Steel A572 Annealed vs A572 Normalized
Steel · A572 temper comparison
A572 Annealed and A572 Normalized are two conditions of the same steel grade, A572: Annealed versus Normalized. The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. A572 Normalized is the stronger of the two: yield strength 365 MPa (52.9 ksi) against 290 MPa (42.1 ksi) for A572 Annealed, about 26% more; tensile strength follows at 490 MPa (71.1 ksi) vs 430 MPa (62.4 ksi). In exchange, A572 Annealed is the more ductile: elongation 28% versus 24% for A572 Normalized, and A572 Normalized is harder (150 HB vs 125 HB).
A572 AnnealedChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
A572 NormalizedChoose it when strength drives the design.
A572 Annealed vs A572 Normalized: 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
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 200 GPa29 Msi · Shear Modulus 77 GPa11.2 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) 1,425°C2,597 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,510°C2,750 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Min Service Temperature
Same in both: 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 270 J/g116 BTU/lb
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.61 V · Corrosion Resistance 12 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Weldability 85 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 60 / 100 · Polishability 45 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 25 MJ/kg10,748 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 45 L/kg5.4 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 35%
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.
A572 Annealed vs A572 Normalized — frequently asked
Is A572 Normalized stronger than A572 Annealed?
Yes. A572 Normalized has a typical yield strength of 365 MPa (52.9 ksi) against 290 MPa (42.1 ksi) for A572 Annealed — about 26% more. Tensile strength is 490 MPa (71.1 ksi) vs 430 MPa (62.4 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, Annealed or Normalized?
HR is the default A572 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither Annealed nor Normalized). 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, A572 Annealed or A572 Normalized?
A572 Annealed, by a small margin. Both rate good for machinability — 62/100 against 55/100 for A572 Normalized.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in A572 Annealed and A572 Normalized 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.