Steel ZG270-500-A vs ZG270-500 Q&T
Steel · ZG270-500 temper comparison
ZG270-500-A and ZG270-500 Q&T are two conditions of the same steel grade, ZG270-500: A (solution annealed) versus Q&T (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. ZG270-500 Q&T is the stronger of the two: yield strength 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) against 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) for ZG270-500-A, about 50% more; tensile strength follows at 640 MPa (92.8 ksi) vs 510 MPa (74 ksi). In exchange, ZG270-500-A is the more ductile: elongation 23% versus 18% for ZG270-500 Q&T, and ZG270-500 Q&T is harder (195 HB vs 150 HB). On the shop floor, ZG270-500-A machines more easily (good vs fair) and ZG270-500-A welds better (very good vs good).
ZG270-500-AChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
ZG270-500 Q&TChoose it when strength drives the design.
ZG270-500-A vs ZG270-500 Q&T: 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
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 202 GPa29.3 Msi · Shear Modulus 78 GPa11.3 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Compressive Strength 300 MPa43.5 ksi · Shear Strength 380 MPa55.1 ksi · Fracture Toughness (K_IC) 75 MPa·√m68.3 ksi·√in
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.83 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.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 48 W/m·K27.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 470 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 12.2 µm/m·K6.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 425°C797 °F · Min Service Temperature -29°C-20 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 10 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.7×10⁻⁷ Ω·m6.69 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.61 V · Corrosion Resistance 11 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)
Weldability
Same in both: Formability (cold) 25 / 100 · Castability 68 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 60 / 100 · Polishability 45 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 26 MJ/kg11,178 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 50 L/kg6 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 85%
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.
ZG270-500-A vs ZG270-500 Q&T — frequently asked
Is ZG270-500 Q&T stronger than ZG270-500-A?
Yes. ZG270-500 Q&T has a typical yield strength of 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) against 280 MPa (40.6 ksi) for ZG270-500-A — about 50% more. Tensile strength is 640 MPa (92.8 ksi) vs 510 MPa (74 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, A or Q&T?
N is the default ZG270-500 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither A nor Q&T). 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, ZG270-500-A or ZG270-500 Q&T?
ZG270-500-A. Its machinability rates good (62/100) against fair (50/100) for ZG270-500 Q&T; for welding the order is ZG270-500-A first (very good, 75/100) then ZG270-500 Q&T (good, 65/100).
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in ZG270-500-A and ZG270-500 Q&T 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.