conditions of the same steel grade, 11SMnPb30: CR (cold rolled) versus SH (cold drawn to higher strength). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 11SMnPb30-SH is the stronger of the two: yield strength 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) against 410 MPa (59.5 ksi) for 11SMnPb30-CR, about 34% more; tensile strength follows at 660 MPa (95.7 ksi) vs 540 MPa (78.3 ksi). In exchange, 11SMnPb30-CR is the more ductile: elongation 9% versus 6% for 11SMnPb30-SH, and 11SMnPb30-SH is harder (200 HB vs 165 HB). 11SMnPb30-CR runs hotter in service (250°C vs 200°C continuous).
11SMnPb30-CRChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
11SMnPb30-SHChoose it when strength drives the design.
11SMnPb30-CR vs 11SMnPb30-SH: 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
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 81 GPa11.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,420°C2,588 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,510°C2,750 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.5 µm/m·K6.4 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
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 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Brazeability / Solderability 45 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 25 MJ/kg10,748 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 55 L/kg6.6 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 35%
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.
11SMnPb30-CR vs 11SMnPb30-SH — frequently asked
Is 11SMnPb30-SH stronger than 11SMnPb30-CR?
Yes. 11SMnPb30-SH has a typical yield strength of 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) against 410 MPa (59.5 ksi) for 11SMnPb30-CR — about 34% more. Tensile strength is 660 MPa (95.7 ksi) vs 540 MPa (78.3 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CR or SH?
HR is the default 11SMnPb30 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CR nor SH). 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 11SMnPb30-CR over 11SMnPb30-SH?
Pick 11SMnPb30-CR when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat. Pick 11SMnPb30-SH when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 11SMnPb30-CR and 11SMnPb30-SH 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.