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Steel G17CrMo9-10 +NT vs G17CrMo9-10 +QT

Steel · G17CrMo9-10 temper comparison

G17CrMo9-10 +NT and G17CrMo9-10 +QT are two conditions of the same steel grade, G17CrMo9-10: +NT (normalized and tempered) versus +QT (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. G17CrMo9-10 +QT is the stronger of the two: yield strength 340 MPa (49.3 ksi) against 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) for G17CrMo9-10 +NT, about 6% more; tensile strength follows at 570 MPa (82.7 ksi) vs 540 MPa (78.3 ksi). G17CrMo9-10 +QT is harder — 180 HB against 170 HB for G17CrMo9-10 +NT — which matters for wear surfaces and threads.

G17CrMo9-10 +QTChoose it when strength drives the design, or when surface hardness matters.

G17CrMo9-10 +NT vs G17CrMo9-10 +QT: properties

G17CrMo9-10 +NTG17CrMo9-10 +QT

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

540 MPa78.3 ksi
570 MPa82.7 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

320 MPa46.4 ksi
340 MPa49.3 ksi

Elongation at Break

24%
22%

Compressive Strength

320 MPa46.4 ksi
340 MPa49.3 ksi

Shear Strength

380 MPa55.1 ksi
400 MPa58 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

230 MPa33.4 ksi
245 MPa35.5 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

115 MPa·√m105 ksi·√in
125 MPa·√m114 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

60 J44.3 ft·lbf
70 J51.6 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

170 HB
180 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

86 HRB
89 HRB

Hardness, Vickers

179 HV
189 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 81 GPa11.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 165 GPa23.9 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Reduction in Area 45%

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,450°C2,642 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,510°C2,750 °F

Thermal

How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 37 W/m·K21.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 465 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12.2 µm/m·K6.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 550°C1,022 °F · Min Service Temperature -29°C-20 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 8 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 2.2×10⁻⁷ Ω·m8.66 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.6 V · Corrosion Resistance 22 / 100

Manufacturability

FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.

Machinability

53 / 100
50 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

58%
55%

Weldability

57 / 100
55 / 100

Formability (cold)

22 / 100
20 / 100

Same in both: Castability 65 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 40 / 100 · Polishability 45 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 33 MJ/kg14,187 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.4 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 60 L/kg7.2 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 70%

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.

2005001,0002,0007.588.5Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scaleG17CrMo9-10

G17CrMo9-10 +NT vs G17CrMo9-10 +QT — frequently asked

Is G17CrMo9-10 +QT stronger than G17CrMo9-10 +NT?

Yes. G17CrMo9-10 +QT has a typical yield strength of 340 MPa (49.3 ksi) against 320 MPa (46.4 ksi) for G17CrMo9-10 +NT — about 6% more. Tensile strength is 570 MPa (82.7 ksi) vs 540 MPa (78.3 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +NT or +QT?

+QT is the default G17CrMo9-10 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.

When should I choose G17CrMo9-10 +NT over G17CrMo9-10 +QT?

Pick G17CrMo9-10 +QT when strength drives the design, or when surface hardness matters.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in G17CrMo9-10 +NT and G17CrMo9-10 +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.