Sound Speed Solids
Reference data and engineering information about sound speed solids for acoustics applications.
soundspeedsolids
Overview
Speed of sound in various solid materials. The speed depends on the elastic modulus and density of the material.
Data Table
31 rows
material |
|---|
| Aluminum |
| Beryllium |
| Brass |
| Copper |
| Gold |
| Iron (cast) |
| Iron (wrought) |
| Lead |
| Magnesium |
| Molybdenum |
| Nickel |
| Platinum |
| Silver |
| Steel (carbon) |
| Steel (stainless) |
| Tin |
| Titanium |
| Tungsten |
| Zinc |
| Glass (crown) |
| Glass (flint) |
| Concrete |
| Granite |
| Marble |
| Rubber (hard) |
| Rubber (soft) |
| Wood (hardwood) |
| Wood (softwood) |
| Ice |
| Plexiglass |
| Polyethylene |
Source: engineeringtoolbox.com
Notes
- Values are at standard conditions unless otherwise noted
- Always verify values for critical applications