Sadiki Metals, located in Kinshasa, Congo, stands out as a top manufacturer and supplier of high-quality stainless steel products, including Stainless Steel 304 Hex Bars and Rods. These hex bars and rods are celebrated for their remarkable corrosion resistance, durability, and versatility, making them perfect for a wide range of industrial and commercial uses. Stainless Steel 304 is among the most popular stainless steels, thanks to its fantastic balance of strength, corrosion resistance, and formability. At Sadiki Metals, we take pride in ensuring that every hex bar and rod is crafted to meet international standards, guaranteeing consistent quality, mechanical reliability, and long-lasting performance.
Stainless Steel 304 Hex Bars and Rods are made from an austenitic stainless steel alloy that contains 18–20% chromium and 8–10.5% nickel, along with a low carbon content (≤0.08%). This specific composition grants excellent corrosion resistance across various environments, including atmospheric, chemical, and food-grade applications. The material boasts a tensile strength of around 515–700 MPa, a yield strength of approximately 205–275 MPa, and an elongation exceeding 40%. 304 stainless steel is known for its good oxidation resistance, toughness, and dimensional stability, making it ideal for both structural and precision applications.
Dimensions : ASTM, ASME
Standard : ASTM / ASME SA A276, A479, ASTM A493
Length : Random, Fix & Cut Length
Size : 20MM to 150MM
| Element | C | Cr | Mn | Ni | P | S | Si |
| SS 304 | 8.0 – 11.0 | 18.0 – 20.0 | 2.0 max | 8.0 – 11.0 | 0.045 max | 0.03 max | 1.0 max |
| Element | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Elongation | Reduction in Area | Hardness |
| SS 304 | Psi – 85,000 | Psi – 45,000 | 50% | 55% | Rb 180 |
| Element | Density, lb/in3 | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| SS 304 | 8.0 g/cm3 | 1400 °C (2550 °F) | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 35 % |
| HEXAGONS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size(mm) | WT PER FEET IN KGS | WT PER MTR IN KGS |
| 16 | 0.55 | 1.79 |
| 18 | 0.69 | 2.27 |
| 20 | 0.85 | 2.80 |
| 22 | 1.03 | 3.39 |
| 25 | 1.33 | 4.38 |
| 28 | 1.67 | 5.49 |
| 30 | 1.92 | 6.30 |
| 32 | 2.19 | 7.17 |
| 36 | 2.77 | 9.07 |
| 38 | 3.08 | 10.11 |
| 40 | 3.41 | 11.20 |
| 45 | 4.32 | 14.18 |
| 50 | 5.34 | 17.50 |
| 56 | – | – |
| 60 | – | – |
| 65 | – | – |
| 70 | – | – |
| 75 | – | – |
| 80 | – | – |
| 90 | – | – |
| 100 | – | – |
Standard sizes for SS 304 hex bars/rods typically range from 1/8" to 6" in diameter. Custom sizes, lengths, and finishes are generally available upon request, depending on the supplier's capabilities and production methods.
SS 304 hex bars/rods can be welded and fabricated into complex shapes with relative ease. It offers good weldability, but pre-welding surface preparation and proper techniques are necessary to avoid distortion or degradation of material properties.
SS 304 offers good strength and corrosion resistance, suitable for many applications. Compared to other grades like SS 316, it has slightly lower corrosion resistance, especially in chloride environments, but SS 304 is more cost-effective and widely used.
Stainless Steel 304 Hex Bars and Rods find extensive use in industries that demand corrosion resistance, strength, and versatility. They are commonly utilized in chemical processing equipment, food and beverage machinery, kitchen utensils, fasteners, architectural structures, and heat exchangers. Additionally, they are essential in automotive parts, marine components, and medical equipment, where durability and hygiene are paramount. Industries such as food processing, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, construction, and marine heavily depend on 304 stainless steel hex bars and rods for reliable performance.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Sadiki Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Kinshasa, Congo
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