Steel 30MnB4 +AC vs 30MnB4 +QT
Steel · 30MnB4 temper comparison
30MnB4 +AC and 30MnB4 +QT are two conditions of the same steel grade, 30MnB4: +AC (spheroidize annealed) versus +QT (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 30MnB4 +QT is the stronger of the two: yield strength 980 MPa (142 ksi) against 330 MPa (47.9 ksi) for 30MnB4 +AC, about 197% more; tensile strength follows at 1,100 MPa (160 ksi) vs 520 MPa (75.4 ksi). In exchange, 30MnB4 +AC is the more ductile: elongation 25% versus 12% for 30MnB4 +QT, and 30MnB4 +QT is harder (330 HB vs 150 HB). 30MnB4 +AC runs hotter in service (450°C vs 300°C continuous). On the shop floor, 30MnB4 +AC machines more easily (good vs fair) and 30MnB4 +AC welds better (45 vs 35 out of 100).
30MnB4 +ACChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
30MnB4 +QTChoose it when strength drives the design.
30MnB4 +AC vs 30MnB4 +QT: 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
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 207 GPa30 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Compressive Strength 980 MPa142 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 70 MPa·√m63.7 ksi·√in · Hardness, Rockwell C 34 HRC · Hardness, Vickers 345 HV
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 1,500°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 470 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 -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) -0.6 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 45 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 25 MJ/kg10,748 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 1.9 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.
30MnB4 +AC vs 30MnB4 +QT — frequently asked
Is 30MnB4 +QT stronger than 30MnB4 +AC?
Yes. 30MnB4 +QT has a typical yield strength of 980 MPa (142 ksi) against 330 MPa (47.9 ksi) for 30MnB4 +AC — about 197% more. Tensile strength is 1,100 MPa (160 ksi) vs 520 MPa (75.4 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +AC or +QT?
+QT is the default 30MnB4 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, 30MnB4 +AC or 30MnB4 +QT?
30MnB4 +AC. Its machinability rates good (55/100) against fair (42/100) for 30MnB4 +QT; for welding the order is 30MnB4 +AC first (fair, 45/100) then 30MnB4 +QT (fair, 35/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 30MnB4 +AC and 30MnB4 +QT 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.