Steel 1211-ANN vs 1211-CD
Steel · 1211 temper comparison
1211-ANN and 1211-CD are two conditions of the same steel grade, 1211: ANN (annealed) versus CD (cold drawn). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 1211-CD is the stronger of the two: yield strength 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) against 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) for 1211-ANN, about 88% more; tensile strength follows at 540 MPa (78.3 ksi) vs 395 MPa (57.3 ksi). In exchange, 1211-ANN is the more ductile: elongation 28% versus 10% for 1211-CD, and 1211-CD is harder (163 HB vs 116 HB).
1211-ANNChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
1211-CDChoose it when strength drives the design.
1211-ANN vs 1211-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
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 200 GPa29 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 140 GPa20.3 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Compressive Strength 470 MPa68.2 ksi · Shear Strength 330 MPa47.9 ksi · Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT) 15 J11.1 ft·lbf · Hardness, Vickers 171 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.87 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,420°C2,588 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,505°C2,741 °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 480 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) 350°C662 °F · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 10.8 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.6×10⁻⁷ Ω·m6.3 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.6 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 20 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 55 / 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 45 L/kg5.4 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.
1211-ANN vs 1211-CD — frequently asked
Is 1211-CD stronger than 1211-ANN?
Yes. 1211-CD has a typical yield strength of 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) against 250 MPa (36.3 ksi) for 1211-ANN — about 88% more. Tensile strength is 540 MPa (78.3 ksi) vs 395 MPa (57.3 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, ANN or CD?
CD is the default 1211 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, 1211-ANN or 1211-CD?
1211-CD. Its machinability rates excellent (90/100) against very good (83/100) for 1211-ANN.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 1211-ANN and 1211-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.