Steel 32CDV13-N vs 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280
Steel · 32CDV13 temper comparison
32CDV13-N and 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 are two conditions of the same steel grade, 32CDV13: N (normalized) versus QT-1080-1280 (Q&T 1080–1280 MPa). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) against 700 MPa (102 ksi) for 32CDV13-N, about 43% more; tensile strength follows at 1,180 MPa (171 ksi) vs 950 MPa (138 ksi). In exchange, 32CDV13-N is the more ductile: elongation 15% versus 12% for 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280, and 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 is harder (360 HB vs 290 HB). 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 runs hotter in service (450°C vs 400°C continuous) and 32CDV13-N conducts heat better (38 W/m·K vs 34 W/m·K).
32CDV13-NChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
32CDV13 QT-1080-1280Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
32CDV13-N vs 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280: 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 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 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
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.8 µm/m·K6.6 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -60°C-76 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.6 V · Corrosion Resistance 16 / 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 55 / 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) 2.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 70 L/kg8.4 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.
32CDV13-N vs 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 — frequently asked
Is 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 stronger than 32CDV13-N?
Yes. 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 has a typical yield strength of 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) against 700 MPa (102 ksi) for 32CDV13-N — about 43% more. Tensile strength is 1,180 MPa (171 ksi) vs 950 MPa (138 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, N or QT-1080-1280?
QT-1080-1280 is the default 32CDV13 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, 32CDV13-N or 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280?
32CDV13-N, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 50/100 against 42/100 for 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280; for welding the order is 32CDV13-N first (good, 65/100) then 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 (good, 60/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 32CDV13-N and 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 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.