Steel Supermalloy-CD vs Supermalloy-M
Steel · Supermalloy temper comparison
Supermalloy-CD and Supermalloy-M are two conditions of the same steel grade, Supermalloy: CD (cold drawn) versus M (thermomechanically controlled processed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Supermalloy-CD is the stronger of the two: yield strength 780 MPa (113 ksi) against 230 MPa (33.4 ksi) for Supermalloy-M, about 3.4 times as much; tensile strength follows at 880 MPa (128 ksi) vs 560 MPa (81.2 ksi). In exchange, Supermalloy-M is the more ductile: elongation 40% versus 6% for Supermalloy-CD, and Supermalloy-CD is harder (212 HB vs 115 HB). Supermalloy-M runs hotter in service (400°C vs 250°C continuous). On the shop floor, Supermalloy-M welds better (good vs fair).
Supermalloy-CDChoose it when strength drives the design.
Supermalloy-MChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
Supermalloy-CD vs Supermalloy-M: 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
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 175 GPa25.4 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.31
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 8.77 g/cm³0.32 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,400°C2,552 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,450°C2,642 °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 460 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 290 J/g125 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °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) -0.2 V · Corrosion Resistance 45 / 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: Castability 40 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 65 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 135 MJ/kg58,040 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 10.5 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 200 L/kg24 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.
Supermalloy-CD vs Supermalloy-M — frequently asked
Is Supermalloy-CD stronger than Supermalloy-M?
Yes. Supermalloy-CD has a typical yield strength of 780 MPa (113 ksi) against 230 MPa (33.4 ksi) for Supermalloy-M — about 3.4 times as much. Tensile strength is 880 MPa (128 ksi) vs 560 MPa (81.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, CD or M?
M is the default Supermalloy condition in the FabDigit quote flow. 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, Supermalloy-CD or Supermalloy-M?
Supermalloy-CD. Its machinability rates fair (35/100) against poor (28/100) for Supermalloy-M; for welding the order is Supermalloy-M first (good, 60/100) then Supermalloy-CD (fair, 50/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Supermalloy-CD and Supermalloy-M 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.