Ratings Comparison
Strength
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
5/10
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
5/10
Corrosion Resistance
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
3/10
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
7/10
Lightweight
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
5/10
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
5/10
Machinability
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
6/10
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
4/10
Cost Efficiency
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
9/10
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
6/10
Temperature Resistance
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
7/10
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
7/10
Properties Comparison
| Property | 42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel | 7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Base | Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Tensile Strength | — | — |
| Yield Strength | — | — |
| Elongation | — | — |
| Hardness (Brinell) | — | — |
| Elastic Modulus | — | — |
| Density | — | — |
| Melting Point | — | — |
| Thermal Conductivity | — | — |
| Weldable | — | — |
| Heat Treatable | — | — |
| Magnetic | — | — |