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Titanium Ti Grade 3-ANN vs Ti Grade 3 CWSR

Titanium · Ti Grade 3 temper comparison

Ti Grade 3-ANN and Ti Grade 3 CWSR are two conditions of the same titanium grade, Ti Grade 3: ANN (annealed) versus CWSR (cold Worked + Stress Relieved). The chemistry is identical, so every difference below comes from the condition. Ti Grade 3 CWSR is the stronger of the two: yield strength 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) against 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) for Ti Grade 3-ANN, about 14% more; tensile strength follows at 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) vs 500 MPa (72.5 ksi). In exchange, Ti Grade 3-ANN is the more ductile: elongation 20% versus 16% for Ti Grade 3 CWSR, and Ti Grade 3 CWSR is harder (225 HB vs 200 HB).

Ti Grade 3-ANNChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded.

Ti Grade 3 CWSRChoose it when strength drives the design.

Ti Grade 3-ANN vs Ti Grade 3 CWSR: properties

Ti Grade 3-ANNTi Grade 3 CWSR

Mechanical

Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.

Elastic (Young's) Modulus

103 GPa14.9 Msi
105 GPa15.2 Msi

Tensile Strength (Ultimate)

500 MPa72.5 ksi
550 MPa79.8 ksi

Yield Strength (0.2% offset)

420 MPa60.9 ksi
480 MPa69.6 ksi

Elongation at Break

20%
16%

Reduction in Area

42%
34%

Compressive Strength

450 MPa65.3 ksi
510 MPa74 ksi

Shear Strength

360 MPa52.2 ksi
390 MPa56.6 ksi

Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)

300 MPa43.5 ksi
320 MPa46.4 ksi

Fracture Toughness (K_IC)

70 MPa·√m63.7 ksi·√in
60 MPa·√m54.6 ksi·√in

Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)

30 J22.1 ft·lbf
22 J16.2 ft·lbf

Hardness, Brinell

200 HB
225 HB

Hardness, Rockwell B

94 HRB
98 HRB

Hardness, Vickers

210 HV
235 HV

Same in both: Shear Modulus 45 GPa6.5 Msi · Bulk Modulus 110 GPa16 Msi · Poisson's Ratio 0.34

Physical

Density and transition temperatures.

Same in both: Density 4.51 g/cm³0.16 lb/in³ · Melting Point (Solidus) 1,660°C3,020 °F · Liquidus Temperature 1,668°C3,034 °F

Thermal

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

Same in both: Thermal Conductivity 16.4 W/m·K9.5 BTU/hr·ft·°F · Specific Heat Capacity 523 J/kg·K0.12 BTU/lb·°F · Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C) 8.6 µm/m·K4.8 µin/in·°F · Latent Heat of Fusion 295 J/g127 BTU/lb · Max Service Temperature (continuous) 300°C572 °F · Min Service Temperature -196°C-321 °F

Electrical

Conductivity and insulation.

Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 3.1 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 5.5×10⁻⁷ Ω·m21.7 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

30 / 100
32 / 100

Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)

35%
36%

Weldability

85 / 100
83 / 100

Formability (cold)

55 / 100
42 / 100

Same in both: Castability 35 / 100 · Brazeability / Solderability 35 / 100 · Polishability 70 / 100

Sustainability

Primary-production footprint per kilogram.

Same in both: Embodied Energy (primary production) 690 MJ/kg296,647 BTU/lb · Embodied Carbon (primary production) 48 kg CO₂/kg · Embodied Water 700 L/kg83.9 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 Grade 3

Ti Grade 3-ANN vs Ti Grade 3 CWSR — frequently asked

Is Ti Grade 3 CWSR stronger than Ti Grade 3-ANN?

Yes. Ti Grade 3 CWSR has a typical yield strength of 480 MPa (69.6 ksi) against 420 MPa (60.9 ksi) for Ti Grade 3-ANN — about 14% more. Tensile strength is 550 MPa (79.8 ksi) vs 500 MPa (72.5 ksi).

Which condition does FabDigit quote by default, ANN or CWSR?

ANN is the default Ti Grade 3 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 Grade 3-ANN over Ti Grade 3 CWSR?

Pick Ti Grade 3-ANN when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded. Pick Ti Grade 3 CWSR when strength drives the design.

Ready to make it?

Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Ti Grade 3-ANN and Ti Grade 3 CWSR 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.