Steel SNCM625-A vs SNCM625-HR
Steel · SNCM625 temper comparison
SNCM625-A and SNCM625-HR are two conditions of the same steel grade, SNCM625: A (solution annealed) versus HR (hot rolled). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. SNCM625-HR is the stronger of the two: yield strength 570 MPa (82.7 ksi) against 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) for SNCM625-A, about 19% more; tensile strength follows at 880 MPa (128 ksi) vs 730 MPa (106 ksi). In exchange, SNCM625-A is the more ductile: elongation 22% versus 16% for SNCM625-HR, and SNCM625-HR is harder (255 HB vs 215 HB). On the shop floor, SNCM625-A machines more easily (good vs fair).
SNCM625-AChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
SNCM625-HRChoose it when strength drives the design.
SNCM625-A vs SNCM625-HR: 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 206 GPa29.9 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) 1,425°C2,597 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,495°C2,723 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 470 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 260 J/g112 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 400°C752 °F · Min Service Temperature -60°C-76 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.6 V · Corrosion Resistance 13 / 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 45 / 100 · Polishability 65 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 34 MJ/kg14,617 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.4 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 60 L/kg7.2 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.
SNCM625-A vs SNCM625-HR — frequently asked
Is SNCM625-HR stronger than SNCM625-A?
Yes. SNCM625-HR has a typical yield strength of 570 MPa (82.7 ksi) against 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) for SNCM625-A — about 19% more. Tensile strength is 880 MPa (128 ksi) vs 730 MPa (106 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, A or HR?
QT is the default SNCM625 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither A nor HR). 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, SNCM625-A or SNCM625-HR?
SNCM625-A. Its machinability rates good (58/100) against fair (47/100) for SNCM625-HR.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in SNCM625-A and SNCM625-HR 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.