Steel A369 FP91-AF vs A369 FP91-N
Steel · A369 FP91 temper comparison
A369 FP91-AF and A369 FP91-N are two conditions of the same steel grade, A369 FP91: AF (as-forged / as-bored, prior to final heat treatment) versus N (normalized). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. A369 FP91-N is the stronger of the two: yield strength 900 MPa (131 ksi) against 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) for A369 FP91-AF, about 64% more; tensile strength follows at 1,250 MPa (181 ksi) vs 800 MPa (116 ksi). In exchange, A369 FP91-AF is the more ductile: elongation 16% versus 10% for A369 FP91-N, and A369 FP91-N is harder (400 HB vs 260 HB). On the shop floor, A369 FP91-AF machines more easily (30 vs 15 out of 100) and A369 FP91-AF welds better (25 vs 15 out of 100).
A369 FP91-AFChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
A369 FP91-NChoose it when strength drives the design.
A369 FP91-AF vs A369 FP91-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.
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 C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 218 GPa31.6 Msi · Shear Modulus 84 GPa12.2 Msi · Bulk Modulus 180 GPa26.1 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.77 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,450°C2,642 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,500°C2,732 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 480 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 10.8 µm/m·K6 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 600°C1,112 °F · Min Service Temperature -30°C-22 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.58 V
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: Castability 45 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 35 / 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) 2.5 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.
A369 FP91-AF vs A369 FP91-N — frequently asked
Is A369 FP91-N stronger than A369 FP91-AF?
Yes. A369 FP91-N has a typical yield strength of 900 MPa (131 ksi) against 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) for A369 FP91-AF — about 64% more. Tensile strength is 1,250 MPa (181 ksi) vs 800 MPa (116 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, AF or N?
N+T is the default A369 FP91 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither AF nor N). 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, A369 FP91-AF or A369 FP91-N?
A369 FP91-AF, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 30/100 against 15/100 for A369 FP91-N; for welding the order is A369 FP91-AF first (poor, 25/100) then A369 FP91-N (poor, 15/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in A369 FP91-AF and A369 FP91-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.