Titanium R56406-F vs R56406-STA
Titanium · R56406 temper comparison
R56406-F and R56406-STA are two conditions of the same titanium grade, R56406: F (as fabricated) versus STA (solution treated and aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. R56406-STA is the stronger of the two: yield strength 930 MPa (135 ksi) against 820 MPa (119 ksi) for R56406-F, about 13% more; tensile strength follows at 1,020 MPa (148 ksi) vs 890 MPa (129 ksi). In exchange, R56406-F is the more ductile: elongation 9% versus 7% for R56406-STA, and R56406-STA is harder (360 HB vs 320 HB). R56406-F runs hotter in service (350°C vs 315°C continuous).
R56406-FChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
R56406-STAChoose it when strength drives the design.
R56406-F vs R56406-STA: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all titanium 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 titanium 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)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Shear Modulus 42 GPa6.1 Msi · Bulk Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34 · Compressive Strength 900 MPa131 ksi · Shear Strength 570 MPa82.7 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)
Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 6.9 W/m·K4 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 546 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 -253°C-423 °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 92 / 100
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 22% · Weldability 70 / 100 · Formability (cold) 15 / 100 · Castability 65 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 40 / 100 · Polishability 80 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 700 MJ/kg300,946 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 45 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 700 L/kg83.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 25%
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.
R56406-F vs R56406-STA — frequently asked
Is R56406-STA stronger than R56406-F?
Yes. R56406-STA has a typical yield strength of 930 MPa (135 ksi) against 820 MPa (119 ksi) for R56406-F — about 13% more. Tensile strength is 1,020 MPa (148 ksi) vs 890 MPa (129 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, F or STA?
HIP is the default R56406 condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither F nor STA). 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 R56406-F over R56406-STA?
Pick R56406-F when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat. Pick R56406-STA when strength drives the design.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in R56406-F and R56406-STA 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.