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Steel A182 F11 Cl.2 N+T vs A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T

Steel · A182 F11 Cl.2 temper comparison

A182 F11 Cl.2 N+T and A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T are two conditions of the same steel grade, A182 F11 Cl.2: N+T (normalized and tempered) versus Q+T (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T is the stronger of the two: yield strength 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) against 350 MPa (50.8 ksi) for A182 F11 Cl.2 N+T, about 29% more; tensile strength follows at 610 MPa (88.5 ksi) vs 550 MPa (79.8 ksi). In exchange, A182 F11 Cl.2 N+T is the more ductile: elongation 26% versus 23% for A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T, and A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T is harder (187 HB vs 163 HB).

A182 F11 Cl.2 N+TChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+TChoose it when strength drives the design.

A182 F11 Cl.2 N+T vs A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T: properties

A182 F11 Cl.2 N+TA182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

550 MPa79.8 ksi
610 MPa88.5 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

350 MPa50.8 ksi
450 MPa65.3 ksi

Elongation at Break

26%
23%

Reduction in Area

58%
62%

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

250 MPa36.3 ksi
280 MPa40.6 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

130 MPa·√m118 ksi·√in
150 MPa·√m137 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

60 J44.3 ft·lbf
90 J66.4 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

163 HB
187 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

84 HRB
91 HRB

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 350 MPa50.8 ksi · Shear Strength 380 MPa55.1 ksi · Hardness, Vickers 172 HV

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,450°C2,642 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,510°C2,750 °F

Thermal

How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

550°C1,022 °F
540°C1,004 °F

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 40 W/m·K23.1 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12.2 µm/m·K6.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -29°C-20 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 7.8 % 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) -0.6 V · Corrosion Resistance 20 / 100

Manufacturability

FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.

Machinability

55 / 100
50 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

60%
55%

Same in both: Weldability 55 / 100 · Formability (cold) 45 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 50 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 30 MJ/kg12,898 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.1 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 55 L/kg6.6 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.

2005001,0002,0007.588.5Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scaleA182 F11 Cl.2

A182 F11 Cl.2 N+T vs A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T — frequently asked

Is A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T stronger than A182 F11 Cl.2 N+T?

Yes. A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T has a typical yield strength of 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) against 350 MPa (50.8 ksi) for A182 F11 Cl.2 N+T — about 29% more. Tensile strength is 610 MPa (88.5 ksi) vs 550 MPa (79.8 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, N+T or Q+T?

N+T is the default A182 F11 Cl.2 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, A182 F11 Cl.2 N+T or A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T?

A182 F11 Cl.2 N+T. Its machinability rates good (55/100) against fair (50/100) for A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T.

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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in A182 F11 Cl.2 N+T and A182 F11 Cl.2 Q+T 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.