Steel 16NiCrMo16-5 +N vs 16NiCrMo16-5 +S
Steel · 16NiCrMo16-5 temper comparison
16NiCrMo16-5 +N and 16NiCrMo16-5 +S are two conditions of the same steel grade, 16NiCrMo16-5: +N (normalized) versus +S (treated for improved shearability). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 16NiCrMo16-5 +N is the stronger of the two: yield strength 540 MPa (78.3 ksi) against 430 MPa (62.4 ksi) for 16NiCrMo16-5 +S, about 26% more; tensile strength follows at 800 MPa (116 ksi) vs 660 MPa (95.7 ksi). In exchange, 16NiCrMo16-5 +S is the more ductile: elongation 17% versus 15% for 16NiCrMo16-5 +N, and 16NiCrMo16-5 +N is harder (245 HB vs 215 HB). 16NiCrMo16-5 +N runs hotter in service (400°C vs 200°C continuous).
16NiCrMo16-5 +NChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
16NiCrMo16-5 +SChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
16NiCrMo16-5 +N vs 16NiCrMo16-5 +S: 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.
16NiCrMo16-5 +N16NiCrMo16-5 +S
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, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 207 GPa30 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 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) 1,425°C2,597 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,490°C2,714 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 34 W/m·K19.6 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 465 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.8 µm/m·K6.6 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -70°C-94 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 6 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 2.9×10⁻⁷ Ω·m11.4 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.6 V · Corrosion Resistance 12 / 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 55 / 100 · Polishability 80 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 33 MJ/kg14,187 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.4 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 70 L/kg8.4 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 25%
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.
16NiCrMo16-5 +N vs 16NiCrMo16-5 +S — frequently asked
Is 16NiCrMo16-5 +N stronger than 16NiCrMo16-5 +S?
Yes. 16NiCrMo16-5 +N has a typical yield strength of 540 MPa (78.3 ksi) against 430 MPa (62.4 ksi) for 16NiCrMo16-5 +S — about 26% more. Tensile strength is 800 MPa (116 ksi) vs 660 MPa (95.7 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +N or +S?
+AC is the default 16NiCrMo16-5 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither +N nor +S). 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, 16NiCrMo16-5 +N or 16NiCrMo16-5 +S?
16NiCrMo16-5 +S, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 42/100 against 35/100 for 16NiCrMo16-5 +N.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 16NiCrMo16-5 +N and 16NiCrMo16-5 +S 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.