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Titanium Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SR vs Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA

Titanium · Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001) temper comparison

Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SR and Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA are two conditions of the same titanium grade, Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001): SR (stress relieved) versus STA (solution treated and aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA is the stronger of the two: yield strength 1,050 MPa (152 ksi) against 990 MPa (144 ksi) for Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SR, about 6% more; tensile strength follows at 1,150 MPa (167 ksi) vs 1,080 MPa (157 ksi). In exchange, Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SR is the more ductile: elongation 12% versus 10% for Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA, and Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA is harder (37 HRC vs 35 HRC).

Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SRChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STAChoose it when strength drives the design.

Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SR vs Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA: properties

Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SRTi-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

1,080 MPa157 ksi
1,150 MPa167 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

990 MPa144 ksi
1,050 MPa152 ksi

Elongation at Break

12%
10%

Reduction in Area

35%
25%

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

450 MPa65.3 ksi
550 MPa79.8 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

50 MPa·√m45.5 ksi·√in
45 MPa·√m41 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

18 J13.3 ft·lbf
14 J10.3 ft·lbf

Hardness, Rockwell C

35 HRC
37 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

350 HV
370 HV

Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 114 GPa16.5 Msi · Shear Modulus 44 GPa6.4 Msi · Bulk Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34 · Compressive Strength 1,100 MPa160 ksi · Shear Strength 700 MPa102 ksi · Hardness, Brinell 330 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.

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 6.7 W/m·K3.9 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 560 J/kg·K0.13 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 8.6 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

20 / 100
18 / 100

Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 22% · Weldability 75 / 100 · Formability (cold) 20 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 40 / 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) 45 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 500 L/kg59.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 15%

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 ELI (AM, F3001)

Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SR vs Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA — frequently asked

Is Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA stronger than Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SR?

Yes. Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA has a typical yield strength of 1,050 MPa (152 ksi) against 990 MPa (144 ksi) for Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SR — about 6% more. Tensile strength is 1,150 MPa (167 ksi) vs 1,080 MPa (157 ksi).

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

SR is the default Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001) 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 ELI (AM, F3001)-SR over Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA?

Pick Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SR when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-STA when strength drives the design.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-SR and Ti-6Al-4V ELI (AM, F3001)-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.