Materials Comparison
1/2″ dia. round bar, 12″ long
| TYPE OF MATERIAL | TENSILE STRENGTH | YIELD STRENGTH | WEIGHT PER FT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum 6061 T6 | 42,000 | 37,000 | 0.24 |
| Stainless Steel 303 | 100,000 | 60,000 | 0.67 |
| Steel 1018 CRS | 85,000 | 70,000 | 0.67 |
| Plastic – Delrin | 9000 | 8000 | 0.12 |
| Titanium 6AL 4V | 138,000 | 128,000 | 0.384 |
| Brass 360 | 50,000 | 18,000 | 0.74 |
1/4″ thick plate, 12×12″
| TYPE OF MATERIAL | TENSILE STRENGTH | YIELD STRENGTH | WEIGHT PER FT |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | 42,000 | 37,000 | 3.52 |
| Stainless Steel | 100,000 | 60,000 | 10.21 |
| Steel H.R. | 60,000 | 36,000 | 10.21 |
| Plastic – Delrin | 9000 | 8000 | 1.83 |
| Titanium 6AL 4V | 138,000 | 128,000 | 5.87 |
| Brass 260 | 50,000 | 18,000 | 11.3 |