Steel XAR 400 QT-400HB vs XAR 400 QT-400HB-THIN
Steel · XAR 400 temper comparison
XAR 400 QT-400HB and XAR 400 QT-400HB-THIN are two conditions of the same steel grade, XAR 400: QT-400HB versus QT-400HB-THIN (Q&T 400 HB thin gauge). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 1,000 MPa — the mechanical properties are the same, and the difference is in how the stock is processed and what it is certified to (QT-400HB versus Q&T 400 HB thin gauge). On the shop floor, XAR 400 QT-400HB-THIN forms better (50 vs 40 out of 100). For most parts the choice follows the drawing's specified condition; ask for the one your standard calls out.
XAR 400 QT-400HB vs XAR 400 QT-400HB-THIN: 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.
XAR 400 QT-400HBXAR 400 QT-400HB-THIN
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, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 81 GPa11.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 165 GPa23.9 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Hardness, Rockwell C 43 HRC
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.85 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,420°C2,588 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,500°C2,732 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 42 W/m·K24.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12 µm/m·K6.7 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 250°C482 °F · Min Service Temperature -40°C-40 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 7 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 2.4×10⁻⁷ Ω·m9.45 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.61 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 25 / 100 · Polishability 45 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 31 MJ/kg13,328 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2.3 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.
XAR 400 QT-400HB vs XAR 400 QT-400HB-THIN — frequently asked
What is the difference between XAR 400 QT-400HB and XAR 400 QT-400HB-THIN?
XAR 400 QT-400HB and XAR 400 QT-400HB-THIN are two conditions of the same steel grade, XAR 400: QT-400HB versus QT-400HB-THIN (Q&T 400 HB thin gauge). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 1,000 MPa — the mechanical properties are the same, and the difference is in how the stock is processed and what it is certified to (QT-400HB versus Q&T 400 HB thin gauge).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, QT-400HB or QT-400HB-THIN?
QT-400HB is the default XAR 400 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 welds better, XAR 400 QT-400HB or XAR 400 QT-400HB-THIN?
XAR 400 QT-400HB-THIN. Its weldability rates good (68/100) against good (60/100) for XAR 400 QT-400HB.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in XAR 400 QT-400HB and XAR 400 QT-400HB-THIN 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.