Steel SUJ5-HR vs SUJ5 QT58-62
Steel · SUJ5 temper comparison
SUJ5-HR and SUJ5 QT58-62 are two conditions of the same steel grade, SUJ5: HR (hot rolled) versus QT58-62 (through hardened & tempered 58–62 HRC). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. SUJ5 QT58-62 is the stronger of the two: yield strength 1,750 MPa (254 ksi) against 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) for SUJ5-HR, about 3.1 times as much; tensile strength follows at 2,150 MPa (312 ksi) vs 950 MPa (138 ksi). In exchange, SUJ5-HR is the more ductile: elongation 12% versus 1% for SUJ5 QT58-62, and SUJ5-HR is harder (300 HB vs 197 HB). SUJ5-HR runs hotter in service (180°C vs 150°C continuous) and SUJ5-HR conducts heat better (42 W/m·K vs 34 W/m·K). On the shop floor, SUJ5-HR machines more easily (poor vs not recommended).
SUJ5-HRChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
SUJ5 QT58-62Choose it when strength drives the design.
SUJ5-HR vs SUJ5 QT58-62: 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)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Hardness, Rockwell B 92 HRB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.81 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,400°C2,552 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,455°C2,651 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12.5 µm/m·K6.9 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -40°C-40 °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 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)
Polishability
Same in both: Castability 25 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 30 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 32 MJ/kg13,758 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.4 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 60 L/kg7.2 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.
SUJ5-HR vs SUJ5 QT58-62 — frequently asked
Is SUJ5 QT58-62 stronger than SUJ5-HR?
Yes. SUJ5 QT58-62 has a typical yield strength of 1,750 MPa (254 ksi) against 560 MPa (81.2 ksi) for SUJ5-HR — about 3.1 times as much. Tensile strength is 2,150 MPa (312 ksi) vs 950 MPa (138 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, HR or QT58-62?
ANN is the default SUJ5 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither HR nor QT58-62). 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, SUJ5-HR or SUJ5 QT58-62?
SUJ5-HR. Its machinability rates poor (20/100) against not recommended (5/100) for SUJ5 QT58-62.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in SUJ5-HR and SUJ5 QT58-62 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.