Steel 20MnMoNi4-5-HR vs 20MnMoNi4-5-N
Steel · 20MnMoNi4-5 temper comparison
20MnMoNi4-5-HR and 20MnMoNi4-5-N are two conditions of the same steel grade, 20MnMoNi4-5: HR (hot rolled) versus N (normalized). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 390 MPa — the mechanical properties are the same, and the difference is in how the stock is processed and what it is certified to (hot rolled versus normalized). 20MnMoNi4-5-N is the more ductile: elongation 24% versus 21% for 20MnMoNi4-5-HR, and 20MnMoNi4-5-HR is harder (195 HB vs 180 HB). On the shop floor, 20MnMoNi4-5-N welds better (very good vs good).
20MnMoNi4-5-NChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when it will be welded.
20MnMoNi4-5-HR vs 20MnMoNi4-5-N: 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 B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 81 GPa11.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 166 GPa24.1 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) 1,450°C2,642 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,510°C2,750 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 42 W/m·K24.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12 µm/m·K6.7 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: 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 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: Castability 30 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 40 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 30 MJ/kg12,898 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 50 L/kg6 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.
20MnMoNi4-5-HR vs 20MnMoNi4-5-N — frequently asked
What is the difference between 20MnMoNi4-5-HR and 20MnMoNi4-5-N?
20MnMoNi4-5-HR and 20MnMoNi4-5-N are two conditions of the same steel grade, 20MnMoNi4-5: HR (hot rolled) versus N (normalized). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 390 MPa — the mechanical properties are the same, and the difference is in how the stock is processed and what it is certified to (hot rolled versus normalized).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, HR or N?
QT is the default 20MnMoNi4-5 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither HR nor N). 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, 20MnMoNi4-5-HR or 20MnMoNi4-5-N?
20MnMoNi4-5-N. Its weldability rates very good (70/100) against good (60/100) for 20MnMoNi4-5-HR.
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 20MnMoNi4-5-HR and 20MnMoNi4-5-N 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.