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316 Stainless Steel Bar
β 1. Product Overview
316 stainless steel bar is a premium molybdenum-bearing austenitic stainless steel that provides superior corrosion resistance, especially against chlorides and marine environments. With enhanced durability and excellent mechanical strength, 316 bars are ideal for use in chemical processing, marine structures, pharmaceutical equipment, and food-grade applications.
π 2. Available Sizes
- Type: Round bar, Square bar, Flat bar, Hexagonal bar
- Diameter (Round): 3mm β 300mm
- Length: 1000mm β 6000mm (customizable)
- Tolerances: h9, h10, h11 (upon request)
- Standards: ASTM A276, ASTM A479, EN 10088-3, JIS G4303
βοΈ 3. Chemical Composition
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| C | β€ 0.08 |
| Si | β€ 1.00 |
| Mn | β€ 2.00 |
| P | β€ 0.045 |
| S | β€ 0.030 |
| Cr | 16.0 β 18.0 |
| Ni | 10.0 β 14.0 |
| Mo | 2.0 β 3.0 |
βοΈ 4. Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value (Annealed) |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | β₯ 520 MPa |
| Yield Strength | β₯ 205 MPa |
| Elongation (%) | β₯ 40% |
| Hardness (HB) | β€ 217 |
π 5. Features & Advantages
- Superior corrosion resistance, especially in saltwater environments
- Excellent strength and ductility
- Non-magnetic in annealed condition
- Outstanding weldability and formability
- Resistant to pitting and crevice corrosion
π© 6. Applications
- Marine and coastal equipment
- Chemical processing vessels and tanks
- Pharmaceutical and food-grade components
- Architectural and structural applications
- Pumps, valves, shafts, and fasteners

π§½ 7. Surface Finish
- Black
- Pickled
- Bright
- Polished (180#, 240#, 320#, 400#)
- Peeled / Turned / Centerless Ground
π οΈ 8. Processing Services
- Precision cutting to length
- Surface polishing and grinding
- Machining and turning
- Threading and chamfering
- Custom bar shaping and dimensioning
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