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Metal Strength Chart
Comprehensive metal strength chart for steel, aluminum, copper, titanium, and alloys. Compare tensile strength, yield strength, hardness, and typical applications for engineering and manufacturing.
Metal Strength Table |
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Metal Type |
Tensile Strength (MPa) |
Yield Strength (MPa) |
Hardness (HV / Brinell) |
Typical Applications |
Notes |
| Carbon Steel (mild) | 400–550 | 250–350 | 120–180 HB | Machinery, structural parts | Easy to machine, economical |
| Carbon Steel (high-strength) | 700–1200 | 500–1000 | 200–400 HB | Automotive, heavy machinery | Heat-treatable, high load capacity |
| Alloy Steel | 600–1500 | 400–1200 | 200–450 HB | Aerospace, automotive, tooling | Alloyed for strength, wear resistance |
| Stainless Steel (304) | 520–750 | 215–505 | 170–220 HB | Food equipment, medical devices, architecture | Corrosion-resistant, good formability |
| Stainless Steel (316) | 515–690 | 205–290 | 160–210 HB | Marine, chemical, medical | High corrosion resistance |
| Aluminum 6061-T6 | 290–310 | 240–270 | 95–105 HB | Aerospace, automotive, electronics | Lightweight, moderate strength |
| Aluminum 5052 | 190–230 | 130–190 | 60–80 HB | Sheet metal, marine | Good corrosion resistance, moderate strength |
| Copper (C110) | 210–220 | 69–100 | 50–60 HB | Electrical components, plumbing | Excellent conductivity |
| Brass (C360) | 350–500 | 200–300 | 120–180 HB | Hardware, decorative, electrical | Machinable, corrosion-resistant |
| Titanium (Grade 2) | 345–450 | 275–345 | 160–180 HB | Aerospace, medical, high-performance parts | Lightweight, corrosion-resistant |
| Titanium (Grade 5 / Ti-6Al-4V) | 900–1100 | 830–880 | 340–380 HB | Aerospace, high-strength applications | High strength-to-weight ratio |
| Tool Steel (D2) | 1100–1600 | 800–1400 | 580–620 HB | Dies, punches, cutting tools | Wear-resistant, hardenable |
Strength Classification by Metal Type
1. Ferrous Metals
- Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Stainless Steel, Tool Steel
- Characteristics: High tensile & yield, magnetic (except stainless), heat-treatable
- Applications: Structural parts, machinery, automotive, tooling
2. Non-Ferrous Metals
- Aluminum, Copper, Brass, Titanium
- Characteristics: Lightweight, corrosion-resistant, non-magnetic, conductive
- Applications: Aerospace, electronics, marine, decorative
How to Use This Chart
- Select by application load: Check tensile and yield strength for structural or mechanical parts.
- Consider hardness: High hardness metals for wear-resistant or tooling applications.
- Check corrosion and weight: Aluminum and titanium for lightweight or corrosive environments.
- Factor manufacturability: Copper and brass for easy machining; steel for heat treatment.
Notes
- Tensile and yield values are approximate and depend on alloy, temper, and heat treatment.
- Hardness is given as typical HV (Vickers) or HB (Brinell) values.
- Always consult material datasheets for precise design calculations.
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