Steel 35SiMn-CD vs 35SiMn-N
Steel · 35SiMn temper comparison
35SiMn-CD and 35SiMn-N are two conditions of the same steel grade, 35SiMn: CD (cold drawn) versus N (normalized). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 35SiMn-CD is the stronger of the two: yield strength 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) against 500 MPa (72.5 ksi) for 35SiMn-N, about 30% more. In exchange, 35SiMn-N is the more ductile: elongation 17% versus 10% for 35SiMn-CD. 35SiMn-N runs hotter in service (425°C vs 300°C continuous).
35SiMn-CDChoose it when strength drives the design.
35SiMn-NChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
35SiMn-CD vs 35SiMn-N: 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.
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Compressive Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
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 · Tensile Strength (Ultimate) 800 MPa116 ksi · Shear Strength 480 MPa69.6 ksi · Hardness, Brinell 240 HB · Hardness, Rockwell C 22 HRC · Hardness, Vickers 250 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 1,490°C2,714 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 42 W/m·K24.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12 µm/m·K6.7 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 6 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 2.9×10⁻⁷ Ω·m11.4 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.62 V · Corrosion Resistance 11 / 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 60 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 26 MJ/kg11,178 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.1 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 45 L/kg5.4 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.
35SiMn-CD vs 35SiMn-N — frequently asked
Is 35SiMn-CD stronger than 35SiMn-N?
Yes. 35SiMn-CD has a typical yield strength of 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) against 500 MPa (72.5 ksi) for 35SiMn-N — about 30% more. Tensile strength is 800 MPa (116 ksi) vs 800 MPa (116 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CD or N?
QT is the default 35SiMn condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CD nor N). 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 welds better, 35SiMn-CD or 35SiMn-N?
35SiMn-N. Its weldability rates fair (35/100) against poor (30/100) for 35SiMn-CD.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 35SiMn-CD and 35SiMn-N 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.