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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
Speed of sound in various solid materials
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

References