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Titanium Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB vs Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR

Titanium · Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924) temper comparison

Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB and Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR are two conditions of the same titanium grade, Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924): AB (as built (as printed)) versus SR (stress relieved). 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 1,040 MPa (151 ksi) for Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR, about 8% more; tensile strength follows at 1,250 MPa (181 ksi) vs 1,150 MPa (167 ksi). In exchange, Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR is the more ductile: elongation 11% versus 7% for Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB, and Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB is harder (41 HRC vs 36 HRC).

Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-ABChoose it when strength drives the design.

Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SRChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB vs Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR: properties

Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-ABTi-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Elastic (Young's) Modulus

110 GPa16 Msi
113 GPa16.4 Msi

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

1,250 MPa181 ksi
1,150 MPa167 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

1,120 MPa162 ksi
1,040 MPa151 ksi

Elongation at Break

7%
11%

Reduction in Area

15%
25%

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

250 MPa36.3 ksi
500 MPa72.5 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

42 MPa·√m38.2 ksi·√in
50 MPa·√m45.5 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

9 J6.6 ft·lbf
13 J9.6 ft·lbf

Hardness, Rockwell C

41 HRC
36 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

400 HV
355 HV

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

6.6 W/m·K3.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F
6.8 W/m·K3.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F

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

15 / 100
18 / 100

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.

3005007001,0004.555.5Density (g/cm³)Yield strength (MPa) — log scaleTi-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)

Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB vs Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR — frequently asked

Is Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB stronger than Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR?

Yes. Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB has a typical yield strength of 1,120 MPa (162 ksi) against 1,040 MPa (151 ksi) for Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR — about 8% more. Tensile strength is 1,250 MPa (181 ksi) vs 1,150 MPa (167 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, AB or SR?

SR is the default Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924) condition in the FabDigit quote flow. 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 Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB over Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR?

Pick Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB when strength drives the design. Pick Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-AB and Ti-6Al-4V (AM, F2924)-SR 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.