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Steel A182 F911-AF vs A182 F911-ANN

Steel · A182 F911 temper comparison

A182 F911-AF and A182 F911-ANN are two conditions of the same steel grade, A182 F911: AF (as-Forged) versus ANN (annealed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. A182 F911-AF is the stronger of the two: yield strength 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) against 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) for A182 F911-ANN, about 71% more; tensile strength follows at 900 MPa (131 ksi) vs 600 MPa (87 ksi). In exchange, A182 F911-ANN is the more ductile: elongation 26% versus 15% for A182 F911-AF, and A182 F911-AF is harder (320 HB vs 185 HB). A182 F911-ANN runs hotter in service (620°C vs 0°C continuous). On the shop floor, A182 F911-ANN machines more easily (fair vs poor) and A182 F911-ANN welds better (fair vs poor).

A182 F911-AFChoose it when strength drives the design.

A182 F911-ANNChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.

A182 F911-AF vs A182 F911-ANN: properties

A182 F911-AFA182 F911-ANN

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

900 MPa131 ksi
600 MPa87 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

650 MPa94.3 ksi
380 MPa55.1 ksi

Elongation at Break

15%
26%

Reduction in Area

45%
68%

Compressive Strength

660 MPa95.7 ksi
510 MPa74 ksi

Shear Strength

540 MPa78.3 ksi
420 MPa60.9 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

400 MPa58 ksi
320 MPa46.4 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

55 MPa·√m50.1 ksi·√in
130 MPa·√m118 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

20 J14.8 ft·lbf
100 J73.8 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

320 HB
185 HB

Hardness, Rockwell C

34 HRC
20 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

336 HV
236 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 215 GPa31.2 Msi · Shear Modulus 83 GPa12 Msi · Bulk Modulus 165 GPa23.9 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 7.77 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,420°C2,588 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,500°C2,732 °F

Thermal

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

Thermal Conductivity

25 W/m·K14.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F
26 W/m·K15 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

0°C32 °F
620°C1,148 °F

Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 10.9 µm/m·K6.1 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -30°C-22 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

2.8 % IACS
2.9 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

6.2×10⁻⁷ Ω·m24.4 µΩ·in
6×10⁻⁷ Ω·m23.6 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Corrosion Resistance

30 / 100
33 / 100

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.55 V

Manufacturability

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

Machinability

25 / 100
52 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

28%
58%

Weldability

20 / 100
40 / 100

Formability (cold)

10 / 100
35 / 100

Same in both: Brazeability / Solderability 30 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 34 MJ/kg14,617 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.6 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 60 L/kg7.2 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 25%

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 F911

A182 F911-AF vs A182 F911-ANN — frequently asked

Is A182 F911-AF stronger than A182 F911-ANN?

Yes. A182 F911-AF has a typical yield strength of 650 MPa (94.3 ksi) against 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) for A182 F911-ANN — about 71% more. Tensile strength is 900 MPa (131 ksi) vs 600 MPa (87 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, AF or ANN?

N+T is the default A182 F911 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither AF nor ANN). 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 F911-AF or A182 F911-ANN?

A182 F911-ANN. Its machinability rates fair (52/100) against poor (25/100) for A182 F911-AF; for welding the order is A182 F911-ANN first (fair, 40/100) then A182 F911-AF (poor, 20/100).

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in A182 F911-AF and A182 F911-ANN 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.