Tantalum wire, 0.203mm (0.008in) dia, hard, 99.9% (metals basis) - FAQs

What does "hard" mean for the following tantalum wire product: Tantalum wire, 0.203 mm (0.008 in.) dia, hard, 99.9% (metals basis)?

"Hard" tantalum wire refers to the tensile strength, which is >1,000 Mpa.