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Titanium Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F vs Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA

Titanium · Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al temper comparison

Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F and Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA are two conditions of the same titanium grade, Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al: F (as fabricated) versus STA (solution treated and aged). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA is the stronger of the two: yield strength 1,240 MPa (180 ksi) against 940 MPa (136 ksi) for Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F, about 32% more; tensile strength follows at 1,300 MPa (189 ksi) vs 1,000 MPa (145 ksi). In exchange, Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F is the more ductile: elongation 10% versus 8% for Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA, and Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA is harder (370 HB vs 310 HB). Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA is stiffer (110 GPa vs 100 GPa) and Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA runs hotter in service (315°C vs 250°C continuous). On the shop floor, Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F welds better (50 vs 35 out of 100).

Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-FChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when it will be welded.

Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STAChoose it when strength drives the design, or when the part sees heat.

Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F vs Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA: properties

Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-FTi-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Elastic (Young's) Modulus

100 GPa14.5 Msi
110 GPa16 Msi

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

1,000 MPa145 ksi
1,300 MPa189 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

940 MPa136 ksi
1,240 MPa180 ksi

Elongation at Break

10%
8%

Reduction in Area

30%
20%

Compressive Strength

980 MPa142 ksi
1,300 MPa189 ksi

Shear Strength

620 MPa89.9 ksi
760 MPa110 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

480 MPa69.6 ksi
600 MPa87 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

75 MPa·√m68.3 ksi·√in
45 MPa·√m41 ksi·√in

Hardness, Brinell

310 HB
370 HB

Hardness, Rockwell C

33 HRC
40 HRC

Hardness, Vickers

325 HV
390 HV

Same in both: Shear Modulus 42 GPa6.1 Msi · Bulk Modulus 108 GPa15.7 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.33

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 4.9 g/cm³0.18 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,600°C2,912 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,650°C3,002 °F

Thermal

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

Thermal Conductivity

6.3 W/m·K3.6 BTU/hr·ft·°F
6.5 W/m·K3.8 BTU/hr·ft·°F

Max Service Temperature (continuous)

250°C482 °F
315°C599 °F

Same in both: Specific Heat Capacity 500 J/kg·K0.12 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 9.2 µm/m·K5.1 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 360 J/g155 BTU/lb · Min Service Temperature -60°C-76 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Electrical Conductivity

1.1 % IACS
1.2 % IACS

Electrical Resistivity

1.55×10⁻⁶ Ω·m61 µΩ·in
1.45×10⁻⁶ Ω·m57.1 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

16 / 100
14 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

14%
12%

Weldability

50 / 100
35 / 100

Formability (cold)

55 / 100
15 / 100

Same in both: 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 400 L/kg47.9 gal/lb · Typical Recycled Content 30%

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-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al

Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F vs Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA — frequently asked

Is Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA stronger than Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F?

Yes. Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA has a typical yield strength of 1,240 MPa (180 ksi) against 940 MPa (136 ksi) for Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F — about 32% more. Tensile strength is 1,300 MPa (189 ksi) vs 1,000 MPa (145 ksi).

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

STA is the default Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al 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.

Which welds better, Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F or Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA?

Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F. Its weldability rates fair (50/100) against fair (35/100) for Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-STA.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-F and Ti-8Mo-8V-2Fe-3Al-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.