I don't know why but I've been in this force of habit getting some of
my small parts quoted in 5052 aluminum.

I just compared the price of a certain part done in steel and I'm
saving over 50%

My question is this --

What is the typical (common) grade of steel that is used in parts
where the thickness is anyhwere from 050 to 062 (all I ever use) and
the part may also have some 90 degree bends, some small holes etc.

Typical (and most inexpensive) material for electronic chassis and the
like.

The grade I used for the quote was 4130... but I see others....

1008
1018
A36
12L14

all at at even greater savings.

THANKS for your expert answer.