Stainless Steel Bar

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Professional Team
Jiangsu Shimao Yatai Steel Co.,ltd is a manufacturer and exporter dedicated to stainless steel industry for decades. With improving sales and service experience, we have now built strong business relationships with clients at home and abroad.

 

Wide Range of Products
Our main products are featuring stainless steel sheet, coil, bar, pipe, flat steel, square steel, angel steel, channel steel, hexagonal rod, etc. Our processing includes mirror surface, common wire drawing, oil mill, titanium coating, etching checked plate and other customized processing.

 

Advanced Equipment
We have our own roll slitting equipment and shock wave device. If our customer need a coil weighs 4 tons, we can split it on our own. Other processing requirements can also be satisfied.

 

Quality Control
We control the product quality critically for every step during the manufacturing. We offer technical data sheet on our products that can guarantee the quality.

 

What Is Stainless Steel Bar

 

 

Stainless steel bar stock is a metal alloy that contains at least 10.5% chromium and enough nickel to make it hardenable. Stainless steel bar stock has a higher resistance to corrosion than carbon steel bars because of the alloying mixture's higher chromium and nickel content. This makes it less brittle than a carbon steel bar, so it can be used for certain machine parts without breaking as easily under stress from temperature changes or mechanical shock.

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Advantages of Stainless Steel Bars

Here are the main advantages of stainless steel rods:


High strength
Has high strength and durability that offers the capability to withstand heavy loads and stress without breaking.


Corrosion resistance
Highly resistant to corrosion due to the chromium content in it. Ideal for usage in harsh environments where higher corrosion resistance and strength are required.


Hygiene
Stainless steel bars are easy to clean and have various hygiene properties, making them a great choice for hospitals and the food industry when cleanliness and protection from harmful bacteria are essential.


Aesthetic appearance
Provides a sleek and high-quality appearance, hence, popular for decorative applications and heavy-duty industrial use.

Resistance to heat

Due to high heat resistance, it can maintain its strength and shape at the highest temperatures

Long service life:

Stainless steel bars are highly durable, require minimal maintenance, and reduce frequent replacements, which ultimately increase the lifespan of the product.

Recyclability

Stainless steel rods are easily recyclable without losing their quality and performance. This helps in conserving natural resources and reducing energy consumption, making them a sustainable choice for industries.

 

Stainless Steel Bar Grades

The 'grade' of a stainless alloy product denotes precisely what its intended application or environmental resistance will be, and this is dictated by both the specific chemical/elemental makeup of the alloy in question, as well as any finishing or treatment process it has undergone after casting.
Stainless steel grading systems are intended to give users an indication of both the subtype of alloy used, and the range of applications a product is therefore suited to. You'll typically see them written as numbers, occasionally numbers and letters, with a few common examples being:

304 stainless steel

Denotes general-purpose austenitic alloy

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309 stainless steel

Denotes high temperature-suitable stainless steel

02

430 stainless steel

Denotes ferritic stainless steel for use in food-grade applications

03

316/316L stainless steel

Denotes suitability for '316' (chemical) applications, where the 'L' additionally indicates suitability for welding

04

15-5 PH stainless steel

Denotes precipitation-hardened (thus PH) stainless steel for use in valves, fittings and fasteners

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Types of Stainless Steel Bar

All bars start as round bar stock before being sized and drawn through the coil line to create precise cross-sectional shapes.

304l Stainless Steel Round Bar
309 Stainless Steel Round Bar
10mm Stainless Steel Round Bar
12mm Stainless Steel Round Bar

Round bar
Round bars can be used to produce a wide range of consumer and commercial products, structural components, and more. The rounded edges are finished to eliminate the risk of sharp edges down the length of the material. We provide round bar stock made from different stainless steel varieties, such as: 303 stainless steel, which responds well to machining and resists corrosion; 304 stainless steel, which is versatile and heat-resistant; and 316 stainless steel, which has a high molybdenum content to withstand corrosion in marine, outdoor, and chemically caustic environments.


Square bar
Square bars are categorized by their size, or the length of one side of its face. Square bars are commonly used as piers and supports in industrial or construction applications, though they can also be used in ornamental fabrications. Square bars are durable, strong, resistant to damage, and versatile.


