Steel GX23CrMoV12-1 +A vs GX23CrMoV12-1-AC
Steel · GX23CrMoV12-1 temper comparison
GX23CrMoV12-1 +A and GX23CrMoV12-1-AC are two conditions of the same steel grade, GX23CrMoV12-1: +A (annealed) versus AC (spheroidize annealed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. GX23CrMoV12-1-AC is the stronger of the two: yield strength 900 MPa (131 ksi) against 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) for GX23CrMoV12-1 +A, about 100% more; tensile strength follows at 1,200 MPa (174 ksi) vs 680 MPa (98.6 ksi). In exchange, GX23CrMoV12-1 +A is the more ductile: elongation 20% versus 5% for GX23CrMoV12-1-AC, and GX23CrMoV12-1-AC is harder (400 HB vs 205 HB). GX23CrMoV12-1 +A runs hotter in service (550°C vs 250°C continuous) and GX23CrMoV12-1 +A conducts heat better (25 W/m·K vs 22 W/m·K). On the shop floor, GX23CrMoV12-1 +A machines more easily (fair vs not recommended) and GX23CrMoV12-1 +A welds better (fair vs not recommended).
GX23CrMoV12-1 +AChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
GX23CrMoV12-1-ACChoose it when strength drives the design.
GX23CrMoV12-1 +A vs GX23CrMoV12-1-AC: 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.
GX23CrMoV12-1 +AGX23CrMoV12-1-AC
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
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 C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 83 GPa12 Msi · Bulk Modulus 170 GPa24.7 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.7 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,450°C2,642 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,505°C2,741 °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 460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 10.5 µm/m·K5.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °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) -0.3 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 60 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 30 / 100 · Polishability 62 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 33 MJ/kg14,187 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.5 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.
GX23CrMoV12-1 +A vs GX23CrMoV12-1-AC — frequently asked
Is GX23CrMoV12-1-AC stronger than GX23CrMoV12-1 +A?
Yes. GX23CrMoV12-1-AC has a typical yield strength of 900 MPa (131 ksi) against 450 MPa (65.3 ksi) for GX23CrMoV12-1 +A — about 100% more. Tensile strength is 1,200 MPa (174 ksi) vs 680 MPa (98.6 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +A or AC?
+QT1 is the default GX23CrMoV12-1 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither +A nor AC). 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, GX23CrMoV12-1 +A or GX23CrMoV12-1-AC?
GX23CrMoV12-1 +A. Its machinability rates fair (40/100) against not recommended (12/100) for GX23CrMoV12-1-AC; for welding the order is GX23CrMoV12-1 +A first (fair, 40/100) then GX23CrMoV12-1-AC (not recommended, 10/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in GX23CrMoV12-1 +A and GX23CrMoV12-1-AC 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.