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Titanium ERTi-5-AW vs ERTi-5-SR

Titanium · ERTi-5 temper comparison

ERTi-5-AW and ERTi-5-SR are two conditions of the same titanium grade, ERTi-5: AW (as-welded deposit) versus SR (stress relieved). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 895 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-5-SR is the more ductile: elongation 10% versus 8% for ERTi-5-AW. ERTi-5-SR runs hotter in service (400°C vs 350°C continuous).

ERTi-5-SRChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.

ERTi-5-AW vs ERTi-5-SR: properties

ERTi-5-AWERTi-5-SR

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

965 MPa140 ksi
950 MPa138 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

895 MPa130 ksi
880 MPa128 ksi

Elongation at Break

8%
10%

Reduction in Area

18%
25%

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

450 MPa65.3 ksi
500 MPa72.5 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

60 MPa·√m54.6 ksi·√in
70 MPa·√m63.7 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

15 J11.1 ft·lbf
18 J13.3 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

330 HB
320 HB

Hardness, Rockwell C

34 HRC
33 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

345 HV
335 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 113 GPa16.4 Msi · Shear Modulus 44 GPa6.4 Msi · Bulk Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34 · Compressive Strength 970 MPa141 ksi · Shear Strength 580 MPa84.1 ksi

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 4.43 g/cm³0.16 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,604°C2,919 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,660°C3,020 °F

Thermal

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

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

350°C662 °F
400°C752 °F

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 6.7 W/m·K3.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 526 J/kg·K0.13 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 8.7 µm/m·K4.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 365 J/g157 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 1 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.7×10⁻⁶ Ω·m66.9 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.1 V · Corrosion Resistance 88 / 100

Manufacturability

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

Same in both: Machinability 20 / 100 · Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 22% · Weldability 70 / 100 · Formability (cold) 30 / 100 · Castability 45 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 35 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 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 500 L/kg59.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 15%

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-5

ERTi-5-AW vs ERTi-5-SR — frequently asked

What is the difference between ERTi-5-AW and ERTi-5-SR?

ERTi-5-AW and ERTi-5-SR are two conditions of the same titanium grade, ERTi-5: AW (as-welded deposit) versus SR (stress relieved). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Both yield at about 895 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-5 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-5-AW over ERTi-5-SR?

Pick ERTi-5-SR when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in ERTi-5-AW and ERTi-5-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.