Steel CPM S30V Annealed vs CPM S30V Q&T
Steel · CPM S30V temper comparison
CPM S30V Annealed and CPM S30V Q&T are two conditions of the same steel grade, CPM S30V: Annealed versus Q&T (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. CPM S30V Q&T is the stronger of the two: yield strength 1,800 MPa (261 ksi) against 700 MPa (102 ksi) for CPM S30V Annealed, about 157% more; tensile strength follows at 2,050 MPa (297 ksi) vs 950 MPa (138 ksi). In exchange, CPM S30V Annealed is the more ductile: elongation 8% versus 1% for CPM S30V Q&T, and CPM S30V Q&T is harder (60 HRC vs 23 HRC). CPM S30V Annealed runs hotter in service (400°C vs 250°C continuous). On the shop floor, CPM S30V Annealed machines more easily (poor vs not recommended).
CPM S30V AnnealedChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
CPM S30V Q&TChoose it when strength drives the design.
CPM S30V Annealed vs CPM S30V Q&T: 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
Compressive Strength
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 221 GPa32.1 Msi · Shear Modulus 85 GPa12.3 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.28 · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 24 MPa·√m21.8 ksi·√in · Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT) 20 J14.8 ft·lbf · Hardness, Brinell 240 HB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.44 g/cm³0.27 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,400°C2,552 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,450°C2,642 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 20 W/m·K11.6 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 10.4 µm/m·K5.8 µin/in·°F · Min Service Temperature -70°C-94 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 6.5×10⁻⁷ Ω·m25.6 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 20% · Weldability 10 / 100 · Formability (cold) 12 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 70 MJ/kg30,095 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 5.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 100 L/kg12 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.
CPM S30V Annealed vs CPM S30V Q&T — frequently asked
Is CPM S30V Q&T stronger than CPM S30V Annealed?
Yes. CPM S30V Q&T has a typical yield strength of 1,800 MPa (261 ksi) against 700 MPa (102 ksi) for CPM S30V Annealed — about 157% more. Tensile strength is 2,050 MPa (297 ksi) vs 950 MPa (138 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, Annealed or Q&T?
Annealed is the default CPM S30V condition in the FabDigit quote flow. 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, CPM S30V Annealed or CPM S30V Q&T?
CPM S30V Annealed. Its machinability rates poor (20/100) against not recommended (6/100) for CPM S30V Q&T.
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in CPM S30V Annealed and CPM S30V Q&T 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.