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Stainless Steel ER630-H1100

Precip hard

UNS S17400

H1100 = aged 593 °C (1100 °F) for 4 h

Overaged condition trading strength for toughness and stress-corrosion resistance.

High cost $$$$

Values for the H1100 condition

Other ER630 tempers and conditions

ER630 is listed in 9 conditions; see the grade overview at ER630.

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Condition · open for datasheetBest forYield MPaTensile MPaElong. %HardnessConductivity
Double overaged 760 °C + 621 °C
Lowest-strength, highest-toughness weld condition for cryogenic or severe SCC service.5157901924 HRC1.6 % IACS
Overaged 621 °C (1150 °F) for 4 h, maximum toughness
Toughest standard age; preferred for sour/chloride service and NACE-type limits (≤33 HRC).7259301631 HRC22 W/m·K
AWDefault
As-welded deposit
Default condition when PWHT is impossible; gives moderate-high strength low-carbon martensite with limited ductility.7609651233 HRC1.9 % IACS
Solution annealed
Post-weld solution treatment to homogenise the weld before ageing; not a final service condition.7601,0301233 HRC2.2 % IACS
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Aged 593 °C (1100 °F) for 4 h
Overaged condition trading strength for toughness and stress-corrosion resistance.7959651533 HRC1.6 % IACS
Aged 579 °C (1075 °F) for 4 h
Good ductility with ~1000 MPa strength; frequent choice for welded pressure parts.8601,0001436 HRC1.6 % IACS
Aged 552 °C (1025 °F) for 4 h
Balanced strength/toughness; common for pump shafts and valve components.1,0001,0701338 HRC1.7 % IACS
Aged 496 °C (925 °F) for 4 h
Near-peak strength with slightly better toughness and SCC resistance than H900.1,0701,1701142 HRC1.8 % IACS
Aged 482 °C (900 °F) for 1 h, peak hardness
Maximum strength and hardness for the weld metal; lowest toughness and highest SCC/hydrogen sensitivity.1,1701,3101044 HRC18 W/m·K

What is ER630-H1100?

ER630-H1100 is ER630 in the H1100 condition — overaged condition trading strength for toughness and stress-corrosion resistance. ER630-H1100 has a yield strength of 795 MPa (115 ksi) and a tensile strength of 965 MPa (140 ksi) — stronger than 96% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 15% and the elastic modulus is 198 GPa (28.7 Msi). ER630-H1100 has a density of 7.78 g/cm³ (0.281 lb/in³), lighter than 57% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,404°C (2,559 °F). AW is the default condition FabDigit quotes; H1100 is available on request or by drawing note.

Advantages

  • High strength — 795 MPa (115 ksi), better than 96% of stainless steel grades

Limitations

  • Low electrical conductivity — 1.6 % IACS, worse than 99% of stainless steel grades
  • Limited ductility — 15%, worse than 89% of stainless steel grades
  • Limited formability — 20/100, worse than 86% of stainless steel grades
  • Limited service temperature — 400°C (752 °F), worse than 78% of stainless steel grades

ER630-H1100 properties

Typical room-temperature values for ER630-H1100; 22 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are ER630 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among stainless steel grades.

Physical3

ER630-H1100 has a density of 7.78 g/cm³ (0.281 lb/in³), lighter than 57% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,404°C (2,559 °F).

Density7.78 g/cm³0.28 lb/in³
Melting Point (Solidus)1,404°C2,559 °F
Liquidus Temperature1,440°C2,624 °F

Mechanical16

ER630-H1100 has a yield strength of 795 MPa (115 ksi) and a tensile strength of 965 MPa (140 ksi) — stronger than 96% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 15% and the elastic modulus is 198 GPa (28.7 Msi).

Elastic (Young's) Modulus198 GPa28.7 Msi
Shear Modulus77 GPa11.2 Msi
Bulk Modulus160 GPa23.2 Msi
Poisson's Ratio0.27
Tensile Strength (Ultimate)965 MPa140 ksi
Yield Strength (0.2% offset)795 MPa115 ksi
Elongation at Break15%
Reduction in Area52%
Compressive Strength820 MPa119 ksi
Shear Strength605 MPa87.7 ksi
Fatigue Strength (Endurance Limit)480 MPa69.6 ksi
Fracture Toughness (K_IC)110 MPa·√m100 ksi·√in
Charpy V-Notch Impact (RT)55 J40.6 ft·lbf
Hardness, Brinell318 HB
Hardness, Rockwell C33 HRC
Hardness, Vickers333 HV

Thermal6

ER630-H1100 is rated for continuous service to 400°C (752 °F). It conducts heat at 19.3 W/m·K (11.2 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 73% of stainless steel grades. Thermal expansion is 10.8 µm/m·K (6 µin/in·°F).

Thermal Conductivity19.3 W/m·K11.2 BTU/hr·ft·°F
Specific Heat Capacity460 J/kg·K0.11 BTU/lb·°F
Thermal Expansion (CTE, 20–100 °C)10.8 µm/m·K6 µin/in·°F
Latent Heat of Fusion270 J/g116 BTU/lb
Max Service Temperature (continuous)400°C752 °F
Min Service Temperature-70°C-94 °F

Electrical3

ER630-H1100 conducts electricity at 1.6 % IACS, worse than 99% of stainless steel grades.

