View Sample Alloy Digest Data Sheet (PDF)Since 1952, Alloy Digest has been the leading reference for materials property data on metals and alloys used throughout the world. Featuring graphs, charts and tables, these sheets give facts and figures on composition or characterization, physical and mechanical properties, heat treatment, and machinability.K. E. 839 is a chromium, high-carbon tool steel recommended for bearings, shear blades, taps, gauges, swaging dies and other tool applications requiring good abrasions resistance.