Steel E195 +C vs E195 +U
Steel · E195 temper comparison
E195 +C and E195 +U are two conditions of the same steel grade, E195: +C (cold drawn) versus +U (hot rolled). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. E195 +C is the stronger of the two: yield strength 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) against 225 MPa (32.6 ksi) for E195 +U, about 69% more; tensile strength follows at 460 MPa (66.7 ksi) vs 360 MPa (52.2 ksi). In exchange, E195 +U is the more ductile: elongation 28% versus 10% for E195 +C, and E195 +C is harder (145 HB vs 110 HB). On the shop floor, E195 +C machines more easily (very good vs good).
E195 +CChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is machined in volume.
E195 +UChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
E195 +C vs E195 +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
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 81 GPa11.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Compressive Strength 230 MPa33.4 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.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 52 W/m·K30 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12 µm/m·K6.7 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 350°C662 °F · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °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).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.61 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: Castability 40 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 80 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 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 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 50 L/kg6 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 30%
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.
E195 +C vs E195 +U — frequently asked
Is E195 +C stronger than E195 +U?
Yes. E195 +C has a typical yield strength of 380 MPa (55.1 ksi) against 225 MPa (32.6 ksi) for E195 +U — about 69% more. Tensile strength is 460 MPa (66.7 ksi) vs 360 MPa (52.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +C or +U?
+N is the default E195 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither +C 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, E195 +C or E195 +U?
E195 +C. Its machinability rates very good (70/100) against good (58/100) for E195 +U; for welding the order is E195 +U first (excellent, 95/100) then E195 +C (excellent, 90/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in E195 +C and E195 +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.