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Titanium Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-ST vs Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA

Titanium · Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo temper comparison

Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-ST and Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA are two conditions of the same titanium grade, Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo: ST (solution annealed) versus STOA (solution treated and overaged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA is the stronger of the two: yield strength 1,020 MPa (148 ksi) against 900 MPa (131 ksi) for Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-ST, about 13% more; tensile strength follows at 1,100 MPa (160 ksi) vs 970 MPa (141 ksi). In exchange, Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-ST is the more ductile: elongation 15% versus 12% for Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA, and Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA is harder (331 HB vs 305 HB). Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA runs hotter in service (425°C vs 315°C continuous).

Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-STChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOAChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.

Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-ST vs Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA: properties

Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-STTi-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Elastic (Young's) Modulus

112 GPa16.2 Msi
114 GPa16.5 Msi

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

970 MPa141 ksi
1,100 MPa160 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

900 MPa131 ksi
1,020 MPa148 ksi

Elongation at Break

15%
12%

Reduction in Area

35%
28%

Compressive Strength

950 MPa138 ksi
1,090 MPa158 ksi

Shear Strength

620 MPa89.9 ksi
685 MPa99.4 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

470 MPa68.2 ksi
510 MPa74 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

55 MPa·√m50.1 ksi·√in
42 MPa·√m38.2 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

20 J14.8 ft·lbf
16 J11.8 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

305 HB
331 HB

Hardness, Rockwell C

32 HRC
36 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

320 HV
350 HV

Same in both: Shear Modulus 43 GPa6.2 Msi · Bulk Modulus 112 GPa16.2 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 4.65 g/cm³0.17 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,590°C2,894 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,650°C3,002 °F

Thermal

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

Thermal Conductivity

6.4 W/m·K3.7 BTU/hr·ft·°F
6.9 W/m·K4 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

315°C599 °F
425°C797 °F

Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 480 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 8 µm/m·K4.4 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 365 J/g157 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

0.9 % IACS
1 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

1.9×10⁻⁶ Ω·m74.8 µΩ·in
1.8×10⁻⁶ Ω·m70.9 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.

Machinability

18 / 100
15 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

16%
13%

Weldability

40 / 100
32 / 100

Formability (cold)

18 / 100
14 / 100

Same in both: Brazeability / Solderability 35 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 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 1,000 L/kg120 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-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo

Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-ST vs Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA — frequently asked

Is Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA stronger than Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-ST?

Yes. Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA has a typical yield strength of 1,020 MPa (148 ksi) against 900 MPa (131 ksi) for Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-ST — about 13% more. Tensile strength is 1,100 MPa (160 ksi) vs 970 MPa (141 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, ST or STOA?

STA is the default Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither ST nor STOA). 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 welds better, Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-ST or Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA?

Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-ST. Its weldability rates fair (40/100) against poor (32/100) for Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo-ST and Ti-6Al-2Sn-4Zr-6Mo STOA 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.