Steel 8MnSi7-CH vs 8MnSi7 +U
Steel · 8MnSi7 temper comparison
8MnSi7-CH and 8MnSi7 +U are two conditions of the same steel grade, 8MnSi7: CH (carburized and hardened) versus +U (hot rolled). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. 8MnSi7-CH is the stronger of the two: yield strength 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) against 290 MPa (42.1 ksi) for 8MnSi7 +U, about 93% more; tensile strength follows at 780 MPa (113 ksi) vs 450 MPa (65.3 ksi). In exchange, 8MnSi7 +U is the more ductile: elongation 23% versus 11% for 8MnSi7-CH, and 8MnSi7-CH is harder (210 HB vs 135 HB). 8MnSi7 +U runs hotter in service (350°C vs 180°C continuous). On the shop floor, 8MnSi7 +U machines more easily (fair vs poor) and 8MnSi7 +U welds better (excellent vs fair).
8MnSi7-CHChoose it when strength drives the design.
8MnSi7 +UChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
8MnSi7-CH vs 8MnSi7 +U: 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
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
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 · Compressive Strength 490 MPa71.1 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 90 MPa·√m81.9 ksi·√in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,490°C2,714 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,520°C2,768 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 44 W/m·K25.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12.3 µm/m·K6.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -30°C-22 °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: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.61 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 40 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 70 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 25 MJ/kg10,748 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 45 L/kg5.4 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.
8MnSi7-CH vs 8MnSi7 +U — frequently asked
Is 8MnSi7-CH stronger than 8MnSi7 +U?
Yes. 8MnSi7-CH has a typical yield strength of 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) against 290 MPa (42.1 ksi) for 8MnSi7 +U — about 93% more. Tensile strength is 780 MPa (113 ksi) vs 450 MPa (65.3 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CH or +U?
+U+C is the default 8MnSi7 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CH nor +U). 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, 8MnSi7-CH or 8MnSi7 +U?
8MnSi7 +U. Its machinability rates fair (50/100) against poor (20/100) for 8MnSi7-CH; for welding the order is 8MnSi7 +U first (excellent, 85/100) then 8MnSi7-CH (fair, 35/100).
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in 8MnSi7-CH and 8MnSi7 +U 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.