Elastic modulus
E = stress / strain
E = sigma / epsilon
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Youngs Modulus of Common Materials
Search and compare elastic modulus values for common engineering materials used in stiffness, deflection, and structural calculations.
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Reference table
Youngs modulus table
| Material | Group | Youngs Modulus (GPa) | Youngs Modulus (106 psi) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | Metal | 69 | 10.0 | Common aluminum reference value |
| Carbon Steel | Metal | 200 | 29.0 | Typical structural and machine steel |
| Stainless Steel | Metal | 190 | 27.6 | Typical austenitic stainless steel |
| Copper | Metal | 110 | 16.0 | Annealed copper varies by temper |
| Brass | Metal | 100 | 14.5 | Copper-zinc alloy family |
| Titanium | Metal | 116 | 16.8 | Common titanium reference value |
| Cast Iron | Metal | 100 | 14.5 | Grade dependent |
| Glass | Ceramic | 70 | 10.2 | Soda-lime glass reference |
| Alumina Ceramic | Ceramic | 380 | 55.1 | Dense technical ceramic |
| Polyethylene (PE) | Polymer | 0.8 | 0.12 | Varies by grade and temperature |
| Polycarbonate (PC) | Polymer | 2.0 | 0.29 | Engineering thermoplastic |
| Concrete | Construction | 30 | 4.4 | Strongly mix dependent |
| Wood Along Grain | Wood | 11 | 1.6 | Species and moisture dependent |
Formulas
Youngs modulus formulas
Related elastic constants
G = E / [2(1 + nu)]
K = E / [3(1 - 2nu)]
Youngs modulus values are typical reference values. Use grade-specific datasheets for final deflection or stress analysis.
Reference
How engineers use Youngs modulus
Stiffness
Youngs modulus measures resistance to elastic deformation under normal stress.
Deflection
Beam, shaft, and plate deflection calculations depend strongly on elastic modulus.
FEA inputs
Elastic modulus is a core material input for linear finite element models.
Material selection
Higher modulus materials are stiffer for the same geometry.
FAQ
Youngs modulus questions
What is Youngs modulus of steel?
A common reference value for carbon steel is about 200 GPa.
What is Youngs modulus of aluminum?
A common reference value for aluminum is about 69 GPa.
Is Youngs modulus the same as stiffness?
Youngs modulus is a material stiffness property; actual part stiffness also depends on geometry.
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