George Metals, a trusted manufacturer and supplier located in Houston, USA, specializes in high-quality Stainless Steel 304 Round Bars and Rods that excel in a wide range of industrial, commercial, and structural applications. SS 304 is the most popular austenitic stainless steel, celebrated for its outstanding corrosion resistance, formability, and mechanical strength. At George Metals, they prioritize precise dimensional accuracy, superior surface finish, and consistent quality. Their 304 round bars and rods are perfect for use in food processing, construction, petrochemicals, marine, and medical equipment, ensuring long-lasting durability, cleanliness, and reliability in both indoor and outdoor settings.
Stainless Steel 304 is an austenitic stainless steel alloy made up of 18–20% chromium and 8–10.5% nickel, featuring low carbon content to boost corrosion resistance. It boasts a tensile strength ranging from 515–750 MPa and a yield strength of about 205 MPa, along with excellent ductility, weldability, and formability. SS 304 also retains impressive mechanical properties at both cryogenic and elevated temperatures, making it suitable for various fabrication environments. Its non-magnetic nature when annealed and high resistance to oxidation and acidic conditions contribute to its popularity across numerous industries.
| Specifications | ASTM A 276 / SA 276 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | ASTM, ASME |
| Range | 3.17 MM TO 350 MM DIA |
| Diameter | 25mm to 152m |
| Length | 1 to 6 Meters, Custom Cut Lengths |
| Finish | Bright, Polish & Black |
| Form | Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle, Wire (Coil Form), Wiremesh, Billet, Ingot, Forging Etc., |
| Condition | Cold Drawn & Polished Cold Drawn, Centreless Ground & Polished |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N |
| 304 | 0.08 | 2.0 | 0.75 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 18.0-20.0 | – | 8.0-10.5 | 0.10 |
| Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) min | Yield Strength 0.2% Proof (MPa) min | Elongation (% in 50mm) min | Hardness | |
| Rockwell B (HR B) max | Brinell (HB) max | ||||
| 304 | 515 | 205 | 40 | 92 | 201 |
|
Type |
SIZES (Inches) |
ISO Tolerance |
SIZES (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Peeled and Polished |
1.50″ to 6.00″ |
h11-DIN 1013 |
40.00 to 150.00 |
|
Cold Drawn and Ground |
5/6″ to 2.50″ |
h9-h8-h11-h10 |
10.00 to 75.00 |
|
Cold Drawn and Polish |
1/8″ to 3.00″ |
h9-h8-h11-h10 |
3.00 to 75.00 |
|
Peeled and Ground |
3/4″ to 2.00″ |
h10-h9-h11 |
20.00 to 50.00 |
| STANDARD | UNS | WERKSTOFF NR. | AFNOR | EN | JIS | BS | GOST |
| SS 304 | S30400 | 1.4301 | Z7CN18‐09 | X5CrNi18-10 | SUS 304 | 304S31 | 08Х18Н10 |
| 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 |
Stainless Steel 304 Round Bars and Rods find extensive use in construction frameworks, food processing equipment, kitchen appliances, chemical containers, marine fittings, architectural supports, and pharmaceutical machinery. Their corrosion resistance, strength, and visual appeal make them ideal for load-bearing components, fasteners, shafts, pins, and machine parts. In the food and beverage sector, they are a popular choice due to their hygienic, easy-to-clean surface. For marine and outdoor applications, 304 bars provide excellent durability and performance, ensuring they stand up to the elements while maintaining their integrity.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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