Louise Metals is a reputable producer and provider of excellent Stainless Steel Flat Bars in Houston, USA. Made with strength, accuracy, and resistance to corrosion in mind, our flat bars are produced in a broad variety of dimensions and finishes. Made with the newest manufacturing technology and in accordance with ASTM standards, our stainless steel flat bars are ideal for structural, architectural, and industrial uses. Known for precision dimension and fine surface finish, Louis Metals provides speedy delivery and custom sizing to accommodate project requirements. We supply construction, fabrication, marine, and heavy equipment industries with dependability and consistent quality.
Stainless Steel Flat Bars are generally fabricated from grades 304, 304L, 316, and 316L. The alloy generally contains 18–20% chromium, 8–10.5% nickel, and small amounts of manganese, silicon, and molybdenum (for 316). They possess high tensile strength (520–750 MPa), high yield strength, and excellent corrosion resistance. These flat bars have good weldability, ductility, and toughness even at low temperatures. With great durability and a consistent cross-section, they are both load-bearing and ornamental in nature.
| Specification | EN 10272, EN 10088-3 Grade 304/ 304L, 316/ 316L |
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| Standard | API, ASME, SUS, DIN, EN, GB, UNS, ASTM, AISI |
| Sizes | 3mm to 800mm diameter |
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| Finish | Cold Drawn Turned, Bright Drawn, Polished, Rough Turned, Centreless Ground, Bright, Annealed, Smooth Turned, Peeled, Grinding, Black |
| Tolerances | H12, H11, K11, K12, H10, H8, H9, H13, K10, K9 |
| Surface Finish | 1D, HL, 8K, NO.4, 2D, NO.1, NO.3, 2B, BA |
| Production Method | Rolled / Forged |
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| Other available forms | Forging, Profiles, T-Bar, Rod, Hollow, Triangle, Channel, Threaded, Ingot, Rounds, Rectangle, Blocks, Billet, I/H, Half-Round, Angle, Precision-Ground |
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| Export to | Saudi Arabia, Peru, Italy, Malaysia, USA, Vietnam, Thailand, Egypt, Brazil, Ireland, Spain, Kuwait, Dubai, Singapore, Canada, Oman, Indonesia, Russia, Korea, Mexico, Canada, etc |
| Grade | Size in mm | Price List |
| AISI 304 | 12 x 3 | FOB Price: USA $10.39 |
| AISI 316L | 12 x 3 | FOB Price: USA $19.38 |
| AISI 316L | 12 x 5 | FOB Price: USA $19.95 |
| AISI 304 | 12 x 6 | FOB Price: USA $20.19 |
| AISI 304 | 20 x 3 | FOB Price: USA $17.12 |
| AISI 304 | 20 x 5 | FOB Price: USA $30.14 |
| AISI 316L | 20 x 5 | FOB Price: USA $31.91 |
| AISI 304 | 20 x 6 | FOB Price: USA $33.08 |
| AISI 316L | 20 x 6 | FOB Price: USA $39.23 |
| AISI 304 | 20 x 10 | FOB Price: USA $60.69 |
| AISI 304 | 20 x 15 | FOB Price: USA $62.17 |
| AISI 304 | 25 x 3 | FOB Price: USA $12.92 |
| AISI 316L | 25 x 3 | FOB Price: USA $23.61 |
| AISI 304 | 25 x 5 | FOB Price: USA $35.60 |
| AISI 304 | 25 x 6 | FOB Price: USA $45.42 |
| AISI 316L | 25 x 6 | FOB Price: USA $49.65 |
| AISI 304 | 25 x 8 | FOB Price: USA $60.29 |
| AISI 304 | 25 x 10 | FOB Price: USA $73.56 |
| AISI 316L | 25 x 10 | FOB Price: USA $55.08 |
| AISI 304 | 25 x 12 | FOB Price: USA $91.84 |
| METRIC STAINLESS STEEL FLAT BAR (mm) | IMPERIAL STAINLESS STEEL FLAT BAR | ||
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| 8 X 5 | 50 X 12 mm | 3/8″ x 1/8″ | 1.1/2″ x 1/2″ |
| 12 X 3 | 50 X 20 mm | 1/2″ x 1/8″ | 1.1/2″ x 3/4″ |
| 12 X 6 | 50 X 25 mm | 1/2″ x 3/16″ | 1.1/2″ x 1″ |
| 12 X 10 | 50 X 40 mm | 1/2″ x 1/4″ | 1.3/4″ x 1.1/4″ |
| 15 X 3 | 60 X 3 mm | 5/8″ x 5/16″ | 2″ x 1/2″ |
