Steel E6011-AW vs E6011-SR
Steel · E6011 temper comparison
E6011-AW and E6011-SR are two conditions of the same steel grade, E6011: AW (as-welded deposit) versus SR (stress relieved). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. E6011-AW is the stronger of the two: yield strength 400 MPa (58 ksi) against 360 MPa (52.2 ksi) for E6011-SR, about 11% more; tensile strength follows at 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) vs 455 MPa (66 ksi). In exchange, E6011-SR is the more ductile: elongation 30% versus 26% for E6011-AW, and E6011-AW is harder (160 HB vs 145 HB).
E6011-AWChoose it when strength drives the design.
E6011-SRChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
E6011-AW vs E6011-SR: 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
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,460°C2,660 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,510°C2,750 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 480 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 · Min Service Temperature -29°C-20 °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) -0.65 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 %)
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Weldability 85 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 70 / 100 · Polishability 40 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 32 MJ/kg13,758 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.4 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 60 L/kg7.2 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.
E6011-AW vs E6011-SR — frequently asked
Is E6011-AW stronger than E6011-SR?
Yes. E6011-AW has a typical yield strength of 400 MPa (58 ksi) against 360 MPa (52.2 ksi) for E6011-SR — about 11% more. Tensile strength is 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) vs 455 MPa (66 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, AW or SR?
AW is the default E6011 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, E6011-AW or E6011-SR?
E6011-SR, by a small margin. Both rate good for machinability — 60/100 against 55/100 for E6011-AW.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in E6011-AW and E6011-SR 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.