Steel Q355NH-CR vs Q355NH TMCP
Steel · Q355NH temper comparison
Q355NH-CR and Q355NH TMCP are two conditions of the same steel grade, Q355NH: CR (cold rolled) versus TMCP (thermomechanically controlled processed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Q355NH-CR is the stronger of the two: yield strength 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) against 410 MPa (59.5 ksi) for Q355NH TMCP, about 17% more; tensile strength follows at 600 MPa (87 ksi) vs 550 MPa (79.8 ksi). In exchange, Q355NH TMCP is the more ductile: elongation 27% versus 18% for Q355NH-CR, and Q355NH-CR is harder (190 HB vs 170 HB). On the shop floor, Q355NH TMCP welds better (excellent vs very good).
Q355NH-CRChoose it when strength drives the design.
Q355NH TMCPChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when it will be welded.
Q355NH-CR vs Q355NH TMCP: 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.
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 B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 79 GPa11.5 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 1,505°C2,741 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 44 W/m·K25.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12 µm/m·K6.7 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -40°C-40 °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 32 / 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: Brazeability / Solderability 50 / 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) 2.1 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 45 L/kg5.4 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.
Q355NH-CR vs Q355NH TMCP — frequently asked
Is Q355NH-CR stronger than Q355NH TMCP?
Yes. Q355NH-CR has a typical yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) against 410 MPa (59.5 ksi) for Q355NH TMCP — about 17% more. Tensile strength is 600 MPa (87 ksi) vs 550 MPa (79.8 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CR or TMCP?
HR is the default Q355NH condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CR nor TMCP). 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, Q355NH-CR or Q355NH TMCP?
Q355NH TMCP. Its weldability rates excellent (88/100) against very good (78/100) for Q355NH-CR.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Q355NH-CR and Q355NH TMCP 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.