Steel A27 Grade 60-30-A vs A27 Grade 60-30-N
Steel · A27 Grade 60-30 temper comparison
A27 Grade 60-30-A and A27 Grade 60-30-N are two conditions of the same steel grade, A27 Grade 60-30: A (solution annealed) versus N (normalized). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. A27 Grade 60-30-N is the stronger of the two: yield strength 260 MPa (37.7 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for A27 Grade 60-30-A, about 8% more; tensile strength follows at 485 MPa (70.3 ksi) vs 450 MPa (65.3 ksi).
A27 Grade 60-30-NChoose it when strength drives the design.
A27 Grade 60-30-A vs A27 Grade 60-30-N: 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.
A27 Grade 60-30-AA27 Grade 60-30-N
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 203 GPa29.4 Msi · Shear Modulus 78 GPa11.3 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Compressive Strength 260 MPa37.7 ksi · Shear Strength 320 MPa46.4 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 90 MPa·√m81.9 ksi·√in · Hardness, Vickers 138 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,425°C2,597 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,510°C2,750 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 50 W/m·K28.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 480 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.9 µm/m·K6.6 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 425°C797 °F · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 10 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.7×10⁻⁷ Ω·m6.69 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.61 V · Corrosion Resistance 10 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Same in both: Weldability 88 / 100 · Formability (cold) 25 / 100 · Castability 75 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 70 / 100 · Polishability 50 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 22 MJ/kg9,458 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 1.9 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 45 L/kg5.4 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 90%
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.
A27 Grade 60-30-A vs A27 Grade 60-30-N — frequently asked
Is A27 Grade 60-30-N stronger than A27 Grade 60-30-A?
Yes. A27 Grade 60-30-N has a typical yield strength of 260 MPa (37.7 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for A27 Grade 60-30-A — about 8% more. Tensile strength is 485 MPa (70.3 ksi) vs 450 MPa (65.3 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, A or N?
N is the default A27 Grade 60-30 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.
When should I choose A27 Grade 60-30-A over A27 Grade 60-30-N?
Pick A27 Grade 60-30-N when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in A27 Grade 60-30-A and A27 Grade 60-30-N 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.