1095 Spring Steel
Properties: This is a high carbon alloy of the plain carbon steel family. It is intended for high hardness and strength, but also tends to be brittle.
Application: Typically used for springs or cutting tools requiring sharp cutting edges such as grass or grain cutting tools
Chemical composition (average %) of AISI 1095 Carbon Steel (DIN 1.1274)
| Carbon (C) | 0.9 - 1.03 |
| Silicon (Si) | - |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.3-0.5 |
| Chromium (Ch) | - |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | - |
| Vanadium (V) | - |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.04 max |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.05 max |
Obtainable hardness: 43 - 45 Rc