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Steel A182 F911-ANN vs A182 F911 Q+T

Steel · A182 F911 temper comparison

A182 F911-ANN and A182 F911 Q+T are two conditions of the same steel grade, A182 F911: ANN (annealed) versus Q+T (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. A182 F911 Q+T is the stronger of the two: yield strength 540 MPa (78.3 ksi) against 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) for A182 F911-ANN, about 42% more; tensile strength follows at 730 MPa (106 ksi) vs 600 MPa (87 ksi). In exchange, A182 F911-ANN is the more ductile: elongation 26% versus 21% for A182 F911 Q+T, and A182 F911 Q+T is harder (235 HB vs 185 HB). On the shop floor, A182 F911-ANN machines more easily (52 vs 37 out of 100).

A182 F911-ANNChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.

A182 F911 Q+TChoose it when strength drives the design.

A182 F911-ANN vs A182 F911 Q+T: properties

A182 F911-ANNA182 F911 Q+T

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

600 MPa87 ksi
730 MPa106 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

380 MPa55.1 ksi
540 MPa78.3 ksi

Elongation at Break

26%
21%

Reduction in Area

68%
60%

Compressive Strength

510 MPa74 ksi
545 MPa79 ksi

Shear Strength

420 MPa60.9 ksi
440 MPa63.8 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

320 MPa46.4 ksi
335 MPa48.6 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

130 MPa·√m118 ksi·√in
135 MPa·√m123 ksi·√in

Hardness, Brinell

185 HB
235 HB

Hardness, Rockwell C

20 HRC
22 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

236 HV
248 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 · Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT) 100 J73.8 ft·lbf

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.

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 26 W/m·K15 BTU/hr·ft·°F · 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 · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 620°C1,148 °F · Min Service Temperature -30°C-22 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 2.9 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 6×10⁻⁷ Ω·m23.6 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.55 V · Corrosion Resistance 33 / 100

Manufacturability

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

Machinability

52 / 100
37 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

58%
40%

Weldability

40 / 100
38 / 100

Formability (cold)

35 / 100
22 / 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-ANN vs A182 F911 Q+T — frequently asked

Is A182 F911 Q+T stronger than A182 F911-ANN?

Yes. A182 F911 Q+T has a typical yield strength of 540 MPa (78.3 ksi) against 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) for A182 F911-ANN — about 42% more. Tensile strength is 730 MPa (106 ksi) vs 600 MPa (87 ksi).

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

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

A182 F911-ANN, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 52/100 against 37/100 for A182 F911 Q+T.

Ready to make it?

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