Steel 20MnTiB-CH vs 20MnTiB-N
Steel · 20MnTiB temper comparison
20MnTiB-CH and 20MnTiB-N are two conditions of the same steel grade, 20MnTiB: CH (carburized and hardened) versus N (normalized). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 20MnTiB-CH is the stronger of the two: yield strength 950 MPa (138 ksi) against 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) for 20MnTiB-N, about 111% more; tensile strength follows at 1,200 MPa (174 ksi) vs 700 MPa (102 ksi). In exchange, 20MnTiB-N is the more ductile: elongation 19% versus 10% for 20MnTiB-CH, and 20MnTiB-N is harder (200 HB vs 170 HB). 20MnTiB-N runs hotter in service (200°C vs 180°C continuous). On the shop floor, 20MnTiB-N machines more easily (fair vs not recommended) and 20MnTiB-N welds better (fair vs not recommended).
20MnTiB-CHChoose it when strength drives the design.
20MnTiB-NChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
20MnTiB-CH vs 20MnTiB-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
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 81 GPa11.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 165 GPa23.9 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 1,500°C2,732 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 44 W/m·K25.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 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 -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: Castability 35 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 60 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 25 MJ/kg10,748 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 60 L/kg7.2 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.
20MnTiB-CH vs 20MnTiB-N — frequently asked
Is 20MnTiB-CH stronger than 20MnTiB-N?
Yes. 20MnTiB-CH has a typical yield strength of 950 MPa (138 ksi) against 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) for 20MnTiB-N — about 111% more. Tensile strength is 1,200 MPa (174 ksi) vs 700 MPa (102 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CH or N?
A is the default 20MnTiB condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CH 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 is easier to machine, 20MnTiB-CH or 20MnTiB-N?
20MnTiB-N. Its machinability rates fair (50/100) against not recommended (10/100) for 20MnTiB-CH; for welding the order is 20MnTiB-N first (fair, 40/100) then 20MnTiB-CH (not recommended, 5/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 20MnTiB-CH and 20MnTiB-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.