Ratings Comparison
Strength
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
5/10
AA 5556 Aluminum Alloy
4/10
Corrosion Resistance
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
7/10
AA 5556 Aluminum Alloy
6/10
Lightweight
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
5/10
AA 5556 Aluminum Alloy
9/10
Machinability
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
4/10
AA 5556 Aluminum Alloy
8/10
Cost Efficiency
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
6/10
AA 5556 Aluminum Alloy
7/10
Temperature Resistance
7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel
7/10
AA 5556 Aluminum Alloy
4/10
Properties Comparison
| Property | 7Cr17 Steel (68Cr17) High Carbon Stainless Steel | AA 5556 Aluminum Alloy |
|---|---|---|
| Metal Base | Stainless Steel | Aluminum |
| Tensile Strength | — | 294.0 MPa |
| Yield Strength | — | 208.0 MPa |
| Elongation | — | — |
| Hardness (Brinell) | — | — |
| Elastic Modulus | — | — |
| Density | — | — |
| Melting Point | — | — |
| Thermal Conductivity | — | — |
| Weldable | — | — |
| Heat Treatable | — | — |
| Magnetic | — | — |