Zinc Alloy Slush Metal vs Zn-Cu-Ti
Zinc Alloy · grade comparison
Zinc Alloy Slush Metal and Zn-Cu-Ti are both zinc alloy grades, both forming zn. Slush Metal is the stronger of the two: yield strength 130 MPa (18.9 ksi) against 120 MPa (17.4 ksi) for Zn-Cu-Ti, about 8% more; tensile strength follows at 180 MPa (26.1 ksi) vs 165 MPa (23.9 ksi). In exchange, Zn-Cu-Ti is the more ductile: elongation 42% versus 3% for Slush Metal, and Slush Metal is harder (70 HB vs 47 HB). Slush Metal is lighter (6.6 g/cm³ vs 7.2 g/cm³ for Zn-Cu-Ti). On the shop floor, Zn-Cu-Ti welds better (fair vs poor).
Slush MetalChoose it when strength drives the design, or when weight is the constraint.
Zn-Cu-TiChoose it when the part is bent, formed or impact-loaded, or when it will be welded.
Slush Metal vs Zn-Cu-Ti: propertiesHow to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all zinc alloy grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
How to read these bars
- One bar per material. A full bar is the highest value among all zinc alloy grades in the FabDigit library; each bar is drawn as a share of that.
- The better value (by the usual engineering direction) is in bold. Rows with no direction — density, thermal conductivity — have no bold.
- Values are typical room-temperature figures for the condition named on each card.
- Confirm against the certified mill or resin datasheet before design release.
Mechanical
Strength, stiffness, ductility and hardness at room temperature.
Shear Modulus
Bulk Modulus
Poisson's Ratio
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)
Elongation at Break
Reduction in Area
Compressive Strength
Shear Strength
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)
Hardness, Brinell
Hardness, Rockwell B
Hardness, Vickers
Same in both: Elastic (Young's) Modulus 85 GPa12.3 Msi
Physical
Density and transition temperatures.
Density
Melting Point (Solidus)
Liquidus Temperature
Thermal
How each material carries heat and how hot it can run.
Thermal Conductivity
Specific Heat Capacity
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)
Latent Heat of Fusion
Min Service Temperature
Same in both: Max Service Temperature (continuous) 100°C212 °F
Electrical
Conductivity and insulation.
Same in both: Electrical Conductivity 27 % IACS · Electrical Resistivity 6.4×10⁻⁸ Ω·m2.52 µΩ·in
Chemical & Environmental
Corrosion and environmental resistance (0–100 scores).
Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)
Corrosion Resistance
Manufacturability
FabDigit workshop ratings (0–100 scores) — how each material behaves on the machine.
Machinability
Weldability
Formability (cold)
Castability
Brazeability / Solderability
Polishability
Same in both: Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %) 70%
Sustainability
Primary-production footprint per kilogram.
Embodied Energy (primary production)
Embodied Carbon (primary production)
Embodied Water
Typical Recycled Content
Common Calculations
Ratios derived from the values above.
Specific Strength (UTS / density)
Specific Stiffness (E / density)
Modulus of Resilience
Thermal Diffusivity
Thermal Shock Resistance Index
Strength versus weight
Yield strength against density for every zinc alloy grade in the FabDigit library; the compared grades are highlighted. Up and left is stronger for its weight.
Manufacturing and finishing
| Capability | Slush Metal | Zn-Cu-Ti |
|---|---|---|
| CNC machining | — | Yes |
| Sheet metal | — | Yes |
| Default condition | As Cast | O |
| Relative cost | $$ Standard | $$ Standard |
| Min. machined wall | — | — |
| Best machined surface | — | — |
| Chrome Plating | — | Yes |
| E-Coating | — | Yes |
| Nickel Plating | — | Yes |
| Painting | — | Yes |
| Powder Coating | — | Yes |
They share 1 finish: Copper Plating.
Slush Metal vs Zn-Cu-Ti — frequently asked
Is Slush Metal stronger than Zn-Cu-Ti?
Yes. Slush Metal has a typical yield strength of 130 MPa (18.9 ksi) against 120 MPa (17.4 ksi) for Zn-Cu-Ti — about 8% more. Tensile strength is 180 MPa (26.1 ksi) vs 165 MPa (23.9 ksi).
Which is cheaper, Slush Metal or Zn-Cu-Ti?
Both sit in the same relative cost tier ($$, standard); the part price will be decided by machining time, tolerance and quantity rather than by the material.
Which welds better, Slush Metal or Zn-Cu-Ti?
Zn-Cu-Ti. Its weldability rates fair (40/100) against poor (15/100) for Slush Metal.
Ready to make it?
Upload a CAD file and FabDigit prices the part in Slush Metal and Zn-Cu-Ti 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.