Titanium SP-700 vs Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn
Titanium · grade comparison
Titanium SP-700 and Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn are both titanium grades. Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn is the stronger of the two: yield strength 980 MPa (142 ksi) against 860 MPa (125 ksi) for SP-700, about 14% more; tensile strength follows at 1,050 MPa (152 ksi) vs 930 MPa (135 ksi). In exchange, SP-700 is the more ductile: elongation 17% versus 14% for Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn, and Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn is harder (340 HB vs 300 HB). SP-700 runs hotter in service (350°C vs 315°C continuous). On the shop floor, SP-700 welds better (good vs fair).
SP-700Choose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when the part sees heat.
Ti-6Al-6V-2SnChoose it when strength drives the design.
SP-700 vs Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn: 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.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
Shear Modulus
Bulk Modulus
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: Poisson's Ratio 0.32
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Melting Point (Solidus)
Liquidus Temperature
Same in both: Density 4.54 g/cm³0.16 lb/in³
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Latent Heat of Fusion
Max Service Temperature (continuous)
Same in both: Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Electrical Conductivity
Electrical Resistivity
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Corrosion Resistance
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
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Polishability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 20% · Castability 30 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 45 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Typical Recycled Content
Same in both: Embodied Water 900 L/kg108 gal/lb
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Thermal Shock Resistance Index
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.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | SP-700 | Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn |
|---|---|---|
| Default condition | — | — |
| Relative cost | $$$$ High | $$$$ High |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
Both take the same 1 finish: Plasma Spray.
SP-700 vs Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn — frequently asked
Is Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn stronger than SP-700?
Yes. Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn has a typical yield strength of 980 MPa (142 ksi) against 860 MPa (125 ksi) for SP-700 — about 14% more. Tensile strength is 1,050 MPa (152 ksi) vs 930 MPa (135 ksi).
Which is cheaper, SP-700 or Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$$$, high); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which welds better, SP-700 or Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn?
SP-700. Its weldability rates good (65/100) against fair (35/100) for Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in SP-700 and Ti-6Al-6V-2Sn 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.