In the steel processing world, annealed steel strips play a vital role in manufacturing. Through the annealing process, steel is heated and slowly cooled to reduce internal stress, improve ductility, and enhance formability.
Unlike hardened steel, annealed steel strips are soft, flexible, and easy to cut or form — making them indispensable for many downstream industries.
1. What Are Annealed Steel Strips?
Annealed steel strips are cold-rolled steel that have undergone a controlled heat treatment to restore softness and uniform structure.
This process offers:
- Improved ductility and bendability
- Better surface finish and dimensional accuracy
- Excellent machinability and stamping performance
Common materials include high carbon steel (CK75, 65Mn), alloy steel (51CrV4), and stainless steel (301, 420, 430), all available in the annealed condition for secondary processing.
2. Automotive Industry
The automotive industry is one of the largest consumers of annealed steel strips.
Applications include:
- Spring clips and washers
- Brake shims and sealing rings
- Flexible couplings and reinforcement plates
Annealed strips are easy to form and later hardened and tempered to achieve the desired mechanical properties — a process widely used in suspension and engine components manufacturing.
3. Hardware and Tooling
In the hardware sector, manufacturers use annealed strips for parts that need shaping or punching before heat treatment.
Typical uses:
- Measuring tapes and blades (before hardening)
- Saw blade blanks
- Hand tools and fasteners
Because annealed steel can be precisely stamped, it helps reduce cracking and deformation during production.
4. Electronics and Precision Components
In electronics, precision and flexibility are key.
Annealed stainless steel strips — such as 301 and 304 — are ideal for:
- Connector parts
- Battery springs and shielding plates
- Flexible housings and terminals
These strips combine good formability with corrosion resistance, allowing easy processing into fine components.
5. Construction and Architecture
Annealed steel strips also find applications in building materials, including:
- Decorative trim and stainless panels
- Fastening clips
- Flexible joints and sealing strips
Their smooth surface and high ductility make them perfect for bending, welding, and surface polishing in architectural applications.
6. Shoe and Textile Machinery Industry
In shoe manufacturing and textile machinery, annealed spring steel strips are used for:
- Shoe shank supports
- Elastic components
- Cutting and guiding mechanisms
These parts require steel that can be formed into complex shapes before being hardened for long-term durability.
7. Why Choose Annealed Strips from Jiaxiao MTC
At Jiaxiao MTC, we specialize in producing high-quality annealed steel strips with controlled hardness, surface finish, and flatness.
Our advantages include:
- Customized thickness (0.20–3.0 mm) and width (20–500 mm)
- Available in high carbon, alloy, and stainless grades
- Suitable for further hardening, polishing, or coating
Each coil undergoes precise cold rolling and heat treatment, ensuring superior formability and consistency for global customers.
Conclusion
From automotive parts to electronic components and industrial tools, annealed steel strips are the foundation of modern manufacturing.
Their flexibility, smooth surface, and processability make them the ideal starting material before final heat treatment or forming.
If you’re looking for reliable annealed steel strips for your production, Jiaxiao MTC provides tailored solutions for every industry — delivering consistent quality, precision, and performance.
