Steel C35RC +A vs C35RC +QT
Steel · C35RC temper comparison
C35RC +A and C35RC +QT are two conditions of the same steel grade, C35RC: +A (annealed) versus +QT (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. C35RC +QT is the stronger of the two: yield strength 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) against 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) for C35RC +A, about 40% more; tensile strength follows at 660 MPa (95.7 ksi) vs 530 MPa (76.9 ksi). In exchange, C35RC +A is the more ductile: elongation 24% versus 19% for C35RC +QT, and C35RC +QT is harder (200 HB vs 155 HB). On the shop floor, C35RC +A welds better (good vs fair).
C35RC +AChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when it will be welded.
C35RC +QTChoose it when strength drives the design.
C35RC +A vs C35RC +QT: 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
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 205 GPa29.7 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Compressive Strength 300 MPa43.5 ksi · Shear Strength 340 MPa49.3 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 1,495°C2,723 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 477 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 247 J/g106 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 400°C752 °F · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
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) -0.63 V · Corrosion Resistance 10 / 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 65 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 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 60 L/kg7.2 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 28%
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.
C35RC +A vs C35RC +QT — frequently asked
Is C35RC +QT stronger than C35RC +A?
Yes. C35RC +QT has a typical yield strength of 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) against 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) for C35RC +A — about 40% more. Tensile strength is 660 MPa (95.7 ksi) vs 530 MPa (76.9 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +A or +QT?
+AC is the default C35RC condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither +A nor +QT). 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, C35RC +A or C35RC +QT?
C35RC +A. Its weldability rates good (58/100) against fair (45/100) for C35RC +QT.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in C35RC +A and C35RC +QT 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.