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Titanium Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MA vs Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA

Titanium · Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V temper comparison

Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MA and Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA are two conditions of the same titanium grade, Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V: MA (mill Annealed) versus STA (solution treated and aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA is the stronger of the two: yield strength 1,030 MPa (149 ksi) against 925 MPa (134 ksi) for Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MA, about 11% more; tensile strength follows at 1,100 MPa (160 ksi) vs 985 MPa (143 ksi). In exchange, Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MA is the more ductile: elongation 16% versus 11% for Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA, and Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA is harder (340 HB vs 302 HB).

Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MAChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STAChoose it when strength drives the design.

Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MA vs Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA: properties

Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MATi-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Elastic (Young's) Modulus

122 GPa17.7 Msi
124 GPa18 Msi

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

985 MPa143 ksi
1,100 MPa160 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

925 MPa134 ksi
1,030 MPa149 ksi

Elongation at Break

16%
11%

Reduction in Area

33%
22%

Compressive Strength

960 MPa139 ksi
1,000 MPa145 ksi

Shear Strength

650 MPa94.3 ksi
660 MPa95.7 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

520 MPa75.4 ksi
580 MPa84.1 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

65 MPa·√m59.2 ksi·√in
55 MPa·√m50.1 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

22 J16.2 ft·lbf
20 J14.8 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

302 HB
340 HB

Hardness, Rockwell C

32 HRC
36 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

318 HV
330 HV

Same in both: Shear Modulus 46 GPa6.7 Msi · Bulk Modulus 115 GPa16.7 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.32

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 4.37 g/cm³0.16 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,540°C2,804 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,650°C3,002 °F

Thermal

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

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 6.5 W/m·K3.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 500 J/kg·K0.12 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 8.5 µm/m·K4.7 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 365 J/g157 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 425°C797 °F · Min Service Temperature -100°C-148 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 0.9 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 1.99×10⁻⁶ Ω·m78.3 µΩ·in

Chemical & Environmental

Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).

Same in both: Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE) -0.1 V · Corrosion Resistance 85 / 100

Manufacturability

FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.

Machinability

19 / 100
15 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

21%
20%

Formability (cold)

32 / 100
30 / 100

Same in both: Weldability 55 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 45 / 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) 45 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 500 L/kg59.9 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-8Al-1Mo-1V

Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MA vs Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA — frequently asked

Is Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA stronger than Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MA?

Yes. Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA has a typical yield strength of 1,030 MPa (149 ksi) against 925 MPa (134 ksi) for Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MA — about 11% more. Tensile strength is 1,100 MPa (160 ksi) vs 985 MPa (143 ksi).

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

DA is the default Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V 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.

When should I choose Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MA over Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA?

Pick Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MA when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-STA when strength drives the design.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-MA and Ti-8Al-1Mo-1V-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.