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Titanium ERTi-12-AW vs ERTi-12-SR

Titanium · ERTi-12 temper comparison

ERTi-12-AW and ERTi-12-SR are two conditions of the same titanium grade, ERTi-12: AW (as-welded deposit) versus SR (stress relieved). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 460 MPa — the mechanical properties are the same, and the difference is in how the stock is processed and what it is certified to (as-welded deposit versus stress relieved). ERTi-12-SR is the more ductile: elongation 23% versus 20% for ERTi-12-AW, and ERTi-12-AW is harder (195 HB vs 185 HB).

ERTi-12-SRChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

ERTi-12-AW vs ERTi-12-SR: properties

ERTi-12-AWERTi-12-SR

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

560 MPa81.2 ksi
540 MPa78.3 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

460 MPa66.7 ksi
440 MPa63.8 ksi

Elongation at Break

20%
23%

Reduction in Area

38%
45%

Shear Strength

380 MPa55.1 ksi
370 MPa53.7 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

260 MPa37.7 ksi
310 MPa45 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

70 MPa·√m63.7 ksi·√in
75 MPa·√m68.3 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

28 J20.7 ft·lbf
34 J25.1 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

195 HB
185 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

93 HRB
91 HRB

Hardness, Vickers

200 HV
194 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 103 GPa14.9 Msi · Shear Modulus 40 GPa5.8 Msi · Bulk Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 4.51 g/cm³0.16 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,650°C3,002 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,690°C3,074 °F

Thermal

How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 19 W/m·K11 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 540 J/kg·K0.13 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 9 µm/m·K5 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 365 J/g157 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 315°C599 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 3.3 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 5.2×10⁻⁷ Ω·m20.5 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Corrosion Resistance

90 / 100
92 / 100

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.1 V

Manufacturability

FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.

Machinability

25 / 100
26 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

24%
25%

Formability (cold)

55 / 100
58 / 100

Same in both: Weldability 88 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 45 / 100 · Polishability 65 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 650 MJ/kg279,450 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 40 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 700 L/kg83.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 20%

Strength versus weight

Yield strength against density for every titanium grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.

3005007001,0004.555.5Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scaleERTi-12

ERTi-12-AW vs ERTi-12-SR — frequently asked

What is the difference between ERTi-12-AW and ERTi-12-SR?

ERTi-12-AW and ERTi-12-SR are two conditions of the same titanium grade, ERTi-12: AW (as-welded deposit) versus SR (stress relieved). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 460 MPa — the mechanical properties are the same, and the difference is in how the stock is processed and what it is certified to (as-welded deposit versus stress relieved).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, AW or SR?

AW is the default ERTi-12 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.

When should I choose ERTi-12-AW over ERTi-12-SR?

Pick ERTi-12-SR when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in ERTi-12-AW and ERTi-12-SR 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.