Stainless Steel S46910-A (Solution annealed)
Temper
UNS S46910
Supply condition for machining, cold drawing or forming before ageing.
Values for the A condition
Other S46910 tempers and conditions
S46910 is listed in 5 conditions; see the grade overview at S46910.
Compare all 5 conditionsHide
| Condition · open for datasheet | Best for | Yield MPa | Tensile MPa | Elong. % | Hardness | Conductivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
AThis page Solution annealed | Supply condition for machining, cold drawing or forming before ageing. | 830 | 1,030 | 16 | 33 HRC | — |
Half hard | Intermediate cold-worked strip/wire supplied for coiling or forming prior to ageing. | 1,340 | 1,450 | 6 | 45 HRC | — |
Full hard | Maximum cold work before ageing; used where the highest post-age strength is required. | 1,620 | 1,720 | 4 | 49 HRC | — |
1/2H + Aged | Balanced condition: ~1900 MPa strength with better ductility and toughness than fully hard + aged. | 1,860 | 1,930 | 8 | 53 HRC | — |
FH+ADefault FH + Aged | Peak-strength delivery condition (≈2050–2100 MPa) for aerospace fasteners, springs and shafts. | 2,000 | 2,070 | 6 | 55 HRC | — |
What is S46910-A?
S46910-A is S46910 in the A temper — supply condition for machining, cold drawing or forming before ageing. S46910-A has a yield strength of 830 MPa (120 ksi) and a tensile strength of 1,030 MPa (149 ksi) — stronger than 97% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 16% and the elastic modulus is 200 GPa (29 Msi). S46910-A has a density of 7.85 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³), heavier than 59% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,400°C (2,552 °F). FH+A is the default condition FabDigit quotes; A is available on request or by drawing note.
Advantages
- High strength — 830 MPa (120 ksi), better than 97% of stainless steel grades
- Polishes to a fine finish — 80/100, better than 89% of stainless steel grades
Limitations
- Limited ductility — 16%, worse than 88% of stainless steel grades
- Limited service temperature — 400°C (752 °F), worse than 78% of stainless steel grades
- High embodied carbon — 5.5 kg CO₂/kg, worse than 77% of stainless steel grades
S46910-A properties
Typical room-temperature values for S46910-A; 17 are specific to this condition. Other listed values are S46910 reference data and may not represent this condition. Bars are the position among stainless steel grades.
Physical3
S46910-A has a density of 7.85 g/cm³ (0.284 lb/in³), heavier than 59% of stainless steel grades. It melts at 1,400°C (2,552 °F).
Mechanical15
S46910-A has a yield strength of 830 MPa (120 ksi) and a tensile strength of 1,030 MPa (149 ksi) — stronger than 97% of stainless steel grades. Elongation at break is 16% and the elastic modulus is 200 GPa (29 Msi).
Thermal6
S46910-A is rated for continuous service to 400°C (752 °F). It conducts heat at 16 W/m·K (9.24 BTU/hr·ft·°F), better than 58% of stainless steel grades. Thermal expansion is 10.5 µm/m·K (5.83 µin/in·°F).
Electrical3
S46910-A conducts electricity at 2.2 % IACS, worse than 61% of stainless steel grades.
Chemical & Environmental3
Corrosion resistance is good (60/100), worse than 58% of stainless steel grades.
Sustainability4
Producing a kilogram of S46910-A takes about 70 MJ of energy and emits 5.5 kg of CO₂ — more than 81% of stainless steel grades. Typical recycled content is 25%.
Manufacturability7
S46910-A's machinability is fair (38/100, better than 63% of stainless steel grades); weldability good (65/100); formability fair (45/100).
Values are nominal handbook figures for design screening. Confirm any required mill or lot documentation when quoting.
Working with S46910-A
Is S46910 easy to machine?
Machine in the annealed condition with rigid setups, positive-rake carbide and heavy flood coolant; aged material at 53–57 HRC needs ceramic/CBN or grinding.
Can S46910 be welded?
GTAW/EBW with matching or no filler is feasible on annealed material; re-solution treat and age after welding to restore strength, and avoid welding in the aged condition.
Can S46910 be formed, bent or molded?
Cold form, coil or draw in the annealed or half-hard state; full-hard and aged material has very limited ductility and should only be finish-ground.
What surface finishes work on S46910?
Passivate per AMS 2700/ASTM A967 after machining; takes a fine polish, and any plating must use low-hydrogen processes plus bake to avoid embrittlement at 2000 MPa.
S46910 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.
| Element | Spec limit (wt %) | Nominal |
|---|---|---|
| Cultra-low carbon, VIM/VAR melt | ≤ 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Cr | 10.5 – 11.5 | 11 |
| Ni | 7.5 – 8.5 | 8 |
| Mopitting resistance + strengthening | 4.5 – 5.5 | 5 |
| Tiprincipal precipitation strengthener (Ni3Ti) | 1 – 1.5 | 1.2 |
| Al | ≤ 0.4 | 0.25 |
| Mn | ≤ 0.25 | 0.1 |
| Si | ≤ 0.25 | 0.1 |
| P | ≤ 0.02 | — |
| S | ≤ 0.01 | — |
| Fe | balance | — |
S46910-A — frequently asked
What is S46910-A used for?
S46910-A is typically used for aerospace structural fasteners, high-strength shafts and landing gear parts. In short: highest-strength PH stainless; 55 HRC peak hardness; very limited formability.
What is the yield strength of S46910-A?
S46910-A has a typical yield strength of 830 MPa (120 ksi) and a tensile strength of 1,030 MPa (149 ksi) — stronger than 97% of stainless steel grades. Strength varies by condition: see the 5 listed tempers.
Is S46910-A easy to machine?
Not especially — machinability is rated fair (38/100, better than 63% of stainless steel grades). Machine in the annealed condition with rigid setups, positive-rake carbide and heavy flood coolant; aged material at 53–57 HRC needs ceramic/CBN or grinding.
Can S46910-A be welded?
Yes — weldability is rated good (65/100). GTAW/EBW with matching or no filler is feasible on annealed material; re-solution treat and age after welding to restore strength, and avoid welding in the aged condition.
What surface finishes work on S46910-A?
Passivate per AMS 2700/ASTM A967 after machining; takes a fine polish, and any plating must use low-hydrogen processes plus bake to avoid embrittlement at 2000 MPa.
Can S46910-A be formed, bent or molded?
Cold form, coil or draw in the annealed or half-hard state; full-hard and aged material has very limited ductility and should only be finish-ground.
What is the maximum service temperature of S46910-A?
S46910-A 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 S46910 FH+A and S46910-A?
FH+A is the default condition — peak-strength delivery condition (≈2050–2100 MPa) for aerospace fasteners, springs and shafts. A: supply condition for machining, cold drawing or forming before ageing. Yield strength is 2,000 MPa in FH+A versus 830 MPa in A.
Sources
- Custom 475 Stainless (UNS S46910) alloy data — Carpenter Technology (2020)
- UNS S46910 designation, Metals & Alloys in the Unified Numbering System — SAE/ASTM (2017)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 1: Properties and Selection — Irons, Steels and High-Performance Alloys (PH stainless chapter) — ASM International (1990)
- ASM Handbook Vol. 13B: Corrosion — Materials (stainless steels) — ASM International (2005)
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.