Titanium Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB vs Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP
Titanium · Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924) temper comparison
Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB and Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP are two conditions of the same titanium grade, Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924): AB (as built (as printed)) versus HIP (hot isostatic pressed). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB is the stronger of the two: yield strength 1,120 MPa (162 ksi) against 880 MPa (128 ksi) for Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP, about 27% more; tensile strength follows at 1,250 MPa (181 ksi) vs 970 MPa (141 ksi). In exchange, Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP is the more ductile: elongation 16% versus 7% for Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB, and Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB is harder (41 HRC vs 32 HRC).
Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-ABChoose it when strength drives the design.
Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIPChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.
Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB vs Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP: 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.
Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-ABTi-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Elastic (Young's) Modulus
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, Rockwell C
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Shear Modulus 44 GPa6.4 Msi · Bulk Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34 · Compressive Strength 1,200 MPa174 ksi · Shear Strength 720 MPa104 ksi · Hardness, Brinell 340 HB
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.
Thermal Conductivity
Same in both: 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 370 J/g159 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 350°C662 °F · Min Service Temperature -253°C-423 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 1 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.71×10⁻⁶ Ω·m67.3 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 65 / 100 · Formability (cold) 20 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 45 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 720 MJ/kg309,545 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 46 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 1,300 L/kg156 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 10%
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.
Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB vs Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP — frequently asked
Is Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB stronger than Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP?
Yes. Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB has a typical yield strength of 1,120 MPa (162 ksi) against 880 MPa (128 ksi) for Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP — about 27% more. Tensile strength is 1,250 MPa (181 ksi) vs 970 MPa (141 ksi).
Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, AB or HIP?
SR is the default Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924) condition in the FabDigit quote flow (neither AB nor HIP). 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-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB or Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP?
Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP, by a small margin. Both rate poor for machinability — 21/100 against 15/100 for Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB.
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Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB and Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-HIP 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.