Steel 30CrMoV9 +N vs 30CrMoV9 +QT900
Steel · 30CrMoV9 temper comparison
30CrMoV9 +N and 30CrMoV9 +QT900 are two conditions of the same steel grade, 30CrMoV9: +N (normalized) versus +QT900 (+QT). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 30CrMoV9 +QT900 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 750 MPa (109 ksi) against 600 MPa (87 ksi) for 30CrMoV9 +N, about 25% more; tensile strength follows at 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) vs 900 MPa (131 ksi). In exchange, 30CrMoV9 +N is the more ductile: elongation 14% versus 11% for 30CrMoV9 +QT900, and 30CrMoV9 +QT900 is harder (305 HB vs 265 HB). 30CrMoV9 +QT900 runs hotter in service (450°C vs 400°C continuous).
30CrMoV9 +NChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
30CrMoV9 +QT900Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
30CrMoV9 +N vs 30CrMoV9 +QT900: 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 C
Hardness, Vickers
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) 1,430°C2,606 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,500°C2,732 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 460 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 · Min Service Temperature -40°C-40 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 7.8 % 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) -0.6 V · Corrosion Resistance 18 / 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 20 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 40 / 100 · Polishability 65 / 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 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.
30CrMoV9 +N vs 30CrMoV9 +QT900 — frequently asked
Is 30CrMoV9 +QT900 stronger than 30CrMoV9 +N?
Yes. 30CrMoV9 +QT900 has a typical yield strength of 750 MPa (109 ksi) against 600 MPa (87 ksi) for 30CrMoV9 +N — about 25% more. Tensile strength is 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) vs 900 MPa (131 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +N or +QT900?
+QT900 is the default 30CrMoV9 condition in the FabDigit quote flow. 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, 30CrMoV9 +N or 30CrMoV9 +QT900?
30CrMoV9 +N, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 45/100 against 40/100 for 30CrMoV9 +QT900.
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 30CrMoV9 +N and 30CrMoV9 +QT900 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.