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Steel 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N vs 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS

Steel · 20CrMoVTiB4-10 temper comparison

20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N and 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS are two conditions of the same steel grade, 20CrMoVTiB4-10: +N (normalized) versus +QT-HS (+QT heavy section). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS is the stronger of the two: yield strength 720 MPa (104 ksi) against 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) for 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N, about 38% more; tensile strength follows at 860 MPa (125 ksi) vs 780 MPa (113 ksi). In exchange, 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N is the more ductile: elongation 18% versus 16% for 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS, and 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS is harder (265 HB vs 235 HB). 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS runs hotter in service (540°C vs 450°C continuous).

20CrMoVTiB4-10 +NChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HSChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.

20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N vs 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS: properties

20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

780 MPa113 ksi
860 MPa125 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

520 MPa75.4 ksi
720 MPa104 ksi

Elongation at Break

18%
16%

Reduction in Area

55%
52%

Compressive Strength

520 MPa75.4 ksi
720 MPa104 ksi

Shear Strength

470 MPa68.2 ksi
525 MPa76.1 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

370 MPa53.7 ksi
400 MPa58 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

80 MPa·√m72.8 ksi·√in
95 MPa·√m86.5 ksi·√in

Hardness, Brinell

235 HB
265 HB

Hardness, Rockwell C

21 HRC
26 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

247 HV
278 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 81 GPa11.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT) 45 J33.2 ft·lbf

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 1,500°C2,732 °F

Thermal

How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.

Thermal Conductivity

40 W/m·K23.1 BTU/hr·ft·°F
38 W/m·K22 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

450°C842 °F
540°C1,004 °F

Same in both: 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 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -30°C-22 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

8 % IACS
7.8 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

2.15×10⁻⁷ Ω·m8.46 µΩ·in
2.2×10⁻⁷ Ω·m8.66 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.6 V · Corrosion Resistance 15 / 100

Manufacturability

FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.

Machinability

50 / 100
47 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

55%
52%

Weldability

40 / 100
35 / 100

Formability (cold)

35 / 100
27 / 100

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) 33 MJ/kg14,187 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.4 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 60 L/kg7.2 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.

2005001,0002,0007.588.5Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scale20CrMoVTiB4-10

20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N vs 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS — frequently asked

Is 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS stronger than 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N?

Yes. 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS has a typical yield strength of 720 MPa (104 ksi) against 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) for 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N — about 38% more. Tensile strength is 860 MPa (125 ksi) vs 780 MPa (113 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +N or +QT-HS?

+QT is the default 20CrMoVTiB4-10 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither +N nor +QT-HS). 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 welds better, 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N or 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS?

20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N. Its weldability rates fair (40/100) against fair (35/100) for 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +N and 20CrMoVTiB4-10 +QT-HS 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.