Louis Metals is the leading supplier and manufacturer of Stainless Steel 304L Bars and Rods, and we are proud to offer high-quality, corrosion-resistant solutions for various industries. With their low carbon content, these bars and rods provide excellent weldability and are ideal for applications requiring resistance to intergranular corrosion. Whether it’s for chemical processing, food and beverage equipment, or structural components, our Stainless Steel 304L products deliver reliable performance and durability. At Louis Metals, we are committed to meeting your specific requirements with precision and ensuring superior customer satisfaction for all your stainless steel needs.
Stainless Steel 304L Bars and Rods have a chemical composition primarily consisting of 18-20% chromium and 8-12% nickel, which provide excellent corrosion resistance and durability. The low carbon content (0.03% max) enhances weldability and reduces the risk of carbide precipitation in high-temperature environments. Additionally, these bars and rods contain small amounts of manganese, phosphorus, sulfur, and silicon, which contribute to their overall strength and performance. In terms of mechanical properties, Stainless Steel 304L offers a tensile strength of 485 MPa, a yield strength of 170 MPa, and an elongation of 40%, making it ideal for various industrial applications requiring both strength and resistance to corrosion.
| Stainless Steel (SS) in Grade |
304L |
| Otder Services |
Machining (CNC), Centreless Grinding (CG), Heat Treatment, Anneling, Pickling, Polish, Rolling, Forging, Cutting, Bending, Minor Fabrication, |
| Bar Finishing |
Bright, Polish & Black |
| Bar in Form of |
Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle, Wire (Coil Form), Wiremesh, Billet, Ingot, Forging Etc. , |
| Test Certificate |
Manufacturer Test Certificate / Laboratory Test Certificate from Govt. Approved Lab / Under tdird Party Inspection & witd Excise Gate Pass to avail Modvat benefit. |
| Specialize |
440C, CG, Forging, Wiremesh etc |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Ni | N |
| SS 304L | 0.03 max | 2 max | 0.75 max | 0.045 max | 0.030 max | 18 – 20 | 8 – 12 | 0.10 Max |
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 8.0 g/cm3 | 1400 °C (2550 °F) | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 40% |
| STANDARD | BS | UNS | JIS | EN | DIN | WERKSTOFF NR. | GOST | AFNOR |
| SS 304L | 304S11 | S30403 | SUS 304L | X2CrNi18-9 / X2CrNi19-11 | 1.4307 | 1.4307 | 08Х18Н10 | Z3CN18‐10 |
Stainless Steel 304L has a low carbon content (0.03% max), which enhances its weldability and reduces the risk of intergranular corrosion, making it ideal for welded structures in harsh environments.
Stainless Steel 304L is widely used in industries such as chemical processing, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and construction, for applications like heat exchangers, tanks, and structural components.
Yes, Stainless Steel 304L performs well in high-temperature environments, retaining its strength and corrosion resistance, making it suitable for applications like heat exchangers and boilers.
We supply Stainless Steel 304L Bars and Rods for all those applications where resistance to corrosion and weldability is a requirement. From bare chemical processing, food and beverage, to pharmaceutical industries, these products can be used for complicated parts like tanks, heat exchangers, and structural supports. With low-carbons, the materials are ideal for welded structures with very little risk of intergranular corrosion. Stainless Steel 304L Bars and Rods are extremely dependable and long-lasting for even the most strenuous or high-temperature applications.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Louis Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Houston, USA
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