Steel 18Kh2N4MA-N vs 18Kh2N4MA-QT500
Steel · 18Kh2N4MA temper comparison
18Kh2N4MA-N and 18Kh2N4MA-QT500 are two conditions of the same steel grade, 18Kh2N4MA: N (normalized) versus QT500 (Q&T 500–560). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 18Kh2N4MA-N is the stronger of the two: tensile strength 1,200 MPa (174 ksi) against 1,030 MPa (149 ksi) for 18Kh2N4MA-QT500, about 17% more. In exchange, 18Kh2N4MA-QT500 is the more ductile: elongation 16% versus 12% for 18Kh2N4MA-N, and 18Kh2N4MA-N is harder (350 HB vs 310 HB). 18Kh2N4MA-QT500 runs hotter in service (400°C vs 200°C continuous).
18Kh2N4MA-NChoose it when strength drives the design.
18Kh2N4MA-QT500Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
18Kh2N4MA-N vs 18Kh2N4MA-QT500: 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
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell C
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 163 GPa23.6 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 1,490°C2,714 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 33 W/m·K19.1 BTU/hr·ft·°F · 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 -70°C-94 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 3.5×10⁻⁷ Ω·m13.8 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.6 V · Corrosion Resistance 14 / 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 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 36 MJ/kg15,477 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.7 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.
18Kh2N4MA-N vs 18Kh2N4MA-QT500 — frequently asked
Is 18Kh2N4MA-N stronger than 18Kh2N4MA-QT500?
Yes. 18Kh2N4MA-N has a typical tensile strength of 1,200 MPa (174 ksi) against 1,030 MPa (149 ksi) for 18Kh2N4MA-QT500 — about 17% more.
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, N or QT500?
QT200 is the default 18Kh2N4MA condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither N nor QT500). 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, 18Kh2N4MA-N or 18Kh2N4MA-QT500?
18Kh2N4MA-QT500, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 28/100 against 19/100 for 18Kh2N4MA-N.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 18Kh2N4MA-N and 18Kh2N4MA-QT500 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.