Steel 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 vs 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420
Steel · 32CDV13 temper comparison
32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 and 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420 are two conditions of the same steel grade, 32CDV13: QT-1080-1280 (Q&T 1080–1280 MPa) versus QT-1230-1420 (Q&T 1230–1420 MPa). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 1,130 MPa (164 ksi) against 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) for 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280, about 13% more; tensile strength follows at 1,320 MPa (191 ksi) vs 1,180 MPa (171 ksi). In exchange, 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 is the more ductile: elongation 12% versus 10% for 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420, and 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420 is harder (410 HB vs 360 HB). On the shop floor, 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 machines more easily (fair vs poor).
32CDV13 QT-1080-1280Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
32CDV13 QT-1230-1420Choose it when strength drives the design.
32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 vs 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420: 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.
32CDV13 QT-1080-128032CDV13 QT-1230-1420
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
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 · Compressive Strength 1,050 MPa152 ksi · Shear Strength 710 MPa103 ksi
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.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 34 W/m·K19.6 BTU/hr·ft·°F · 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 · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 450°C842 °F · Min Service Temperature -60°C-76 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 2.6×10⁻⁷ Ω·m10.2 µΩ·in
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 %)
Same in both: Weldability 60 / 100 · Formability (cold) 35 / 100 · 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 QT-1080-1280 vs 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420 — frequently asked
Is 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420 stronger than 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280?
Yes. 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420 has a typical yield strength of 1,130 MPa (164 ksi) against 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) for 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 — about 13% more. Tensile strength is 1,320 MPa (191 ksi) vs 1,180 MPa (171 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, QT-1080-1280 or QT-1230-1420?
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 QT-1080-1280 or 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420?
32CDV13 QT-1080-1280. Its machinability rates fair (42/100) against poor (32/100) for 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420.
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 32CDV13 QT-1080-1280 and 32CDV13 QT-1230-1420 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.