Steel G20CrMo-CD vs G20CrMo-QT
Steel · G20CrMo temper comparison
G20CrMo-CD and G20CrMo-QT are two conditions of the same steel grade, G20CrMo: CD (cold drawn) versus QT (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. G20CrMo-QT is the stronger of the two: yield strength 730 MPa (106 ksi) against 600 MPa (87 ksi) for G20CrMo-CD, about 22% more; tensile strength follows at 950 MPa (138 ksi) vs 720 MPa (104 ksi). G20CrMo-QT is the more ductile: elongation 14% versus 12% for G20CrMo-CD, and G20CrMo-QT is harder (285 HB vs 215 HB). G20CrMo-QT runs hotter in service (450°C vs 400°C continuous). On the shop floor, G20CrMo-CD machines more easily (good vs fair).
G20CrMo-CDChoose it when the part is machined in volume.
G20CrMo-QTChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
G20CrMo-CD vs G20CrMo-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
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
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,425°C2,597 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,500°C2,732 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 42 W/m·K24.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12.3 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.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 7.8 % 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 11 / 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 35 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 65 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 30 MJ/kg12,898 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.3 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.
G20CrMo-CD vs G20CrMo-QT — frequently asked
Is G20CrMo-QT stronger than G20CrMo-CD?
Yes. G20CrMo-QT has a typical yield strength of 730 MPa (106 ksi) against 600 MPa (87 ksi) for G20CrMo-CD — about 22% more. Tensile strength is 950 MPa (138 ksi) vs 720 MPa (104 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CD or QT?
A is the default G20CrMo condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CD nor QT). 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, G20CrMo-CD or G20CrMo-QT?
G20CrMo-CD. Its machinability rates good (65/100) against fair (45/100) for G20CrMo-QT; for welding the order is G20CrMo-QT first (good, 65/100) then G20CrMo-CD (good, 60/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in G20CrMo-CD and G20CrMo-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.