Maduka Metals, a leading manufacturer and supplier located in Abuja, Nigeria, specializes in top-notch Stainless Steel Bright Bars and Rods. These products are crafted for exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and precision. Each bright bar and rod is made to comply with international standards, guaranteeing impressive dimensional accuracy and dependable performance in tough industrial, marine, and chemical settings. Maduka Metals caters to a variety of industries, including aerospace, petrochemical, automotive, and power generation, offering cutting-edge stainless steel solutions. Thanks to meticulous manufacturing processes and rigorous quality control, every Stainless Steel Bright Bar and Rod boasts remarkable mechanical properties, long-lasting durability, and resistance to wear and corrosion, making them perfect for critical engineering and structural applications.
These Stainless Steel Bright Bars and Rods are made from high-performance stainless steel alloys that include chromium, nickel, molybdenum, along with trace amounts of carbon, manganese, and silicon. This unique blend ensures excellent corrosion resistance, high tensile and yield strength, and good ductility. In terms of mechanics, they showcase tensile strengths between 500–1200 MPa, yield strengths of 250–900 MPa, and hardness values reaching up to 40 HRC, depending on the specific grade. Their mix of strength, toughness, and resistance to oxidation and chemical exposure makes them ideal for precision engineering, industrial, and marine uses.
Standards : ASTM A276, ASTM A484, AISI
Grade : 201, 202, 301, 302, 303, 304, 304H, 304L, 316, 316H, 316L, 309, 309S, 310, 310S, 316Ti, 317, 317L, 347, 321, 321H, 410, 416, 420, 430, 430F, 431, 440C, 630, 17-4PH, F51
Range : from2.00mm to 6.35mm (0.078″ to 0.25″)dia.
Tolerance : DIN 671, ASTM A484 & as per customer’s specific requirement.
Finish : Cold drawn, Centreless Ground, Polished
| Grade | Su | C | Si | P | Cr | Ni | M | Mo | Other |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 316 | 0.030 max | 0.08 max | 0.75 max | 0.045 max | 16.0-18.0 | 10.0 14.0 | 2.00 max | 2.0 3.0 | – |
| 317L | 0.030 max | 0.035 max | 0.75 max | 0.045 max | 18.0-20.0 | 11.0 14.0 | 2.00 max | 3.0 4.0 | – |
| 304 | 0.030 max | 0.08 max | 0.75 max | 0.045 max | 18.0-20.0 | 8.0 11.0 | 2.00 max | – | – |
| 310 S | 0.030 max | 0.08 max | 1.5 max | 0.045 max | 24.0-26.0 | 19.0 22.0 | 2.00 max | 3.0 4.0 | – |
| 347 H | 0.030 max | 0.04 0.10 | 0.75 max | 0.045 max | 17.0- 19.0 | 9.0 13.0 | 2.00 max | – | 10C(Cb+Ta)<1.10% |
| 321 | 0.030 max | 0.08 | 0.75 max | 0.045 max | 17.0-20.0 | 9.0 12.0 | 2.00 max | – | 5C 0.70% |
| Grade | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Density | Elongation | Melting Point |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS 303 | Psi – 85,000 | Psi – 45,000 | 55% | 50 % | Rb 180 |
| SS 202 | 515 MPa | 275 MPa | 8.0 g/cm3 | 40 % | 1454 °C |
| SS 304 | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 8.0 g/cm3 | 40% | 1400 °C |
| SS 304L | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 8.0 g/cm3 | 40% | 1400 °C |
| SS 316 | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 8.0 g/cm3 | 35 % | 1454 °C |
| SS 316L | 485 Min | 170 Min. | 8.0 g/cm3 | 40 % | 1400 °C |
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Drawn Bar |
Min. (mm) |
Max. (mm) |
Drawn Bar |
Min. (inch) |
Max. (inch) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Rounds |
14 mm |
76 mm |
Rounds |
5/8” |
3” |
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Flats Width :
Height : |
20 mm
5mm |
100 mm
40 mm |
Flats Width :
Height : |
3/4″
1/2″ |
4”
1-1/2” |
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Squares |
14 mm |
65 mm |
Squares |
1/2″ |
2-1/2” |
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Hexagonals |
12 mm |
60 mm |
Hexagonals |
5/8” |
2” |
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Bright Bar Weight Calculation Formula |
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Bright Bar Weight Formula
0.00623 X ( mm ) Diam X ( mm ) Diam = Weight / Meter
0.0019 X ( mm ) Diam X ( mm ) Diam = Weight / Feet |
Square Bar Weight Formula0.00788 X ( mm ) Diam X ( mm ) Diam = Weight / Meter
0.00240 X ( mm ) Diam X ( mm ) Diam = Weight / Feet
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Brightagonal Bar Weight Forumla
0.00680 X ( mm ) Diam X ( mm ) Diam = Weight / Meter
0.002072 X ( mm ) Width X ( mm ) Diam = Weight / Feet |
Bright Bar Weight Forumla
0.00798 X ( mm ) Thickness X ( mm ) Width = Weight / Meter
0.00243 X ( mm ) Width X ( mm ) Thickness = Weight / Feet |
Yes, stainless steel bright bars and rods can be customized in size according to specific requirements. They are available in various diameters, lengths, and finishes to suit diverse industrial applications.
Yes, stainless steel bright bars are highly corrosion-resistant due to their chromium content, which forms a protective oxide layer, preventing rust and ensuring durability in various harsh environments and applications.
Yes, stainless steel bright bars can be welded. They are compatible with various welding methods, including TIG, MIG, and stick welding. However, proper precautions, such as controlling heat input, are needed to maintain corrosion resistance and prevent distortion.
Stainless Steel Bright Bars and Rods find extensive application in industries that demand durable, corrosion-resistant, and high-strength materials with precise dimensions. In the chemical and petrochemical sectors, they are utilized for pumps, valves, piping systems, and storage tanks that come into contact with corrosive substances. In marine contexts, they are essential for shipbuilding, offshore structures, and desalination equipment. In the aerospace, automotive, and power generation fields, bright bars and rods are employed for shafts, fasteners, structural components, and machinery parts.






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