Steel P245GH-AR vs P245GH-N
Steel · P245GH temper comparison
P245GH-AR and P245GH-N are two conditions of the same steel grade, P245GH: AR versus N (normalized). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. P245GH-AR is the stronger of the two: yield strength 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) against 285 MPa (41.3 ksi) for P245GH-N, about 5% more. In exchange, P245GH-N is the more ductile: elongation 30% versus 27% for P245GH-AR, and P245GH-AR is harder (138 HB vs 130 HB).
P245GH-ARChoose it when strength drives the design.
P245GH-NChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
P245GH-AR vs P245GH-N: 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
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 212 GPa30.7 Msi · Shear Modulus 81 GPa11.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3 · Reduction in Area 58% · Compressive Strength 285 MPa41.3 ksi · Shear Strength 275 MPa39.9 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 120 MPa·√m109 ksi·√in · Hardness, Vickers 137 HV
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 1,520°C2,768 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 50 W/m·K28.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 461 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.7 µm/m·K6.5 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 247 J/g106 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 11 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.6×10⁻⁷ Ω·m6.3 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.62 V · Corrosion Resistance 12 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Formability (cold)
Same in both: Machinability 62 / 100 · Weldability 92 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 65 / 100 · Polishability 45 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 25 MJ/kg10,748 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 1.9 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 40 L/kg4.8 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.
P245GH-AR vs P245GH-N — frequently asked
Is P245GH-AR stronger than P245GH-N?
Yes. P245GH-AR has a typical yield strength of 300 MPa (43.5 ksi) against 285 MPa (41.3 ksi) for P245GH-N — about 5% more. Tensile strength is 455 MPa (66 ksi) vs 440 MPa (63.8 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, AR or N?
N is the default P245GH 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 P245GH-AR over P245GH-N?
Pick P245GH-AR when strength drives the design. Pick P245GH-N when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in P245GH-AR and P245GH-N 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.