Louis Metals is a well-known name in manufacturing and supplying Stainless Steel Round Bars and Rods in Houston, USA. Recognized for our excellent quality and accurate manufacturing, we supply round bars and rods used extensively in several industries. With a strong supply chain and wide inventory, we support emergency and bulk orders with quick turnaround times. Our stainless steel round bars are manufactured using high-grade materials, providing superior strength, corrosion resistance, and machinability. Regardless of whether for construction, machining, or structural applications, Louis Metals is dedicated to providing reliability and performance with each product.
Stainless Steel Round Bars/Rods generally contain grades like 304, 316, and 410 that contain chromium (18–20%), nickel (8–10%), and molybdenum (in certain grades). These bars have high tensile strength (520–750 MPa), hardness, and corrosion resistance. Depending on the processing (cold–drawn or hot–rolled), they have good machinability and surface finish. Due to their high ductility and strength, they can resist impact and cyclic loads. They have good weldability and are oxidation and chemical exposure resistant, suitable for both structural and industrial applications.
| SS Bar Standard | ASTM A276, ASTM A479, AMS 5513, AMS 5511, AMS 5647 |
|---|---|
| Stainless Steel Bar Dimensions | EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI |
| Stainless Steel Round bar size | Diameter: 3-~800mm |
| Stainless Steel Hex Bar size | 2-100mm A/F |
| SS Flat bar size | Thickness: 2 -100mm |
| Width: 10 to 500mm | |
| Stainless Steel Square bar size | 4 to 100mm |
| SS Angle bar size | 3mm*20mm*20mm~12mm*100mm*100mm |
| SS Rectangular Bars Section | 3.0 to 12.0mm thickness |
| Stainless Steel Channel Bar | 80 x 40mm to 150 x 75mm section; 5.0 to 6.0mm thickness |
| ASTM A276 Type Hollow Bar | 32mm OD x 16mm ID to 250mm OD x 200mm ID) |
| SS Threaded Bar Billet Size | 1/2 to 495mm Diameter |
| Stainless Steel Rectangular Size | 33 x 30mm to 295 x 1066mm |
| SS Hex Bars Finish | Cold (bright) drawn, centreless ground, hot rolled, smooth turned, peeled, slit rolled edge, hot rolled annealed, Rough Turned, Bright, Polish, Grinding, Centreless Ground & Black |
| ASTM A276 Type Hollow Bar Tolerance | H8, H9, H10, H11, H12, H13K9, K10, K11, K12 or as per clients’ requirements |
| SUS T-Bar Surface | Bright, Hot Rolled Pickled, Cold Drawn, Sand Blasting Finished, Polished, Hairline |
| Rolled Stainless Steel Flat Bars Condition | Hardened & tempered, annealed |
| ASTM A276 Type Cold Rolled Bar Technique | Stainless Steel Hot Rolled, Cold Drawn, Cold Rolled, Forged Round Bar, Rod |
| SS Rod Processing | Bar cutting to 650mm |
| Stainless Steel Rounds Bar Form | Round, Rod, T-Bar, Channel Bar, Precision Ground Bar, Flat Bar, Square, Blocks, Round Rod, Rings, Hollow, Triangle, Rectangle, Hex (A/F), Threaded, Half Round Bar, Profiles, Billet, Ingot, I/H Bar, Forging etc. |
| ASTM Grade | Carbon | Manganese | Silicon | Sulfur | Phospherous | Chromium | Nickel | Molybdenum | Other |
| 304 | 0.08 max | 2.00 max | 0.75 max | 0.030 max | 0.045 max | 18.0-20.0 | 8.0 11.0 | – | – |
| 316 | 0.08 max | 2.00 max | 0.75 max | 0.030 max | 0.045 max | 16.0-18.0 | 10.0 14.0 | 2.0 3.0 | – |
| 317L | 0.035 max | 2.00 max | 0.75 max | 0.030 max | 0.045 max | 18.0-20.0 | 11.0 14.0 | 3.0 4.0 | – |
| 310 S | 0.08 max | 2.00 max | 1.5 max | 0.030 max | 0.045 max | 24.0-26.0 | 19.0 22.0 | 3.0 4.0 | – |
| 347 H | 0.04 0.10 | 2.00 max | 0.75 max | 0.030 max | 0.045 max | 17.0- 19.0 | 9.0 13.0 | – | 10C(Cb+Ta)<1.10% |
| 321 | 0.08 | 2.00 max | 0.75 max | 0.030 max | 0.045 max | 17.0-20.0 | 9.0 12.0 | – | 5C 0.70% |
| Grade | Elongation | Density | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Melting Point |
| SS 202 | 40 % | 8.0 g/cm3 | 515 MPa | 275 MPa | 1454 °C (2650 °F) |
| SS 303 | 50 % | 55% | Psi – 85,000 | Psi – 45,000 | Rb 180 |
| SS 304 | 40% | 8.0 g/cm3 | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 1400 °C (2550 °F) |
