Steel X16CrMo5-1 +A vs X16CrMo5-1 +QT
Steel · X16CrMo5-1 temper comparison
X16CrMo5-1 +A and X16CrMo5-1 +QT are two conditions of the same steel grade, X16CrMo5-1: +A (annealed) versus +QT (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. X16CrMo5-1 +QT is the stronger of the two: yield strength 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) against 330 MPa (47.9 ksi) for X16CrMo5-1 +A, about 88% more; tensile strength follows at 820 MPa (119 ksi) vs 560 MPa (81.2 ksi). In exchange, X16CrMo5-1 +A is the more ductile: elongation 24% versus 17% for X16CrMo5-1 +QT, and X16CrMo5-1 +QT is harder (250 HB vs 170 HB). On the shop floor, X16CrMo5-1 +A machines more easily (52 vs 35 out of 100) and X16CrMo5-1 +A welds better (50 vs 40 out of 100).
X16CrMo5-1 +AChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
X16CrMo5-1 +QTChoose it when strength drives the design.
X16CrMo5-1 +A vs X16CrMo5-1 +QT: 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)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 213 GPa30.9 Msi · Shear Modulus 82 GPa11.9 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.3 · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 90 MPa·√m81.9 ksi·√in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.75 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,450°C2,642 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,510°C2,750 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 36 W/m·K20.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.3 µm/m·K6.3 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -30°C-22 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 2.9 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 6×10⁻⁷ Ω·m23.6 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.58 V · Corrosion Resistance 26 / 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 40 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 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.
X16CrMo5-1 +A vs X16CrMo5-1 +QT — frequently asked
Is X16CrMo5-1 +QT stronger than X16CrMo5-1 +A?
Yes. X16CrMo5-1 +QT has a typical yield strength of 620 MPa (89.9 ksi) against 330 MPa (47.9 ksi) for X16CrMo5-1 +A — about 88% more. Tensile strength is 820 MPa (119 ksi) vs 560 MPa (81.2 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, +A or +QT?
+NT is the default X16CrMo5-1 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither +A nor +QT). 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, X16CrMo5-1 +A or X16CrMo5-1 +QT?
X16CrMo5-1 +A, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 52/100 against 35/100 for X16CrMo5-1 +QT; for welding the order is X16CrMo5-1 +A first (fair, 50/100) then X16CrMo5-1 +QT (fair, 40/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in X16CrMo5-1 +A and X16CrMo5-1 +QT 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.