Electrical Conductivity1.6 % IACS
Electrical Resistivity1.08×10⁻⁶ Ω·m42.5 µΩ·in
Magnetic Responseferromagnetic

Chemical & Environmental3

Corrosion resistance is good (58/100), worse than 62% of stainless steel grades.

Galvanic Potential (seawater, vs SCE)-0.3 V
Corrosion ResistanceGood58/100
Chemical Resistance SummaryGood in fresh water, mild atmospheres, weak organic acids and many petrochemical media; markedly better than 410 but below 304/316 in chlorides. Susceptible to chloride pitting/SCC and to hydrogen embrittlement in high-strength (H900) condition.

Sustainability4

Producing a kilogram of ER630-H1100 takes about 53 MJ of energy and emits 5 kg of CO₂ — less than 67% of stainless steel grades. Typical recycled content is 50%.

Embodied Energy (primary production)53 MJ/kg22,786 BTU/lb
Embodied Carbon (primary production)5 kg CO₂/kg
Embodied Water180 L/kg21.6 gal/lb
Typical Recycled Content50%

Manufacturability7

ER630-H1100's machinability is fair (40/100, better than 72% of stainless steel grades); weldability good (65/100); formability poor (20/100).

MachinabilityFair40/100
Machinability Rating (AISI 1212 = 100 %)45%
WeldabilityGood65/100
Formability (cold)Poor20/100
Brazeability / SolderabilityFair45/100
PolishabilityVery good70/100
Anodizing Responsen/a — ferrous alloy; use passivation (ASTM A967) or electropolish instead

Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.

Working with ER630-H1100

Is ER630 easy to machine?

Machine weld metal in Condition A or H1150; carbide tooling, rigid setups and positive rake — hardness above 40 HRC after H900 makes finishing best done by grinding.

Can ER630 be welded?

GTAW/GMAW with Ar or Ar+2% CO₂; preheat 100–150 °C for thick sections, interpass ≤150 °C, low heat input, and PWHT (solution + age) whenever full mechanical properties are required.

Can ER630 be formed, bent or molded?

Not a wrought product form; deposited martensitic weld metal has little cold formability — shape by machining rather than bending.

What surface finishes work on ER630?

Passivate (ASTM A967 citric/nitric) or electropolish after removing weld scale; polishes well, and hard chrome or nitriding can be used where wear resistance is needed.

ER630 chemical composition (wt %)

Limits by weight percent from the governing specification, written the way the spec states them — a single maximum for impurities, a range for alloying elements, and the base element as balance. Nominal is the typical mid-range value.

ElementSpec limit (wt %)Nominal
C≤ 0.050.03
Cr16 – 16.7516.4
Ni4.5 – 54.7
Cuprecipitation hardener3.25 – 43.6
NbNb+Ta0.15 – 0.30.22
Mn0.25 – 0.750.5
Si≤ 0.750.5
Mo≤ 0.750.2
P≤ 0.030.02
S≤ 0.030.01
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ER630-H1100 — frequently asked

What is ER630-H1100 used for?

ER630-H1100 is typically used for 17-4PH structural components, pump shafts and valve stems and aerospace hardware repair. In short: only PH stainless filler; age-hardenable weld metal; highest strength stainless filler.

What is the yield strength of ER630-H1100?

ER630-H1100 has a typical yield strength of 795 MPa (115 ksi) and a tensile strength of 965 MPa (140 ksi) — stronger than 96% of stainless steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 9 listed tempers.

Is ER630-H1100 easy to machine?

Not especially — machinability is rated fair (40/100, better than 72% of stainless steel grades). Machine weld metal in Condition A or H1150; carbide tooling, rigid setups and positive rake — hardness above 40 HRC after H900 makes finishing best done by grinding.

Can ER630-H1100 be welded?

Yes — weldability is rated good (65/100). GTAW/GMAW with Ar or Ar+2% CO₂; preheat 100–150 °C for thick sections, interpass ≤150 °C, low heat input, and PWHT (solution + age) whenever full mechanical properties are required.

What surface finishes work on ER630-H1100?

Passivate (ASTM A967 citric/nitric) or electropolish after removing weld scale; polishes well, and hard chrome or nitriding can be used where wear resistance is needed.

Can ER630-H1100 be formed, bent or molded?

Not a wrought product form; deposited martensitic weld metal has little cold formability — shape by machining rather than bending.

What is the maximum service temperature of ER630-H1100?

ER630-H1100 is rated for continuous use to about 400°C (752 °F). Strength falls off well before that limit — check the elevated-temperature data for load-bearing parts.

What is the difference between ER630-AW and ER630-H900?

AW is the default condition — default condition when PWHT is impossible; gives moderate-high strength low-carbon martensite with limited ductility. H900: maximum strength and hardness for the weld metal; lowest toughness and highest SCC/hydrogen sensitivity. Yield strength is 760 MPa in AW versus 1,170 MPa in H900.

Sources

  1. AWS A5.9/A5.9M Bare Stainless Steel Welding Electrodes and Rods (ER630) — AWS (2017)
  2. ASTM A564/A693 (17-4PH, UNS S17400) — heat treatment conditions H900–H1150M — ASTM (2019)
  3. ASM Handbook Vol.1 Properties and Selection: Irons, Steels, and High-Performance Alloys — ASM International (1990)
  4. 17-4PH Stainless Steel Product Data Bulletin — AK Steel / Cleveland-Cliffs (2020)

Property data is compiled from published supplier and standards handbooks and normalised for comparison. Nothing on this page is a certification — request mill certs, CoC or material test reports with your order.