Materials Database

Reviewed reference densities for theoretical shape-weight calculations. Select a material in the calculator, then verify the actual product certificate where weight is critical.

REFERENCE DENSITY DATA

Material context for theoretical stock-weight estimates.

These values are reviewed nominal densities for calculator use, not complete material specifications. Grade, condition, composition, porosity, coating, temperature and product standard can affect actual mass.

Mild SteelGeneral low-carbon steel · Steel7,850 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
Carbon SteelGeneral carbon steel · Steel7,850 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
Stainless Steel 304AISI 304 / EN 1.4301 · Austenitic stainless steel7,930 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
Stainless Steel 316AISI 316 / EN 1.4401 · Austenitic stainless steel8,000 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
Aluminium 6061AA 6061 · Aluminium alloy2,700 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
Aluminium 6082AA 6082 · Aluminium alloy2,700 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
BrassGeneral brass · Copper alloy8,500 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
CopperGeneral commercial copper · Copper8,960 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
BronzeGeneral bronze · Copper alloy8,800 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
TitaniumCommercially pure reference · Titanium4,510 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
NylonGeneral engineering nylon · Engineering plastic1,150 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
POM / AcetalGeneral homopolymer or copolymer · Engineering plastic1,410 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
PTFEGeneral PTFE · Engineering plastic2,200 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
PEEKGeneral PEEK · Engineering plastic1,320 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
HDPEGeneral HDPE · Engineering plastic950 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
PVCRigid PVC reference · Engineering plastic1,380 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
PolycarbonateGeneral PC · Engineering plastic1,200 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.
ABSGeneral ABS · Engineering plastic1,040 kg/m³Reviewed reference density · Reference density compiled from standard engineering material handbooks; confirm the supplied product certificate before weight-critical use.

Do not infer strength, corrosion resistance, machinability, equivalence or suitability from this density reference. Use source-controlled supplier or design-standard data for a real project.

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