| 15 X 5 | 60 X 5 mm | 3/4″ x 3/8″ | 2″ x 5/8″ |
| 15 X 6 | 60 X 6 mm | 1″ x 3/16″ | 2″ x 3/4″ |
| 15 X 10 | 60 X 8 mm | 1″ x 1/4″ | 2″ x 1.1/2″ |
| 16 X 8 | 60 X 10 mm | 1″ x 5/16″ | 2.1/2″ x 3/8″ |
| 20 X 3 | 60 X 12 mm | 1″ x 1/2″ | 2.1/2″ x 1″ |
| 20 X 5 | 60 X 15 mm | 1.1/4″ x 1/8″ | 2.1/2″ x 1.1/4″ |
| 20 X 6 | 65 X 5 mm | 1.1/4″ x 1/4″ | 3″ x 1/4″ |
| 20 X 8 | 65 X 6 mm | 1.1/4″ x 5/16″ | 3″ x 1/2″ |
| 20 X 10 | 65 X 8 mm | 1.1/4″ x 3/8″ | 3″ x 3/4″ |
| 20 X 12 | 65 X 10 mm | 1.1/4″ x 3/4″ | 3″ x 1″ |
| 25 X 3 | 65 X 12 mm | 1.1/4″ x 1″ | 4″ x 3/4″ |
| 25 X 4 | 65 X 15 mm | 1.1/2″ x 3/16″ | 4″ x 5/8″ |
| 25 X 5 | 70 X 10 mm | 1.1/2″ x 1/4″ | 4″ x 1″ |
| 25 X 6 | 75 X 3 mm | 1.1/2″ x 3/8″ | |
| 25 X 8 | 75 X 5 mm | ||
| 25 X 10 | 75 X 6 mm | ||
| 25 X 12 | 75 X 8 mm | ||
| 25 X 16 | 75 X 10 mm | ||
| 25 X 20 | 75 X 12 mm | ||
| 30 X 3 | 75 X 15 mm | ||
| 30 X 4 | 75 X 16 mm | ||
| 30 X 5 | 75 X 20 mm | ||
| 30 X 6 | 80 X 5 mm | ||
| 30 X 8 | 80 X 6 mm | ||
| 30 X 10 | 80 X 8 mm | ||
| 30 X 12 | 80 X 10 mm | ||
| 30 X 15 | 80 X 35 mm | ||
| 30 X 20 | 100 X 3 mm | ||
| 35 X 6 | 100 X 5 mm | ||
| 38 X 3 | 100 X 6 mm | ||
| 40 X 3 | 100 X 8 mm | ||
| 40 X 5 | 100 X 10 mm | ||
| 40 X 6 | 100 X 12 mm | ||
| 40 X 8 | 100 X 15 mm | ||
| 40 X 10 | 100 X 20 mm | ||
| 40 X 12 | 100 X 25 mm | ||
| 40 X 20 | 100 X 30 mm | ||
| 40 X 25 | 120 X 12 mm | ||
| 45 X 6 | 125 X 6 mm | ||
| 50 X 3 | 150 X 6 mm | ||
| 50 X 4 | 150 X 10 mm | ||
| 50 X 5 | 200 X 10 mm | ||
| 50 X 6 | 250 X 12 mm | ||
| 50 X 8 | 300 X 12 mm | ||
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| FlatS | ||
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| Size(mm) | WT PER FEET IN KGS | WT PER MTR IN KGS |
| 16 | 0.62 | 2.05 |
| 18 | 0.79 | 2.59 |
| 20 | 0.76 | 2.49 |
| 22 | 1.18 | 3.87 |
| 25 | 1.52 | 5.00 |
| 28 | 1.91 | 6.27 |
| 30 | 2.19 | 7.20 |
| 32 | 2.50 | 8.19 |
| 36 | 3.16 | 10.37 |
| 38 | 3.52 | 11.55 |
| 40 | 3.90 | 12.80 |
| 45 | 4.94 | 16.20 |
| 50 | 6.10 | 20.00 |
| 56 | 7.65 | 25.08 |
| 60 | – | – |
| 65 | – | – |
| 70 | – | – |
| 75 | – | – |
| 80 | – | – |
| 90 | – | – |
| 100 | – | – |
The thickness of a stainless steel flat bar directly influences its strength. Thicker bars offer greater resistance to bending, torsion, and stress, making them more suitable for heavy-duty applications. Thinner bars, however, may be more flexible but less durable.
Stainless steel flat bars can be cut using methods like a saw (manual or power), angle grinders, laser cutting, or water jet cutting. The choice of method depends on the bar's thickness, precision required, and available equipment.
Yes, stainless steel flat bars are highly resistant to corrosion due to their chromium content, which forms a protective oxide layer. This layer prevents rust and deterioration, making stainless steel ideal for applications exposed to moisture and harsh environments.
Stainless Steel Flat Bars are extensively utilized in construction, fabrication, and structural engineering applications. Typical uses are support braces, frames, base plates, ladders, fences, and decorative fixtures. Their corrosion resistance quality makes them suitable for application in marine, food processing, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. Stainless Steel Flat Bars are also utilized in the production of industrial machinery, railings, and truck/trailer frames. Because of their flat, solid design, they provide great structural stability and simple machinability for special fabrication. Louis Metals offers flat bars in several thicknesses and widths to meet customers’ specific design and performance requirements.






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