Steel 13MoCrNi42-16-14-N vs 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR
Steel · 13MoCrNi42-16-14 temper comparison
13MoCrNi42-16-14-N and 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR are two conditions of the same steel grade, 13MoCrNi42-16-14: N (normalized) versus VIM-VAR (vacuum induction melted + vacuum arc remelted). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 13MoCrNi42-16-14-N is the stronger of the two: yield strength 850 MPa (123 ksi) against 580 MPa (84.1 ksi) for 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR, about 47% more; tensile strength follows at 1,150 MPa (167 ksi) vs 880 MPa (128 ksi). In exchange, 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR is the more ductile: elongation 20% versus 13% for 13MoCrNi42-16-14-N, and 13MoCrNi42-16-14-N is harder (330 HB vs 220 HB). On the shop floor, 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR machines more easily (30 vs 20 out of 100).
13MoCrNi42-16-14-NChoose it when strength drives the design.
13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VARChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
13MoCrNi42-16-14-N vs 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR: 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.
13MoCrNi42-16-14-N13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR
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, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 201 GPa29.2 Msi · Shear Modulus 78 GPa11.3 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Hardness, Rockwell B 97 HRB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.78 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,400°C2,552 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,460°C2,660 °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) 11.3 µm/m·K6.3 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 265 J/g114 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 200°C392 °F · Min Service Temperature -60°C-76 °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) -0.6 V · Corrosion Resistance 16 / 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: Castability 25 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 30 / 100 · Polishability 85 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 48 MJ/kg20,636 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 3.6 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 70 L/kg8.4 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 15%
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.
13MoCrNi42-16-14-N vs 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR — frequently asked
Is 13MoCrNi42-16-14-N stronger than 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR?
Yes. 13MoCrNi42-16-14-N has a typical yield strength of 850 MPa (123 ksi) against 580 MPa (84.1 ksi) for 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR — about 47% more. Tensile strength is 1,150 MPa (167 ksi) vs 880 MPa (128 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, N or VIM-VAR?
ANN is the default 13MoCrNi42-16-14 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither N nor VIM-VAR). 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, 13MoCrNi42-16-14-N or 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR?
13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 30/100 against 20/100 for 13MoCrNi42-16-14-N; for welding the order is 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR first (poor, 15/100) then 13MoCrNi42-16-14-N (not recommended, 10/100).
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 13MoCrNi42-16-14-N and 13MoCrNi42-16-14 VIM-VAR 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.