These sheets have a softened temper, which is also known as annealed, so they can be easily formed into shape and then heat treated for spring properties.

These sheets have a softened temper, which is also known as annealed, so they can be easily formed into shape and then heat treated for spring properties.

Also known as music wire.

Containing more carbon than low-carbon steel—but less than 1095 spring steel—1050 spring steel is easily formed into parts such as washers, brackets, and springs before being hardened for use.