Steel 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed vs 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized
Steel · 6CrMnSi2Mo1V temper comparison
6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed and 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized are two conditions of the same steel grade, 6CrMnSi2Mo1V: Annealed versus Normalized. The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized is the stronger of the two: yield strength 800 MPa (116 ksi) against 490 MPa (71.1 ksi) for 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed, about 63% more; tensile strength follows at 1,150 MPa (167 ksi) vs 780 MPa (113 ksi). In exchange, 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed is the more ductile: elongation 20% versus 10% for 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized, and 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized is harder (340 HB vs 217 HB). 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed runs hotter in service (400°C vs 200°C continuous). On the shop floor, 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed machines more easily (fair vs poor).
6CrMnSi2Mo1V AnnealedChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
6CrMnSi2Mo1V NormalizedChoose it when strength drives the design.
6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed vs 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized: 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.
6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
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 · Hardness, Rockwell B 97 HRB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.76 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,400°C2,552 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,455°C2,651 °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) 12.4 µm/m·K6.9 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -40°C-40 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: 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: Castability 25 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 35 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 36 MJ/kg15,477 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.8 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 60 L/kg7.2 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 40%
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.
6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed vs 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized — frequently asked
Is 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized stronger than 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed?
Yes. 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized has a typical yield strength of 800 MPa (116 ksi) against 490 MPa (71.1 ksi) for 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed — about 63% more. Tensile strength is 1,150 MPa (167 ksi) vs 780 MPa (113 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, Annealed or Normalized?
Annealed is the default 6CrMnSi2Mo1V 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, 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed or 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized?
6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed. Its machinability rates fair (45/100) against poor (30/100) for 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized; for welding the order is 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed first (poor, 20/100) then 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized (poor, 15/100).
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Annealed and 6CrMnSi2Mo1V Normalized 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.