Steel ASP 2030 vs Böhler S390
Steel · grade comparison
Steel ASP 2030 and Böhler S390 are both steel grades. Böhler S390 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 700 MPa (102 ksi) against 600 MPa (87 ksi) for ASP 2030, about 17% more; tensile strength follows at 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) vs 950 MPa (138 ksi). In exchange, ASP 2030 is the more ductile: elongation 12% versus 10% for Böhler S390, and ASP 2030 is harder (65 HRC vs 31 HRC). Böhler S390 runs hotter in service (500°C vs 300°C continuous).
ASP 2030Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Böhler S390Choose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
ASP 2030 vs Böhler S390: 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.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Shear Modulus
Bulk Modulus
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Compressive Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Hardness, Rockwell C
Shear Strength
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Reduction in Area 20% · Hardness, Brinell 300 HB · Hardness, Vickers 315 HV
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Melting Point (Solidus)
Same in both: Density 8 g/cm³0.29 lb/in³ · Liquidus Temperature 1,420°C2,588 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 24 W/m·K13.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 420 J/kg·K0.1 BTU/lb·°F · Min Service Temperature -60°C-76 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Resistivity
Electrical Conductivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Corrosion Resistance 15 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Brazeability / Solderability
Same in both: Weldability 20 / 100 · Polishability 80 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Water
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 70 MJ/kg30,095 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 5.5 kg CO₂/kg · Typical Recycled Content 25%
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Shock Resistance Index
Same in both: Thermal Diffusivity 7.1 mm²/s
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.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | ASP 2030 | Böhler S390 |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
Both take the same 9 finishes: Copper Plating, Electroless Nickel (EN), Epoxy Coating, Gold Plating, Hard Chrome Plating, Manganese Phosphate, Plasma Spray, Silver Plating, Zinc Phosphate.
ASP 2030 vs Böhler S390 — frequently asked
Is Böhler S390 stronger than ASP 2030?
Yes. Böhler S390 has a typical yield strength of 700 MPa (102 ksi) against 600 MPa (87 ksi) for ASP 2030 — about 17% more. Tensile strength is 1,000 MPa (145 ksi) vs 950 MPa (138 ksi).
Which is cheaper, ASP 2030 or Böhler S390?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
When should I choose ASP 2030 over Böhler S390?
Pick ASP 2030 when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick Böhler S390 when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in ASP 2030 and Böhler S390 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.