Hex bar
Hex bars are available in an array of sizes and lengths, and they have a hexagonal cross-section. Size is categorized by the distance from one flat face to the flat face on the opposite side of the steel hex bar, rather than the length of a given face.


Because of the bar's hexagonal shape, it's commonly used to produce volumes of fasteners, such as washers, nuts, and other fittings. The lengths of bar can be cut down to size and then drilled or machined to create threaded openings throughout its length.


Flat bar
Flat stainless steel bars are generally available in two varieties: Edge-treated bars with sheared, cost-effective edges that are then smoothed as the bar is flattened; and the stainless steel flat bars, which are uniformly produced through hot rolling, annealing, and pickling or cold drawing. Edge-treated flat bars are cost effective, while true bars are precise and sharp. Stainless steel flat bars are available in many sizes, thicknesses, and stainless steel alloys.

 

Stainless Steel Bar Specifications
 

 

Stainless Steel Bar Length

2 to 6 meters or 8 to 20 feet

SS Rod Chamfering

Available in 30, 45 & 60 degree thru fully automatic both-end chamfering machine

Ultrasonic Test of ASTM A276 Threaded Rod

As per ASTM A-388, EN 10308 (class 1 to 4), API 6A/ISO it is 100% tested thru Digital Ultrasonic Flaw Detector,
10423:2003-PSL 3, MIL STD 2154, SEP 1920:1984

SS Round Bar Size Tolerances

11

Tolerance of Cold Rolled SS Round Bar Length

Stock in special cut to length bar in tolerance – 0/+10mm (-0 +0.5 inch)

Surface Finish of Cold Rolled SS Bar

Cold drawn or Belt polished condition

Bar Heat Treatment

Annealed and Solution Annealed

 

Stainless Steel Capillary Pipe

 

Composition of Stainless Steel Bar

Stainless steel bar is typically composed of steel which has been produced by alloying numerous metals together with at least 10% of chromium. Chromium can be easily utilized in other shapes or forms. Other than chromium, it is usually composed of differing amounts of nickel, nitrogen, and molybdenum, which affect its properties.


The chromium oxide forms the thin layer on the outside of the steel which is unnoticeable by the naked eye, which is self-healing if scratched and bendable. Its re-healing properties are only active when in touch with the oxygen gas when the steel is in use in a non-oxygenated environment such as underwater, corrosion may happen more easily.

 

Typical Applications for Stainless Steel Bars

 

Marine hardware: Stainless steel bars are widely used in the marine industry to produce various hardware components, such as cleats, anchors, and boat fittings. Stainless steel's corrosion resistance makes it ideal for withstanding the harsh, corrosive conditions of saltwater environments.


Fasteners: Stainless steel bars are employed to create fasteners like bolts, screws, and nuts. Their corrosion resistance and durability ensure that fasteners maintain their integrity even in outdoor or corrosive settings.


Structural supports: In construction and engineering, stainless steel bars are used as structural supports in buildings and infrastructure. They offer strength and stability in applications like bridges, high-rise buildings, and other structural elements.


Food and beverage industry equipment: Stainless steel bars are a preferred material for manufacturing equipment used in the food and beverage industry. They are used to create conveyor systems, processing equipment, and storage tanks due to their hygienic properties, resistance to corrosion, and ease of cleaning.


Architectural railings: In architectural design, stainless steel bars are employed to create railings for buildings and public spaces. Their aesthetic appeal, durability, and corrosion resistance make them a popular choice for both interior and exterior railings.


Automotive components: Stainless steel bars are used in the automotive industry for various components, including exhaust systems, axles, and suspension components. Their resistance to heat, corrosion, and mechanical stress is crucial for ensuring the reliability and longevity of automotive parts.


Machine parts: Machine shops and manufacturers use stainless steel bars to fabricate machine parts and components. Stainless steel's durability and resistance to wear and tear make it suitable for use in various machinery and equipment.


Medical equipment: Stainless steel bars are utilized in the medical industry to manufacture surgical instruments, medical devices, and equipment. They offer biocompatibility, ease of sterilization, and resistance to corrosion, ensuring the safety and hygiene of medical tools.


Oil and gas industry: In the oil and gas sector, stainless steel bars are used for components like valves, pipes, and drilling equipment. Stainless steel's resistance to corrosion and extreme temperatures is critical for withstanding the demanding conditions of this industry.


Aviation components: Stainless steel bars are employed in aviation for various components, including landing gear, engine parts, and structural elements. Their lightweight properties, high strength, and resistance to corrosion are essential for ensuring the safety and performance of aircraft.


Energy and power generation: Stainless steel bars are used in power plants and energy generation facilities for various applications, including turbine components, heat exchangers, and piping systems. They offer reliability and resistance to high-temperature and high-pressure conditions.

 

Classes of Stainless Steel Bar
 

Austenitic: Chromium-nickel-iron alloys with 16-26% chromium, 6-22% nickel (Ni), and low carbon content, with non-magnetic properties (if annealed - working it at low temperatures, then heated and cooled). Nickel increases corrosion resistance. Harden able by cold-working (worked at low temperatures) as well as tempering (heated then cooled). Type 304 (S30400) or "18/8" (18% chromium 8% nickel), is the most commonly used grade or composition.

 

Martensitic: Chromium-iron alloys with 10.5-17% chromium and carefully controlled carbon content, harden able by quenching (quickly cooled in water or oil) and tempering (heated then cooled). It has magnetic properties. Commonly used in knives. Martensitic grades are strong and hard, but are brittle and difficult to form and weld. =

 

Ferritic: Chromium-iron alloys with 17-27% chromium and low carbon content, with magnetic properties. Cooking utensils made of this type contain the higher chromium levels. Type 430 is the most commonly used ferritic. Two additional classes worth mentioning include Duplex (with austenitic and ferritic structures), and Precipitation Hardening stainless steel, used in certain extreme conditions.

 

How to Choose the Right Stainless Steel Round Bars for Your Project

Consider factors such as:

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Load-bearing capacity

Determine the maximum load or stress the bars will need to withstand in your application.

2

Corrosion resistance

Evaluate the environmental conditions, including exposure to moisture, chemicals, or high temperatures, to ensure the selected bars offer adequate corrosion resistance.

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Dimensional accuracy:

Specify the required diameter, length, and tolerances of the round bars based on your project specifications.

4

Surface finish

Decide on the desired surface finish, such as polished, brushed, or machined, depending on the aesthetic and functional requirements of your project.

 

Our Factory

 

Jiangsu Shimao Yatai Steel Co.,ltd is a manufacturer and exporter dedicated to stainless steel industry for decades. With improving sales and service experience, we have now built strong business relationships with clients at home and abroad.
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FAQ
 

Q: What is stainless steel bar?

A: Stainless steel bar stock is a metal alloy that contains at least 10.5% chromium and enough nickel to make it hardenable. Stainless steel bar stock has a higher resistance to corrosion than carbon steel bars because of the alloying mixture's higher chromium and nickel content. This makes it less brittle than a carbon steel bar, so it can be used for certain machine parts without breaking as easily under stress from temperature changes or mechanical shock.

Q: Is stainless steel is real steel?

A: Stainless steels are steels containing at least 10.5% chromium, less than 1.2% carbon and other alloying elements. Stainless steel's corrosion resistance and mechanical properties can be further enhanced by adding other elements, such as nickel, molybdenum, titanium, niobium, manganese, etc.

Q: What are the advantages of stainless steel bars?

A: Stainless steel bars are highly valued due to their beneficial properties like greater performance in high-temperature conditions, superior resistance from corrosive chemicals and other abrasive fluids, high durability, and strength for long service life, and a high level of hygiene, which makes them suitable for food industries.

Q: How often should maintenance be carried out on stainless steel bar?

A: Interior stainless steel i.e: benches, shower trays, hand-basins, may require general cleaning on a day to day basis to maintain hygiene standards. However chemical and machine polishing processes can be carried out to remove scratches and discolouration based on personal preference. As a rule it is quite simply "clean the metal when it is dirty in order to restore its original appearance". Stainless steel can be frequently machined without causing damage.
Exterior stainless steel i.e: handrails, sculptures, down-pipes, signage, requires general cleaning to remove pollution, road grime or salt build up due to close proximity to the sea. Working environments can also create more aggressive conditions, such as the warm, high humidity atmosphere above indoor swimming pools. These environments can increase the speed of corrosion and therefore require more frequent maintenance.

Q: Does stainless steel bar wear out?

A: Ages well – Stainless steel would be resistive to scratches, corrosion, heat and general signs of aging. The material will not show usual signs of wear and tear and you don't need much maintenance to attain that either.

Q: What is the best way to cut stainless steel bar?

A: A plasma cutter is the most efficient tool for cutting through thick stainless steel plates or rods. It uses a high-velocity jet of ionized gas to melt and separate the steel.

Q: How do you solder stainless steel rods?

A: Prepare the surface.
Choose an aggressive flux for stainless steel soldering.
Pre-heat the metal surfaces with your heating unit.
Make sure to choose the correct solder.
Clean the flux and the surface after soldering.

Q: How long do stainless steel bars last?

A: Stainless steel retains its integrity for over 50 years. The metal can take 100 to 1,000 years to completely breakdown into natural elements.

Q: Is a stainless steel bar hard to cut?

A: This chromium is difficult to cut and causes much friction when a cut is attempted, so water as a lubricant is advised when cutting through stainless steel. Water helps keep your working tool cool and reduces the burning rate of the tool.

Q: Can you bend stainless steel rod by hand?

A: Big radius bends can be done pretty much freehand by clamping one end and heaving on the other. Tighter bends can be made by filling the pipe with (Dry) sand, heating it and bending it.

Q: Is stainless steel bar easy to bend?

A: Round stainless steel bars find applications in many sectors, including construction and plumbing, as well as automotive manufacturing. How to bend the round bar? Round bars are solid, which means that they can be easily bent into the shapes required by a project.

Q: Do stainless steel bars rust?

A: Because of its low maintenance nature, resistance to oxidation and staining, stainless steel is preferred in many applications, particularly those where aesthetics matter. Even with these impressive features, stainless steel can and does rust after all, it's 'stainless' not 'stainfree'.

Q: How do you clean stainless steel bars?

A: Gently scrub away any accumulated dirt or grime using a soft nylon brush.
Cleanse the surface using a mild soap or detergent that is safe for stainless steel.
Thoroughly rinse the stainless steel with clean water to remove any residue.
Ensure the stainless steel is completely dry.

Q: How do you join stainless steel rods?

A: Touch the rod to the joint and melt off a small amount of flux. The flux will flow into the joint and prepare the metal for bonding. Wherever the flux goes, the rod flows–1 inch of silver solder flows 18 inches, making SSF-6 an economical solution for most stainless steel brazing applications.

Q: What is the best way to cut stainless steel bars?

A: Diamond wet saw blades are stronger than other metal cutting blades. Because stainless steel is an exceptionally strong and durable metal, a regular wet saw blade won't be as effective. Once you get the diamond blade, swap it out with the blade currently in the wet saw.

Q: Can a stainless steel bar be threaded?

A: It's common to find stainless steel threaded rod across several industries where fastening and related themes are needed. For instance, construction and electrical are two examples where this form of steel is often put to good use

Q: Can you tap stainless steel bar?

A: Non-corrosive and easy to clean, stainless steel is revered both for its strength and its appearance. A go-to material in transportation, consumer goods, food production, construction, and a variety of other industries, stainless steel plates and tubes are popular work materials for drilling and tapping applications.

Q: How much weight can a stainless steel bar hold?

A: The 6mm diameter stainless steel bars can support up to 200kg assuming suitable wall fixings (not supplied) are used to accept the weight.

Q: Can you heat and bend stainless steel rod?

A: Stainless steel rod can be bent in two ways, one using force and one using heat. By mechanically bending stainless steel rods with a press brake, you create true radius bends. You can use an oxy-acetylene torch to heat the rod and then bend the heated area of the rod if you do not have access to a press brake.

Q: Are stainless steel rods strong?

A: Stainless steel rods are becoming increasingly popular in many manufacturing industries, such as construction, automotive, and aerospace. This is due to the high durability, strength, and corrosion resistance properties of stainless steel rods.

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