Steel SCM440-CR vs SCM440 Normalized
Steel · SCM440 temper comparison
SCM440-CR and SCM440 Normalized are two conditions of the same steel grade, SCM440: CR (cold rolled) versus Normalized. The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. SCM440 Normalized is the stronger of the two: yield strength 655 MPa (95 ksi) against 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) for SCM440-CR, about 19% more; tensile strength follows at 1,020 MPa (148 ksi) vs 750 MPa (109 ksi). SCM440 Normalized is the more ductile: elongation 17.5% versus 13% for SCM440-CR, and SCM440 Normalized is harder (302 HB vs 217 HB). On the shop floor, SCM440-CR machines more easily (good vs fair).
SCM440-CRChoose it when the part is machined in volume.
SCM440 NormalizedChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
SCM440-CR vs SCM440 Normalized: 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 C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 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) 1,416°C2,581 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,465°C2,669 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: 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 247 J/g106 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 400°C752 °F · 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 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 55 / 100 · Polishability 65 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 29 MJ/kg12,468 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.1 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 55 L/kg6.6 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.
SCM440-CR vs SCM440 Normalized — frequently asked
Is SCM440 Normalized stronger than SCM440-CR?
Yes. SCM440 Normalized has a typical yield strength of 655 MPa (95 ksi) against 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) for SCM440-CR — about 19% more. Tensile strength is 1,020 MPa (148 ksi) vs 750 MPa (109 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CR or Normalized?
HR is the default SCM440 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither CR nor Normalized). 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, SCM440-CR or SCM440 Normalized?
SCM440-CR. Its machinability rates good (60/100) against fair (50/100) for SCM440 Normalized; for welding the order is SCM440-CR first (fair, 45/100) then SCM440 Normalized (fair, 40/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in SCM440-CR and SCM440 Normalized 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.