Steel 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A vs 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT
Steel · 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 temper comparison
15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A and 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT are two conditions of the same steel grade, 15MnCrMoNiV5-3: +A (annealed) versus +QT (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT is the stronger of the two: yield strength 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) against 400 MPa (58 ksi) for 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A, about 55% more; tensile strength follows at 820 MPa (119 ksi) vs 620 MPa (89.9 ksi). In exchange, 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A is the more ductile: elongation 21% versus 16% for 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT, and 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT is harder (250 HB vs 185 HB). On the shop floor, 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A machines more easily (good vs fair).
15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +AChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QTChoose it when strength drives the design.
15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A vs 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT: 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.
15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT
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)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 81 GPa11.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 165 GPa23.9 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Compressive Strength 630 MPa91.4 ksi · Shear Strength 490 MPa71.1 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 95 MPa·√m86.5 ksi·√in · Hardness, Rockwell C 24 HRC · Hardness, Vickers 262 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,425°C2,597 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,495°C2,723 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 38 W/m·K22 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12.3 µm/m·K6.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -30°C-22 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 7.5 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 2.3×10⁻⁷ Ω·m9.06 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Corrosion Resistance 13 / 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 30 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 45 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 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 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.
15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A vs 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT — frequently asked
Is 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT stronger than 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A?
Yes. 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT has a typical yield strength of 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) against 400 MPa (58 ksi) for 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A — about 55% more. Tensile strength is 820 MPa (119 ksi) vs 620 MPa (89.9 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +A or +QT?
+QT is the default 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 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, 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A or 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT?
15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A. Its machinability rates good (58/100) against fair (48/100) for 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT; for welding the order is 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A first (good, 55/100) then 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT (fair, 50/100).
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +A and 15MnCrMoNiV5-3 +QT 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.