| SS 304L | 40% | 8.0 g/cm3 | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 1400 °C (2550 °F) |
| SS 316 | 35 % | 8.0 g/cm3 | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 1454 °C (2650 °F) |
| SS 316L | 40 % | 8.0 g/cm3 | 485 Min | 170 Min. | 1400 °C (2550 °F) |
| Diameter | Weight Chart | Dia | Weight Chart |
|---|---|---|---|
| (mm) | per metre (kg) | (in) | per metre (kg) |
| 3mm | 0.06 | 1/8″ | 0.06 |
| 4mm | 0.10 | 3/16″ | 0.14 |
| 5mm | 0.16 | 1/4″ | 0.25 |
| 6mm | 0.22 | 5/16″ | 0.39 |
| 7mm | 0.30 | 3/8″ | 0.56 |
| 8mm | 0.40 | 7/16″ | 0.77 |
| 10mm | 0.62 | 1/2″ | 1.00 |
| 12mm | 0.89 | 9/16″ | 1.22 |
| 14mm | 1.22 | 5/8″ | 1.56 |
| 15mm | 1.40 | 11/16″ | 1.89 |
| 16mm | 1.59 | 3/4″ | 2.25 |
| 18mm | 2.01 | 7/8″ | 3.07 |
| 20mm | 2.48 | 1″ | 4.03 |
| 22mm | 3.00 | ||
| 24mm | 3.57 | ||
| 25mm | 3.88 |
| Diameter or Width (mm) | Weight per meter | Sectional Area | Perimeter | |||
| Square (kg) | Round (kg) | Square (cm²) | Round (cm²) | Square (cm) | Round (cm) | |
| 5.0 | 0.20 | 0.15 | 0.25 | 0.20 | 2.0 | 1.57 |
| 5.5 | 0.24 | 0.19 | 0.30 | 0.24 | 2.2 | 1.78 |
| 6.0 | 0.28 | 0.22 | 0.36 | 0.28 | 2.4 | 1.88 |
| 7.0 | 0.38 | 0.30 | 0.49 | 0.38 | 2.8 | 2.20 |
| 8.0 | 0.50 | 0.39 | 0.64 | 0.50 | 3.2 | 2.51 |
| 9.0 | 0.64 | 0.50 | 0.81 | 0.64 | 3.6 | 2.83 |
| 10 | 0.73 | 0.63 | 1.00 | 0.79 | 4.0 | 3.14 |
| 11 | 0.95 | 0.75 | 1.21 | 0.95 | 4.4 | 3.46 |
| 12 | 1.13 | 0.89 | 1.44 | 1.13 | 4.8 | 3.77 |
| 14 | 1.54 | 1.21 | 1.96 | 1.54 | 5.6 | 4.40 |
| 16 | 2.01 | 1.58 | 2.56 | 2.01 | 6.4 | 5.03 |
| 18 | 2.54 | 2.00 | 3.24 | 2.54 | 7.2 | 5.65 |
| 20 | 3.14 | 2.47 | 4.00 | 3.14 | 8.0 | 6.28 |
| 22 | 3.80 | 2.98 | 4.84 | 3.80 | 8.8 | 6.91 |
| 25 | 4.91 | 3.85 | 6.25 | 4.91 | 10.0 | 7.85 |
| 28 | 6.15 | 4.83 | 7.84 | 6.16 | 11.2 | 8.80 |
| 32 | 8.04 | 6.31 | 10.24 | 8.04 | 12.8 | 10.05 |
| 36 | 10.17 | 7.99 | 12.96 | 10.18 | 14.4 | 11.31 |
| 40 | 12.56 | 9.86 | 16.00 | 12.57 | 16.0 | 12.57 |
| 45 | 15.90 | 12.49 | 20.25 | 15.90 | 18.0 | 14.14 |
| 50 | 19.62 | 15.41 | 25.00 | 19.64 | 20.0 | 15.71 |
| 56 | 24.62 | 19.34 | 31.36 | 24.63 | 22.4 | 17.59 |
| 63 | 31.16 | 24.47 | 36.69 | 31.17 | 25.2 | 19.79 |
| 71 | 39.57 | 31.08 | 50.41 | 39.59 | 28.4 | 22.31 |
| 80 | 50.24 | 39.46 | 64.00 | 50.27 | 32.0 | 25.13 |
| Type | SIZES in milimeter | SIZES in inches | Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peeled and Polished | 40.00 – 150.00 | 1.50 – 6.00 | h11, h11-DIN 1013 |
| Cold Drawn and Polish | 3.00 to 75.00 | 1/8 to3.00 | h8 to h11 |
| Cold Drawn and Ground | 10.00 to 75.00 | 5/6 to 2.50 | h8 to h11 |
| Peeled nd Ground | 20.00 – 50.00 | 3/4 – 2.00 | h9 to h11 |
Stainless steel bars and rods come in several types: round, square, hexagonal, flat, angle, forged, and cold-drawn, each suited for different applications like structural, manufacturing, and machining purposes.
Stainless steel round bars are known for their high strength, excellent durability, and resistance to corrosion, making them ideal for harsh environments. Their longevity ensures minimal maintenance and long-term performance.
Yes, stainless steel round bars are environmentally friendly. They are highly recyclable, durable, and resistant to corrosion, reducing the need for replacements and minimizing waste. Their longevity promotes sustainability.
Stainless Steel Round Bars and Rods are indispensable for industries as diverse as construction and manufacturing and medical and food processing. They find application in shafts, fasteners, machine components, pipes, and support pieces because of their strength and corrosion resistance. Their cylindrical cross-section offers symmetrical stress distribution, making them apt for rotation and dynamic loading. Within the petrochemical and marine industries, their pitting and corrosion resistance guarantees long working lives. For medical and food-grade uses, stainless steel’s non-reactive and sanitary character renders it the first choice. Louis Metals provides precision-cut round bars that conform to rigorous industry standards.
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
Copyright 2024 Louis Metals. All rights reserved
