Steel A516 Gr 60 N&T vs A516 Gr 60 Q&T
Steel · A516 Gr 60 temper comparison
A516 Gr 60 N&T and A516 Gr 60 Q&T are two conditions of the same steel grade, A516 Gr 60: N&T (normalized and tempered) versus Q&T (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. A516 Gr 60 Q&T is the stronger of the two: yield strength 370 MPa (53.7 ksi) against 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) for A516 Gr 60 N&T, about 35% more; tensile strength follows at 515 MPa (74.7 ksi) vs 460 MPa (66.7 ksi). In exchange, A516 Gr 60 N&T is the more ductile: elongation 30% versus 25% for A516 Gr 60 Q&T, and A516 Gr 60 Q&T is harder (160 HB vs 130 HB).
A516 Gr 60 N&TChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
A516 Gr 60 Q&TChoose it when strength drives the design.
A516 Gr 60 N&T vs A516 Gr 60 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
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 203 GPa29.4 Msi · Shear Modulus 79 GPa11.5 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Reduction in Area 62% · Compressive Strength 265 MPa38.4 ksi · Shear Strength 290 MPa42.1 ksi · Hardness, Vickers 137 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,490°C2,714 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,520°C2,768 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 52 W/m·K30 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 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 -46°C-51 °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) -0.65 V · Corrosion Resistance 10 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Machinability 65 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 60 / 100 · Polishability 40 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 25 MJ/kg10,748 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 1.9 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 40 L/kg4.8 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.
A516 Gr 60 N&T vs A516 Gr 60 Q&T — frequently asked
Is A516 Gr 60 Q&T stronger than A516 Gr 60 N&T?
Yes. A516 Gr 60 Q&T has a typical yield strength of 370 MPa (53.7 ksi) against 275 MPa (39.9 ksi) for A516 Gr 60 N&T — about 35% more. Tensile strength is 515 MPa (74.7 ksi) vs 460 MPa (66.7 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, N&T or Q&T?
HR is the default A516 Gr 60 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither N&T 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.
When should I choose A516 Gr 60 N&T over A516 Gr 60 Q&T?
Pick A516 Gr 60 N&T when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick A516 Gr 60 Q&T when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in A516 Gr 60 N&T and A516 Gr 60 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.