Steel ZG42CrMo-F vs ZG42CrMo N+T
Steel · ZG42CrMo temper comparison
ZG42CrMo-F and ZG42CrMo N+T are two conditions of the same steel grade, ZG42CrMo: F (as fabricated) versus N+T (normalized and tempered). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. ZG42CrMo N+T is the stronger of the two: yield strength 530 MPa (76.9 ksi) against 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) for ZG42CrMo-F, about 26% more; tensile strength follows at 790 MPa (115 ksi) vs 720 MPa (104 ksi). ZG42CrMo N+T is the more ductile: elongation 13% versus 7% for ZG42CrMo-F. ZG42CrMo N+T runs hotter in service (400°C vs 350°C continuous).
ZG42CrMo N+TChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
ZG42CrMo-F vs ZG42CrMo N+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
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 210 GPa30.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 80 GPa11.6 Msi · Bulk Modulus 160 GPa23.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.29
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 1,495°C2,723 °F
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
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) 12.3 µm/m·K6.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 270 J/g116 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -20°C-4 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Resistivity 2.2×10⁻⁷ Ω·m8.66 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Same in both: 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: Castability 55 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 45 / 100 · Polishability 55 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 24 MJ/kg10,318 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 2 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 45 L/kg5.4 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 75%
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.
ZG42CrMo-F vs ZG42CrMo N+T — frequently asked
Is ZG42CrMo N+T stronger than ZG42CrMo-F?
Yes. ZG42CrMo N+T has a typical yield strength of 530 MPa (76.9 ksi) against 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) for ZG42CrMo-F — about 26% more. Tensile strength is 790 MPa (115 ksi) vs 720 MPa (104 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, F or N+T?
QT-240-280HB is the default ZG42CrMo condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither F nor N+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, ZG42CrMo-F or ZG42CrMo N+T?
ZG42CrMo N+T, by a small margin. Both rate fair for machinability — 50/100 against 42/100 for ZG42CrMo-F; for welding the order is ZG42CrMo N+T first (poor, 28/100) then ZG42CrMo-F (poor, 20/100).
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in ZG42CrMo-F and ZG42CrMo N+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.