Steel C10E2C-CH vs C10E2C +U
Steel · C10E2C temper comparison
C10E2C-CH and C10E2C +U are two conditions of the same steel grade, C10E2C: CH (carburized and hardened) versus +U (hot rolled). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C10E2C-CH is the stronger of the two: yield strength 360 MPa (52.2 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for C10E2C +U, about 50% more; tensile strength follows at 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) vs 380 MPa (55.1 ksi). In exchange, C10E2C +U is the more ductile: elongation 30% versus 12% for C10E2C-CH, and C10E2C-CH is harder (170 HB vs 110 HB). C10E2C +U runs hotter in service (350°C vs 180°C continuous). On the shop floor, C10E2C +U machines more easily (fair vs poor) and C10E2C +U welds better (excellent vs fair).
C10E2C-CHChoose it when strength drives the design.
C10E2C +UChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
C10E2C-CH vs C10E2C +U: 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
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 205 GPa29.7 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Compressive Strength 360 MPa52.2 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 130 MPa·√m118 ksi·√in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,495°C2,723 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,525°C2,777 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 51 W/m·K29.5 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.8 µm/m·K6.6 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 247 J/g106 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -30°C-22 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 11.5 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.5×10⁻⁷ Ω·m5.91 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.61 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: Brazeability / Solderability 75 / 100 · Polishability 50 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 25 MJ/kg10,748 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.1 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.
C10E2C-CH vs C10E2C +U — frequently asked
Is C10E2C-CH stronger than C10E2C +U?
Yes. C10E2C-CH has a typical yield strength of 360 MPa (52.2 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for C10E2C +U — about 50% more. Tensile strength is 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) vs 380 MPa (55.1 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CH or +U?
+AC+C is the default C10E2C condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CH nor +U). 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, C10E2C-CH or C10E2C +U?
C10E2C +U. Its machinability rates fair (45/100) against poor (15/100) for C10E2C-CH; for welding the order is C10E2C +U first (excellent, 95/100) then C10E2C-CH (fair, 40/100).
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C10E2C-CH and C10E2C +U 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.