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Written by Dr. Juergen Abrams on October 24, 2024.
Stainless steel rods are bars made from corrosion-resistant steel, produced in various alloys. Stainless rods are resistant to rust and other forms of corrosion, making them essential for many projects and industries.
When it comes to stainless steel round bars, it's not only the size of the circular material that matters but also the steel alloy and its specific properties. Depending on the heat treatment process, stainless rods with the same alloy content can exhibit different characteristics.
In addition to the common stainless rods in grade 316 and grade 304, ABRAMS Industries® US offers a wide selection of stainless round stock in the appropriate measurement system, as many industrial projects require specialized solutions.
For this reason, we not only maintain a stock of standard sizes, but also:
• SS Steel rod in Imperial sizes
• SS Steel rod in Metric sizes
• Stainless cold finished rounds
• Stainless decarb-free rounds
Additionally, we offer a cutting service and same-day shipping on qualifying orders.
TOLERANCES OF A STAINLESS STEEL ROD
Tolerance | over (+) / under (-) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
Imperial Sizes | Metric Sizes - ISO H9 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Cold Finished Stainless Rod Imperial Tolerances:
These are maximum tolerances. For more exact tolerances call our sales team. Processing: • Drawn • Smooth turned • Ground • Ground and polished | Cold Finished Stainless Rod Metric Tolerances:
These are maximum tolerances. For more exact tolerances call our sales team. Processing: • Drawn • Smooth turned • Ground • Ground and polished | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Decarb Free Stainless Rod Imperial Tolerances:
These steel rounds are oversized to finish to nominal diameter. Processing: • Diameter peeled or rough-turned • Length saw cut | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
📞 (331) 234-9900 - Custom Cut - If you need a tighter tolerance, call us! | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
WHAT MAKES STAINLESS STEEL RODS SPECIAL?
Stainless steel rods are known for their strength. This property makes them especially suitable for structural applications. Depending on the stainless steel alloy, they can withstand high pressures, loads, and stresses.
Certain stainless steel round bars are highly heat-resistant or can endure extreme temperature fluctuations while maintaining their strength. This makes them useful in both extremely hot and cold environments.
SS ROD AND ITS USES
The range of applications for a solid stainless steel rod is vast. This material plays a key role in various fields. