Stainless Steel Hexagonal Bars are commonly used in various industries such as construction, manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and marine. They are widely used in applications such as shafts, fasteners, fittings, precision machine parts, and building components. These bars are available in various grades of stainless steel, with the most common being 304 and 316 stainless steel grades.
The choice of grade depends on the specific requirements of the application, such as corrosion resistance, strength, and high temperature resistance. Stainless Steel Hexagonal Bars are commonly manufactured through processes such as hot rolling, cold drawing, or machining from stainless steel billets or ingots.
Stainless steel flat steel can be used to form various load-bearing components according to different structural needs, and can also be used as connectors between components. It is widely used in various building structures and engineering structures, such as beams, bridges, transmission towers, lifting and transportation machinery, ships, industrial furnaces, reaction towers, container racks, and warehouse shelves.
Stainless steel flat steel is used as bridges, house frames, fences, transmission ships, vehicles, etc. in construction projects. The raw material billet of stainless steel flat steel is low-carbon square billet, and the finished stainless steel flat steel is delivered in hot-rolled, cold-rolled or hot-rolled state.
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Corrosion resistance: Contains at least 10.5% chromium, providing excellent protection against oxidation.
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Strength and wear resistance: Inherent material characteristics ensure high durability and long service life.
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Excellent mechanical properties: Production processes achieve high-level mechanical performance metrics.
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Easy to process: Suitable for cold drawing, hot rolling, and precision machining methods.
Theoretical weight calculation for stainless steel flat steel:
| Element |
C |
Cr |
Mn |
Ni |
P |
S |
Si |
| SS 304 |
8.0-11.0 |
18.0-20.0 |
2.0 max |
8.0-11.0 |
0.045 max |
0.03 max |
1.0 max |
| SS 304L |
8.0-11.0 |
18.0-20.0 |
2.0 max |
8.0-12.0 |
0.045 max |
0.03 max |
1.0 max |
| SS 316 |
0.08 |
18 |
2 |
14 |
0.045 max |
0.03 max |
0.75 max |
| SS 316L |
0.08 |
18 |
2 |
14 |
0.045 max |
3.00 max |
0.10 max |
| Size (mm) |
WT Per Feet (KGS) |
WT Per MTR (KGS) |
| 16 | 0.62 | 2.05 |
| 18 | 0.79 | 2.59 |
| 20 | 0.76 | 2.49 |
| 22 | 1.18 | 3.87 |
| 25 | 1.52 | 5 |
| 30 | 2.19 | 7.2 |
| 40 | 3.9 | 12.8 |
| 50 | 6.1 | 20 |
| Density |
Melting Point |
Tensile Strength |
Yield Strength |
Elongation |
| 8.0 g/cm3 |
1400 °C |
515 MPa |
205 MPa |
35% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary uses for Stainless Steel Hexagonal Bars?
They are extensively used in manufacturing fasteners (nuts/bolts), valves, machine parts, and chemical equipment due to their excellent geometric strength and corrosion resistance.
What is the difference between 304 and 316 hexagonal bars?
While 304 is the standard industrial choice, 316 contains molybdenum, which provides superior resistance to chlorides and marine environments.
Can these bars be used in construction?
Yes, they are ideal for structural components, bridges, and architectural frameworks where both aesthetics and durability are required.
How is the theoretical weight of flat steel calculated?
The standard formula is: 0.00793 × side width (mm) × side thickness (mm) to get the weight in kilograms per meter.
What surface finishes are available?
Common finishes include acid white (pickled), cold drawn (bright), and hot rolled, depending on the application requirements.
Are the hexagonal bars suitable for machining?
Yes, stainless steel hexagonal bars have excellent mechanical properties making them highly suitable for high-precision machining and CNC operations.
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