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Steel 28NiCrMoV8-5 +A vs 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT

Steel · 28NiCrMoV8-5 temper comparison

28NiCrMoV8-5 +A and 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT are two conditions of the same steel grade, 28NiCrMoV8-5: +A (annealed) versus +NT (normalized and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT is the stronger of the two: yield strength 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) against 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) for 28NiCrMoV8-5 +A, about 33% more; tensile strength follows at 780 MPa (113 ksi) vs 640 MPa (92.8 ksi). In exchange, 28NiCrMoV8-5 +A is the more ductile: elongation 22% versus 17% for 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT, and 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT is harder (235 HB vs 200 HB).

28NiCrMoV8-5 +AChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

28NiCrMoV8-5 +NTChoose it when strength drives the design.

28NiCrMoV8-5 +A vs 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT: properties

28NiCrMoV8-5 +A28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

640 MPa92.8 ksi
780 MPa113 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

420 MPa60.9 ksi
560 MPa81.2 ksi

Elongation at Break

22%
17%

Reduction in Area

55%
50%

Compressive Strength

730 MPa106 ksi
570 MPa82.7 ksi

Shear Strength

540 MPa78.3 ksi
475 MPa68.9 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

300 MPa43.5 ksi
370 MPa53.7 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

130 MPa·√m118 ksi·√in
105 MPa·√m95.6 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

55 J40.6 ft·lbf
60 J44.3 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

200 HB
235 HB

Hardness, Rockwell C

27 HRC
22 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

285 HV
247 HV

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 7.83 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.

Thermal Conductivity

36 W/m·K20.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F
38 W/m·K22 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

400°C752 °F
380°C716 °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

7.5 % IACS
7.6 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

2.3×10⁻⁷ Ω·m9.06 µΩ·in
2.27×10⁻⁷ Ω·m8.94 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.6 V · Corrosion Resistance 13 / 100

Manufacturability

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

Machinability

58 / 100
50 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

62%
55%

Weldability

30 / 100
34 / 100

Formability (cold)

20 / 100
25 / 100

Same in both: Brazeability / Solderability 40 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 34 MJ/kg14,617 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.4 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.

2005001,0002,0007.588.5Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scale28NiCrMoV8-5

28NiCrMoV8-5 +A vs 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT — frequently asked

Is 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT stronger than 28NiCrMoV8-5 +A?

Yes. 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT has a typical yield strength of 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) against 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) for 28NiCrMoV8-5 +A — about 33% more. Tensile strength is 780 MPa (113 ksi) vs 640 MPa (92.8 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +A or +NT?

+QT800 is the default 28NiCrMoV8-5 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither +A nor +NT). 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, 28NiCrMoV8-5 +A or 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT?

28NiCrMoV8-5 +A. Its machinability rates good (58/100) against fair (50/100) for 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 28NiCrMoV8-5 +A and 28NiCrMoV8-5 +NT 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.