Ratings Comparison
Strength
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
5/10
AA 5056 Aluminum Alloy
4/10
Corrosion Resistance
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
3/10
AA 5056 Aluminum Alloy
6/10
Lightweight
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
5/10
AA 5056 Aluminum Alloy
9/10
Machinability
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
6/10
AA 5056 Aluminum Alloy
8/10
Cost Efficiency
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
9/10
AA 5056 Aluminum Alloy
7/10
Temperature Resistance
42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel
7/10
AA 5056 Aluminum Alloy
4/10
Properties Comparison
| Property | 42CrMo vs 4140 vs 42CrMo4 (EN 1.7225) Steel | AA 5056 Aluminum Alloy |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Base | Steel | Aluminum |
| Tensile Strength | — | 340.0 MPa |
| Yield Strength | — | — |
| Elongation | — | — |
| Hardness (Brinell) | — | — |
| Elastic Modulus | — | — |
| Density | — | — |
| Melting Point | — | — |
| Thermal Conductivity | — | — |
| Weldable | — | — |
| Heat Treatable | — | — |
| Magnetic | — | — |