Maduka Metals, located in Abuja, Nigeria, is a reliable manufacturer and supplier of **Stainless Steel 904L Round Bars and Rods**. These products are celebrated for their outstanding corrosion resistance and remarkable strength. We take pride in crafting our 904L stainless steel items using top-notch raw materials and cutting-edge manufacturing techniques that adhere to international standards. Built to thrive in tough industrial settings, our round bars and rods deliver exceptional durability, weldability, and formability. At Maduka Metals, we cater to a variety of industries, providing dependable and high-performance stainless steel solutions for chemical, marine, petrochemical, and construction applications.
Our Stainless Steel 904L Round Bars and Rods are made up of iron, nickel (23–28%), chromium (19–23%), molybdenum (4–5%), along with small amounts of copper (1–2%), manganese, and silicon. This rich alloy composition significantly boosts resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, and harsh acidic environments. On the mechanical side, they boast a tensile strength of about 490 MPa, a yield strength of 220 MPa, and an elongation of 35%. The material retains good toughness, hardness, and stability even at high temperatures, making it perfect for demanding engineering tasks.
| Standards | ASTM / ASME |
| Designation | B 649, SB 649 |
| Grade | 904L Round Bars and Rods 904L Round Bars and Rods: ASTM B 649, ASME SB 649 |
EN/DIN | 1.4539 X1NiCrMoCu25-20-5 |
|---|---|
AFNOR | Z2CNDU25.20 |
UNS | N08904 |
AISI | 904L / F904L |
BS | 904S13 |
SS | 2562 |
OTHER | ASTM A182 ASTM A262 ASTM A479 ASTM B649 / ASME SB649 DIN 17440 EN10088-3 EN10272 NACE MR01-75 / ISO 15156 SEW 400-VdTÜV421 |
BRANDS | URANUS B6™ VLX904™ AL-904L™ CRONIFER 1925™ 2RK65™ |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | Cu |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS 904L | 0.020 max | 2 max | 1 max | 0.040 max | 0.030 max | 19.0-23.0 | 4.0-5.0 max | 23.00 – 28.00 | 1.0-2.0 |
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.95 g/cm3 | 1350 °C (2460 °F) | Psi – 71000 , MPa – 490 | Psi – 32000 , MPa – 220 | 35% |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | KS | AFNOR | EN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS 904L | 1.4539 | N08904 | SUS 904L | 904S13 | STS 317J5L | Z2 NCDU 25-20 | X1NiCrMoCu25-20-5 |
Type | SIZES (mm) | SIZES (Inches) | ISO Tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
Cold Drawn and Polish | 3.00 – 75.00 | 1/8″ – 3.00″ | h8-h9-h10-h11 |
Cold Drawn and Ground | 10.00 – 75.00 | 5/6″ – 2.50″ | h8-h9-h10-h11 |
Peeled and Polished | 40.00 – 150.00 | 1.50″ – 6.00″ | h11, h11-DIN 1013 |
Peeled and Ground | 20.00 – 50.00 | 3/4″ – 2.00″ | h9-h10-h11 |
Cut to size on request (tolerance +2/-0 mm). Standard lengths of 904L Stainless Steel Bars 2000 mm up to 6000 mm available
5.0 | 45.0 |
6.0 | 50.0 |
7.0 | 55.0 |
8.0 | 60.0 |
9.0 | 65.0 |
10.0 | 70.0 |
12.0 | 75.0 |
16.0 | 80.0 |
20.0 | 90.0 |
25.0 | 100.0 |
30.0 | 130.0 |
35.0 | 160.0 |
40.0 | 904L.0 |
Yes, Stainless Steel 904L Round Bars/Rod can be easily welded, machined, and fabricated, offering excellent work ability due to its high nickel and chromium content, ensuring durability and resistance to corrosion.
Yes, Stainless Steel 904L Round Bars/Rod can be used at high temperatures, typically up to 1000°F (537°C), maintaining excellent corrosion resistance and strength in elevated thermal environments.
Yes, Stainless Steel 904L Round Bars/Rod can be fully recycled without losing quality. Stainless steel is highly recyclable, making it an eco-friendly material for various applications.
Stainless Steel 904L Round Bars and Rods find their place in industries where corrosion resistance and durability are paramount. They are particularly well-suited for chemical processing plants, heat exchangers, marine equipment, and oil and gas refineries. Their exceptional resistance to sulfuric acid and chloride stress corrosion makes them ideal for offshore and coastal structures. Moreover, these bars and rods are utilized in the paper and pulp, power generation, pharmaceutical, and food processing sectors. At Maduka Metals, we guarantee precision-engineered 904L stainless steel products that meet the rigorous performance standards of today’s industrial 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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