Steel A182 FR-N vs A182 FR Q+T
Steel · A182 FR temper comparison
A182 FR-N and A182 FR Q+T are two conditions of the same steel grade, A182 FR: N (normalized) versus Q+T (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. A182 FR Q+T is the stronger of the two: yield strength 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) against 330 MPa (47.9 ksi) for A182 FR-N, about 36% more; tensile strength follows at 585 MPa (84.8 ksi) vs 505 MPa (73.2 ksi). In exchange, A182 FR-N is the more ductile: elongation 27% versus 23% for A182 FR Q+T, and A182 FR Q+T is harder (185 HB vs 150 HB).
A182 FR-NChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
A182 FR Q+TChoose it when strength drives the design.
A182 FR-N vs A182 FR Q+T: 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
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
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
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 1,505°C2,741 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Min Service Temperature
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 40 W/m·K23.1 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.7 µm/m·K6.5 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 400°C752 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 7.5 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 2.3×10⁻⁷ Ω·m9.06 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.62 V · Corrosion Resistance 22 / 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: Brazeability / Solderability 50 / 100 · Polishability 50 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 26 MJ/kg11,178 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.1 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 40 L/kg4.8 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.
A182 FR-N vs A182 FR Q+T — frequently asked
Is A182 FR Q+T stronger than A182 FR-N?
Yes. A182 FR Q+T has a typical yield strength of 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) against 330 MPa (47.9 ksi) for A182 FR-N — about 36% more. Tensile strength is 585 MPa (84.8 ksi) vs 505 MPa (73.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, N or Q+T?
N+T is the default A182 FR condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither N 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 FR-N or A182 FR Q+T?
A182 FR-N. Its machinability rates good (60/100) against fair (53/100) for A182 FR Q+T.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in A182 FR-N and A182 FR 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.