Maduka Metals, a well-respected manufacturer and supplier located in Abuja, Nigeria, is renowned for its top-notch **Stainless Steel 304 Hex Bars and Rods**. These bars are designed to offer exceptional corrosion resistance, strength, and durability, making them perfect for a variety of industrial and structural uses. With the help of cutting-edge technology and high-quality raw materials, Maduka Metals guarantees precise dimensions, smooth surface finishes, and compliance with international quality standards. Stainless Steel 304, the most commonly used austenitic grade, strikes a fantastic balance between mechanical strength, formability, and resistance to oxidation and chemical exposure.
**Stainless Steel 304 Hex Bars and Rods** mainly consist of **iron**, along with **18–20% chromium**, **8–11% nickel**, and a **low carbon content (≤0.08%)**, plus trace amounts of **manganese**, **silicon**, and **phosphorus**. This type of austenitic stainless steel boasts impressive **tensile strength (515–700 MPa)**, good **ductility**, and excellent **weldability**. The high levels of chromium and nickel provide remarkable resistance to corrosion and oxidation, while its non-magnetic properties and smooth surface finish enhance performance in challenging environments.
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 | – | – |
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| 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.
You’ll find **Stainless Steel 304 Hex Bars and Rods** widely utilized in the **food processing, chemical, marine, and architectural sectors** due to their outstanding hygiene, corrosion resistance, and ease of fabrication. They’re perfect for **fasteners, shafts, valves, pumps, and machine components** that need both strength and visual appeal. These bars are also used in **automotive, construction, and pharmaceutical equipment**, where moisture and atmospheric resistance are crucial. Their versatility, durability, and cost-effectiveness make 304 stainless steel hex bars a top choice for both industrial and commercial applications.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Maduka Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Abuja, Nigeria
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