Steel G17Mn5-F vs G17Mn5 +QT
Steel · G17Mn5 temper comparison
G17Mn5-F and G17Mn5 +QT are two conditions of the same steel grade, G17Mn5: F (as fabricated) versus +QT (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. G17Mn5 +QT is the stronger of the two: yield strength 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for G17Mn5-F, about 17% more; tensile strength follows at 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) vs 470 MPa (68.2 ksi). G17Mn5 +QT is the more ductile: elongation 28% versus 20% for G17Mn5-F. G17Mn5 +QT runs hotter in service (400°C vs 350°C continuous).
G17Mn5 +QTChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
G17Mn5-F vs G17Mn5 +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
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 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) 1,465°C2,669 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,515°C2,759 °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 470 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 · Min Service Temperature -40°C-40 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.61 V
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 72 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 60 / 100 · Polishability 45 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 24 MJ/kg10,318 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 45 L/kg5.4 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 85%
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.
G17Mn5-F vs G17Mn5 +QT — frequently asked
Is G17Mn5 +QT stronger than G17Mn5-F?
Yes. G17Mn5 +QT has a typical yield strength of 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) against 240 MPa (34.8 ksi) for G17Mn5-F — about 17% more. Tensile strength is 520 MPa (75.4 ksi) vs 470 MPa (68.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, F or +QT?
+QT is the default G17Mn5 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 welds better, G17Mn5-F or G17Mn5 +QT?
G17Mn5 +QT. Its weldability rates very good (82/100) against very good (75/100) for G17Mn5-F.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in G17Mn5-F and G17Mn5 +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.