George Metals is a top producer and supplier of premium stainless steel 316 bars and rods, with its headquarters located in Houston, USA. These bars are highly regarded in the food, chemical processing, marine, and pharmaceutical industries due to their outstanding mechanical qualities and remarkable resistance to corrosion. George Metals guarantees that all 316 bars and rods are produced in accordance with strict international standards, providing superior surface finish and dimensional accuracy. George Metals provides Stainless Steel 316 products in a range of sizes and custom lengths, emphasising dependability, durability, and customer satisfaction while providing consistent performance for both routine and demanding industrial applications.
The low carbon content of stainless steel 316 bars and rods is made up of roughly 16–18% chromium, 10–14% nickel, and 2–3% molybdenum. Molybdenum improves corrosion resistance, especially against acidic environments and chlorides. These bars have a yield strength of 205 MPa, a tensile strength of about 515 MPa, and good toughness and elongation even at cryogenic temperatures. 316 stainless steel is perfect for both structural and corrosive applications because it is non-magnetic when annealed and can be cold worked to increase strength.
Standard : EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI
Specification : ASTM A276, A479 / ASME SA276, SA479
Hex Bars : 18mm – 57mm (11/16″ to 2-3/4″)
Bright Bars : Outside Diameter in the range of 4mm to 100mm
Round Bars : Outside Diameter in the range of 4mm to 500mm
Form : Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle Etc.
Square Bars : 18mm – 47mm (11/16″ to 1-3/4″)
Length : 1 to 6 Meters, Custom Cut Lengths
Finish : Black, Bright Polished, Rough Turned, NO.4 Finish, Matt Finish, BA Finish
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N |
| SS 316 | 0.08 max | 2.0 max | 1.0 max | 0.045 max | 0.030 max | 16.00 – 18.00 | 2.00 – 3.00 | 11.00 – 14.00 | 67.845 min |
| 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 | 35 % |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS |
| SS 316 | – | S31609 |
Because of their exceptional strength and resistance to corrosion, stainless steel 316 bars and rods are widely used in chemical processing facilities, pharmaceutical companies, and marine environments. They are perfect for making pressure vessels, heat exchangers, fasteners, pump shafts, and equipment used in food processing. They are extremely resistant to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride-rich environments due to their molybdenum content. Because of their durability and aesthetic appeal, these rods are also utilised in architectural applications, medical implants, and coastal construction. 316 bars and rods offer dependable performance and long-lasting service in a range of industries, whether for hygienic applications or high-humidity settings.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
George 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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