Steel ZG310-570 N+T vs ZG310-570 Q+T
Steel · ZG310-570 temper comparison
ZG310-570 N+T and ZG310-570 Q+T are two conditions of the same steel grade, ZG310-570: N+T (normalized and tempered) versus Q+T (quenched and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. ZG310-570 Q+T is the stronger of the two: yield strength 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) against 340 MPa (49.3 ksi) for ZG310-570 N+T, about 62% more; tensile strength follows at 760 MPa (110 ksi) vs 600 MPa (87 ksi). In exchange, ZG310-570 N+T is the more ductile: elongation 19% versus 14% for ZG310-570 Q+T, and ZG310-570 Q+T is harder (235 HB vs 185 HB). On the shop floor, ZG310-570 N+T machines more easily (50 vs 40 out of 100) and ZG310-570 N+T welds better (45 vs 35 out of 100).
ZG310-570 N+TChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part is machined in volume.
ZG310-570 Q+TChoose it when strength drives the design.
ZG310-570 N+T vs ZG310-570 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
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 205 GPa29.7 Msi · Shear Modulus 79 GPa11.5 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29 · Compressive Strength 340 MPa49.3 ksi · Hardness, Rockwell B 91 HRB
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Same in both: Density 7.8 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,420°C2,588 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,490°C2,714 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 47 W/m·K27.2 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 480 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 11.9 µm/m·K6.6 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 250 J/g107 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 400°C752 °F · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 10 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.8×10⁻⁷ Ω·m7.09 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.65 V · Corrosion Resistance 10 / 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) 15 / 100 · Castability 62 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 55 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 27 MJ/kg11,608 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 55 L/kg6.6 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.
ZG310-570 N+T vs ZG310-570 Q+T — frequently asked
Is ZG310-570 Q+T stronger than ZG310-570 N+T?
Yes. ZG310-570 Q+T has a typical yield strength of 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) against 340 MPa (49.3 ksi) for ZG310-570 N+T — about 62% more. Tensile strength is 760 MPa (110 ksi) vs 600 MPa (87 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, N+T or Q+T?
N+T is the default ZG310-570 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, ZG310-570 N+T or ZG310-570 Q+T?
ZG310-570 N+T, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 50/100 against 40/100 for ZG310-570 Q+T; for welding the order is ZG310-570 N+T first (fair, 45/100) then ZG310-570 Q+T (fair, 35/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in ZG310-570 N+T and ZG310-570 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.