Stainless Steel Bars & Rods

Applications for 416 stainless steel rods are pump shafts, valve components and automatic screw machine parts. Its properties are that this is considered a “free processing variant” of 410, with effective corrosion resistance to natural food acids, alkaline salts, water and most atmospheres.

The standard for ASTM A276 specification covers both, hot -finished or cold-finished stainless steel bars with the exception of re-forged bars. The ASTM A276 Type 304 is one of the most commonly used and versatile grades of stainless steel.

Applications for 410 stainless steel rods are valve and pump parts, fasteners, cutlery, turbine parts and bushings.

Stainless steel is not particularly ductile or ductile, certainly not heavily annealed, but quite suitable for welding. Stainless steel bars are hygienic, low maintenance and non-reactive with many substances, and importantly, this includes most foods ¨C stainless steel does not contaminate taste or color, which is why it is so commonly used in kitchen settings and cookware.

Grade 304 stainless steel rods have become a favorite of manufacturers – often used to make safety gratings, frames, tools, shafts, gears and items required in the construction industry.

Another advantage of grade 304 stainless steel bar over grade 303 is that it is slightly harder and has better corrosion resistance. Because of this, grade 304 stainless steel bar is used in large quantities in the manufacture of fasteners and fixtures such as nuts, bolts, washers, clips, fittings and clamps. Products made from grade 304 stainless steel in the fastener industry are often referred to as “A2”.

Stainless steel round bar, as the name suggests, is a product made of different grades of stainless steel material. Depending on the grade of stainless steel, they can be used in various industries. These round bars have high strength, and due to their high chromium content, they are effectively resistant to corrosion.

Stainless steel bars are manufactured through a forging process. Here, the steel passes through several rolls and raw materials such as billets and blooms are heated to around 1200 degrees Celsius. It exceeds the recrystallization temperature of steel.

Stainless steel forged bars are harder and more durable. They are versatile and therefore available for a wide range of services.

Cold-drawn stainless steel bars are cold-finished, which means they are further processed after hot rolling. The hot-rolled and cold-drawn process helps improve bar dimensional tolerances, straightness, surface appearance, and overall physical properties. These SS bars are the most accurate compared to hot rolled bars. They have a smooth surface finish.

Polished stainless steel bars are made of 304 stainless steel. They have good machinability, good formability and excellent weldability. They also show good corrosion resistance. These rebars are used in a variety of architectural and structural applications. Instead of working wheels, these bars are polished with leather chain straps. This is done for a smoother and brighter surface. They are also available in a mirror finish.

316 stainless steel round bars are ideal for most machining techniques and for indoor and outdoor applications. AISI 316 stainless steel is a non-magnetic, high-strength material with excellent corrosion resistance. 316 is slightly stronger than 303 and 304 stainless steel. Making it ideal for the food and pharmaceutical industries, as well as in areas involving marine environments, aerospace, process equipment, chemicals or other aggressive substances.

Stainless steel round bars are also sometimes called bright bars or solid bars. Since it is made of stainless steel containing chromium, this product has excellent corrosion resistance. Those grades with higher alloy content have the added benefit of being highly resistant to acid, chlorine and alkaline solutions. These properties, combined with inherent strength and longevity, have helped make stainless steel round bars popular in industries such as transportation, construction, automotive, and petrochemicals.

Round bars can be manufactured using cold-finishing or hot-finishing processes, and are often available in many different grades and diameters, making them suitable for many different applications. Grade 303 – This is generally considered the best grade for machining, so is naturally popular in projects that require a lot of machining.

Grade 304 – This is a standard “18/8” stainless steel with excellent forming and welding characteristics. 304L is a low carbon version of 304 and does not require post weld annealing. This makes it ideal for heavy components.

Grade 316 – Second only to 304 among austenitic stainless steels, this is the standard molybdenum-containing stainless steel, which means it has better overall corrosion resistance than 304, especially pitting and corrosion commonly found in chloride environments crevice corrosion. It has excellent forming and welding characteristics.

316 stainless steel round bar has a very wide range of industrial applications due to its unique performance characteristics, including excellent corrosion resistance and easy formability. Grade 316 stainless steel is differentiated by its molybdenum content, which supports its excellent resistance to oxidation. Grade 316L is a reduced carbon version of the standard Grade 316 and is recommended for applications requiring allergy resistance.

Grade 316L is a low carbon version of grade 316 stainless steel with increased resistance to surface corrosion and can be used in the same temperature range. It is also more commonly used in applications that require large size components to be welded. Although the 316/316L is widely considered the default choice for applications requiring marine grade products, it has reduced performance in warm salt water.

Grade 304 (aka 1.4301, 1.4037, 18/8, A2) Stainless Steel Round Bars
Grade 304 is the most popular stainless grade. These round bars are easily TIG, ARC and MIG welded and can also be brazed. While grade 304 is not a machinable grade of stainless steel (grade 303 is best for machining), it can be machined under the right conditions.

Grade 304 is essentially an all-purpose alloy, it is tough, has good corrosion resistance and is easy to machine. The alloy also has excellent welding properties. Stainless steel round bars are fairly versatile parts and can be used in a variety of applications.

A sharp tool is required, and the correct speed and feed are very important – taking care to ensure the cut is deep enough to clear the surface is a must, as excessive contact can harden the material.

Grade 316 is known for its toughness and excellent corrosion resistance. This alloy has proven useful in many metal engineering projects, especially in exterior and coastal applications and where welding is required. Machining at level 316 is a little more difficult, but can be done successfully with the right tools.

Stainless steel bar offers a range of unique advantages for numerous industries and applications around the world. The advantages of stainless steel bar include long material life, corrosion resistance, attractive appearance, ease of manufacture, impact resistance and long-term value. Stainless steel is one of the most widely used metals in modern construction.

316 is an austenitic chrome nickel steel with superior corrosion resistance to that of other chrome nickel steels.

A round bar is a long cylindrical metal bar stock that has many industrial and commercial applications. The most common application is shafts. Products are usually measured by measuring their diameter. Standard diameters range from 1/4″ all the way up to 24″. Other sizes may be available.

Our stainless steel round bar stock ranges from 1/8¡± to 24¡± diameter. We are the industry leader in long bar stock ranging from 20′-24′ R/L. This means we are able to supply stainless steel for projects requiring lengths longer than the industry standard 12′. The long length also provides flexibility in part length, often leaving excess scrap on the standard 12′ length.

Stainless steel round bars have a variety of applications. They are used in everything from construction to automotive components. Due to its versatility, HT PIPE offers stainless steel round bars in various grades and sizes. With our free state-of-the-art cutting service, we can meet your requirements precisely every time.

Stainless steel round bars are available in three grades. 304 is the most common grade with easy weldability, good formability and corrosion resistance. Grade 316 offers excellent corrosion resistance, making it ideal for harsh environments such as salt water or heavy industrial areas. Like grade 304, it is also easy to weld, but more difficult to machine. Finally, grade 303 is easier to machine, drill and cut than other grades. However, it is not as suitable for welding as grades 304 and 316.

Stainless steel round bars can be easily ordered in various sizes. Simply select the desired steel grade and we will supply bars in lengths from 500mm to 3m and diameters from 3mm to 50mm. We can even offer you an ordering option for metric or imperial measurements.

This rod is also known as a stainless steel rod. The application of the bar depends on the requirements of the application and the grade of the material. There are different specifications that also specify production and application types. ASTM A276 Stainless Steel Bar is the specification for hot rolled and cold drawn bar, except for forged bar. It can have different shapes like circle, square, hexagon and other extruded shapes.