Steel 20MnCrS5-CD vs 20MnCrS5 Normalized
Steel · 20MnCrS5 temper comparison
20MnCrS5-CD and 20MnCrS5 Normalized are two conditions of the same steel grade, 20MnCrS5: CD (cold drawn) versus Normalized. The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 20MnCrS5-CD is the stronger of the two: yield strength 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) against 440 MPa (63.8 ksi) for 20MnCrS5 Normalized, about 41% more; tensile strength follows at 780 MPa (113 ksi) vs 690 MPa (100 ksi). In exchange, 20MnCrS5 Normalized is the more ductile: elongation 19% versus 10% for 20MnCrS5-CD, and 20MnCrS5-CD is harder (230 HB vs 195 HB).
20MnCrS5-CDChoose it when strength drives the design.
20MnCrS5 NormalizedChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
20MnCrS5-CD vs 20MnCrS5 Normalized: 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.
20MnCrS5-CD20MnCrS5 Normalized
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 B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3
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.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 44 W/m·K25.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 465 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 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 250°C482 °F · Min Service Temperature -40°C-40 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 8 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 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) -0.62 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: Brazeability / Solderability 55 / 100 · Polishability 45 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 30 MJ/kg12,898 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.1 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.
20MnCrS5-CD vs 20MnCrS5 Normalized — frequently asked
Is 20MnCrS5-CD stronger than 20MnCrS5 Normalized?
Yes. 20MnCrS5-CD has a typical yield strength of 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) against 440 MPa (63.8 ksi) for 20MnCrS5 Normalized — about 41% more. Tensile strength is 780 MPa (113 ksi) vs 690 MPa (100 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CD or Normalized?
HR is the default 20MnCrS5 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CD nor Normalized). 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, 20MnCrS5-CD or 20MnCrS5 Normalized?
20MnCrS5 Normalized. Its weldability rates fair (38/100) against poor (30/100) for 20MnCrS5-CD.
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 20MnCrS5-CD and 20MnCrS5 Normalized 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.