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Titanium Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MA vs Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA

Titanium · Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo temper comparison

Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MA and Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA are two conditions of the same titanium grade, Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo: MA (mill Annealed) versus STA (solution treated and aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA is the stronger of the two: yield strength 1,050 MPa (152 ksi) against 910 MPa (132 ksi) for Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MA, about 15% more; tensile strength follows at 1,150 MPa (167 ksi) vs 1,000 MPa (145 ksi). In exchange, Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MA is the more ductile: elongation 13% versus 9% for Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA, and Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA is harder (37 HRC vs 32 HRC).

Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MAChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STAChoose it when strength drives the design.

Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MA vs Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA: properties

Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MATi-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

1,000 MPa145 ksi
1,150 MPa167 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

910 MPa132 ksi
1,050 MPa152 ksi

Elongation at Break

13%
9%

Reduction in Area

28%
18%

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

530 MPa76.9 ksi
600 MPa87 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

48 MPa·√m43.7 ksi·√in
42 MPa·√m38.2 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

14 J10.3 ft·lbf
10 J7.4 ft·lbf

Hardness, Rockwell C

32 HRC
37 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

315 HV
370 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 117 GPa17 Msi · Shear Modulus 44 GPa6.4 Msi · Bulk Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.32 · Compressive Strength 1,000 MPa145 ksi · Shear Strength 660 MPa95.7 ksi · Hardness, Brinell 320 HB

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 4.55 g/cm³0.16 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,600°C2,912 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,660°C3,020 °F

Thermal

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

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 7.5 W/m·K4.3 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 530 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) 450°C842 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 1.1 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.6×10⁻⁶ Ω·m63 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.

Machinability

20 / 100
15 / 100

Formability (cold)

25 / 100
12 / 100

Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 18% · Weldability 55 / 100 · Castability 35 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 40 / 100 · Polishability 60 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 700 MJ/kg300,946 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 42 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,200 L/kg144 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.

3005007001,0004.555.5Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scaleTi-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo

Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MA vs Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA — frequently asked

Is Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA stronger than Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MA?

Yes. Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA has a typical yield strength of 1,050 MPa (152 ksi) against 910 MPa (132 ksi) for Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MA — about 15% more. Tensile strength is 1,150 MPa (167 ksi) vs 1,000 MPa (145 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, MA or STA?

DA is the default Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither MA 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.

Which is easier to machine, Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MA or Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA?

Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MA, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 20/100 against 15/100 for Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-STA.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-MA and Ti-5Al-5Sn-2Zr-2Mo-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.