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.AISI 1086 is a high-carbon water of oil-hardening steel of low hardenability. It is used for music wire, tools springs, machinery parts and many other applications. It develops high surface hardness on quenching and tempering lightly and has good wear resistance.