Steel SCM415 Normalized vs SCM415 Q&T
Steel · SCM415 temper comparison
SCM415 Normalized and SCM415 Q&T are two conditions of the same steel grade, SCM415: Normalized versus Q&T (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. SCM415 Q&T is the stronger of the two: yield strength 700 MPa (102 ksi) against 440 MPa (63.8 ksi) for SCM415 Normalized, about 59% more; tensile strength follows at 880 MPa (128 ksi) vs 630 MPa (91.4 ksi). In exchange, SCM415 Normalized is the more ductile: elongation 23% versus 18% for SCM415 Q&T, and SCM415 Q&T is harder (262 HB vs 180 HB). On the shop floor, SCM415 Normalized machines more easily (good vs fair) and SCM415 Normalized welds better (good vs fair).
SCM415 NormalizedChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
SCM415 Q&TChoose it when strength drives the design.
SCM415 Normalized vs SCM415 Q&T: 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, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 206 GPa29.9 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Hardness, Rockwell B 89 HRB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,430°C2,606 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,510°C2,750 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 44 W/m·K25.4 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 473 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 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 400°C752 °F · Min Service Temperature -50°C-58 °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) -0.61 V · Corrosion Resistance 12 / 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 65 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 27 MJ/kg11,608 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.1 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 50 L/kg6 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 30%
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.
SCM415 Normalized vs SCM415 Q&T — frequently asked
Is SCM415 Q&T stronger than SCM415 Normalized?
Yes. SCM415 Q&T has a typical yield strength of 700 MPa (102 ksi) against 440 MPa (63.8 ksi) for SCM415 Normalized — about 59% more. Tensile strength is 880 MPa (128 ksi) vs 630 MPa (91.4 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, Normalized or Q&T?
HR is the default SCM415 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither Normalized nor Q&T). 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, SCM415 Normalized or SCM415 Q&T?
SCM415 Normalized. Its machinability rates good (60/100) against fair (45/100) for SCM415 Q&T; for welding the order is SCM415 Normalized first (good, 58/100) then SCM415 Q&T (fair, 40/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in SCM415 Normalized and SCM415 Q&T 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.