Steel A572 Gr 50-CD vs A572 Gr 50 Normalized
Steel · A572 Gr 50 temper comparison
A572 Gr 50-CD and A572 Gr 50 Normalized are two conditions of the same steel grade, A572 Gr 50: CD (cold drawn) versus Normalized. The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. A572 Gr 50-CD is the stronger of the two: yield strength 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) against 370 MPa (53.7 ksi) for A572 Gr 50 Normalized, about 27% more; tensile strength follows at 570 MPa (82.7 ksi) vs 500 MPa (72.5 ksi). In exchange, A572 Gr 50 Normalized is the more ductile: elongation 24% versus 13% for A572 Gr 50-CD, and A572 Gr 50-CD is harder (175 HB vs 150 HB).
A572 Gr 50-CDChoose it when strength drives the design.
A572 Gr 50 NormalizedChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
A572 Gr 50-CD vs A572 Gr 50 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.
A572 Gr 50-CDA572 Gr 50 Normalized
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)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 200 GPa29 Msi · Shear Modulus 79 GPa11.5 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Compressive Strength 380 MPa55.1 ksi · Shear Strength 290 MPa42.1 ksi
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.
Min Service Temperature
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 50 W/m·K28.9 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 8.6 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 2×10⁻⁷ Ω·m7.87 µΩ·in
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 %)
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Same in both: 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) 1.9 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 45 L/kg5.4 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 40%
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 Gr 50-CD vs A572 Gr 50 Normalized — frequently asked
Is A572 Gr 50-CD stronger than A572 Gr 50 Normalized?
Yes. A572 Gr 50-CD has a typical yield strength of 470 MPa (68.2 ksi) against 370 MPa (53.7 ksi) for A572 Gr 50 Normalized — about 27% more. Tensile strength is 570 MPa (82.7 ksi) vs 500 MPa (72.5 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CD or Normalized?
HR is the default A572 Gr 50 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CD 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 welds better, A572 Gr 50-CD or A572 Gr 50 Normalized?
A572 Gr 50 Normalized. Its weldability rates excellent (85/100) against very good (78/100) for A572 Gr 50-CD.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in A572 Gr 50-CD and A572 Gr 50 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.