Steel 38KhMYuA-CD vs 38KhMYuA QT28-32
Steel · 38KhMYuA temper comparison
38KhMYuA-CD and 38KhMYuA QT28-32 are two conditions of the same steel grade, 38KhMYuA: CD (cold drawn) versus QT28-32 (Q&T 28–32 HRC). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 38KhMYuA QT28-32 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 860 MPa (125 ksi) against 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) for 38KhMYuA-CD, about 39% more; tensile strength follows at 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) vs 800 MPa (116 ksi). 38KhMYuA QT28-32 is the more ductile: elongation 16% versus 12% for 38KhMYuA-CD, and 38KhMYuA QT28-32 is harder (300 HB vs 240 HB). 38KhMYuA QT28-32 runs hotter in service (500°C vs 350°C continuous). On the shop floor, 38KhMYuA-CD machines more easily (54 vs 42 out of 100).
38KhMYuA-CDChoose it when the part is machined in volume.
38KhMYuA QT28-32Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
38KhMYuA-CD vs 38KhMYuA QT28-32: 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 7.7 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 34 W/m·K19.6 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 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 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -40°C-40 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 6.6 % IACS · 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 13 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Weldability 18 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 35 / 100 · Polishability 65 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 32 MJ/kg13,758 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.3 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.
38KhMYuA-CD vs 38KhMYuA QT28-32 — frequently asked
Is 38KhMYuA QT28-32 stronger than 38KhMYuA-CD?
Yes. 38KhMYuA QT28-32 has a typical yield strength of 860 MPa (125 ksi) against 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) for 38KhMYuA-CD — about 39% more. Tensile strength is 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) vs 800 MPa (116 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CD or QT28-32?
QT28-32 is the default 38KhMYuA 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, 38KhMYuA-CD or 38KhMYuA QT28-32?
38KhMYuA-CD, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 54/100 against 42/100 for 38KhMYuA QT28-32.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 38KhMYuA-CD and 38KhMYuA QT28-32 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.