Steel 8720-ANN vs 8720-CD
Steel · 8720 temper comparison
8720-ANN and 8720-CD are two conditions of the same steel grade, 8720: ANN (annealed) versus CD (cold drawn). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 8720-CD is the stronger of the two: yield strength 600 MPa (87 ksi) against 385 MPa (55.8 ksi) for 8720-ANN, about 56% more; tensile strength follows at 700 MPa (102 ksi) vs 540 MPa (78.3 ksi). In exchange, 8720-ANN is the more ductile: elongation 31% versus 15% for 8720-CD, and 8720-CD is harder (207 HB vs 149 HB).
8720-ANNChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
8720-CDChoose it when strength drives the design.
8720-ANN vs 8720-CD: 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
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 205 GPa29.7 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Shear Strength 350 MPa50.8 ksi · Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit) 260 MPa37.7 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 95 MPa·√m86.5 ksi·√in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,416°C2,581 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,500°C2,732 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 45 W/m·K26 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 475 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.6 µm/m·K6.4 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 350°C662 °F · Min Service Temperature -40°C-40 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 8 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 2.2×10⁻⁷ Ω·m8.66 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Corrosion Resistance 11 / 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 65 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 60 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 30 MJ/kg12,898 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.3 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 60 L/kg7.2 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 35%
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.
8720-ANN vs 8720-CD — frequently asked
Is 8720-CD stronger than 8720-ANN?
Yes. 8720-CD has a typical yield strength of 600 MPa (87 ksi) against 385 MPa (55.8 ksi) for 8720-ANN — about 56% more. Tensile strength is 700 MPa (102 ksi) vs 540 MPa (78.3 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, ANN or CD?
ANN is the default 8720 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, 8720-ANN or 8720-CD?
8720-CD. Its machinability rates very good (70/100) against good (65/100) for 8720-ANN.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 8720-ANN and 8720-CD 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.