21CrMoV5-7 vs 21CrMoV5-11 (Werkstoff 1.8070) (EN 10269 Cross-Reference)

21CrMoV5-7 vs 21CrMoV5-11 (Werkstoff 1.8070) cross-reference

21CrMoV5-7 (Werkstoff 1.7709) and 21CrMoV5-11 (Werkstoff 1.8070) are sister grades in EN 10269 with overlapping Cr range but different Mo target. 21CrMoV5-7 has Mo 0.55 to 0.80 percent; 21CrMoV5-11 has Mo 0.90 to 1.10 percent. The higher Mo content of 5-11 gives extended through-thickness hardenability for heavier sections without changing the alloy class.

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At a Glance

21CrMoV5-721CrMoV5-11
Werkstoff number1.77091.8070
StandardEN 10269EN 10269
Service envelopeup to 550 deg Cup to 550 deg C
HardenabilityStandard (OD up to 200 mm)Extended (OD up to 800 mm)
Use caseWorkhorse mid-section boltingHeavy-section forgings and large studs

Chemistry Comparison

Element21CrMoV5-721CrMoV5-11
C0.17 to 0.250.17 to 0.25
Mn0.40 to 0.800.40 to 0.80
Cr1.20 to 1.501.20 to 1.50
Mo0.55 to 0.800.90 to 1.10
V0.20 to 0.350.25 to 0.35

Mechanical Comparison

Property21CrMoV5-721CrMoV5-11
Tensile (Rm)700 to 850 MPa700 to 850 MPa
0.2 percent proof (RT)≥550 MPa≥550 MPa
Effective hardenabilityOD up to 200 mm Q+TOD up to 800 mm Q+T

When to Specify Which

Specify 21CrMoV5-7 for stud bolts, hex bolts and bar diameters up to OD 200 mm where standard hardenability is sufficient. Specify 21CrMoV5-11 for heavy-section forgings (OD 200 to 800 mm) and large-diameter tap studs where through-thickness Q+T transformation is needed to maintain mechanical-property floor at the centre of the section.

Form Availability

Both grades supplied in round bar and the full bolting form-factor range: stud bolts, hex bolts, heavy hex bolts, tap studs, nuts, washers and threaded rod.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is the practical difference between 5-7 and 5-11?
The higher Mo content of 5-11 extends through-thickness hardenability so that thicker sections fully transform to bainite during the oil quench. For OD up to 200 mm fully-hardened, both grades work; above 200 mm 5-11 is preferred.

Q. Are the mechanical-property floors the same?
Yes. Both grades have identical Rp0.2 (>=550 MPa), Rm (700 to 850 MPa), elongation (>=16 percent) and Charpy V impact (>=63 J) floors to EN 10269. The chemistry difference shows up in the maximum effective section thickness.

Q. Is 21CrMoV5-11 more expensive than 21CrMoV5-7?
Slightly. The higher Mo content costs more per kg of finished material. For sections where 5-7 is adequate, 5-7 is the cost choice. Above OD 200 mm, 5-11 is the only option for fully-hardened delivery.

Q. Do you supply both grades from the same mill?
Yes. The bar mills that supply 21CrMoV5-7 also supply 21CrMoV5-11 (BGH, Boden, Rodacciai, Virgamet). Dual-source on call-out for project consolidation.

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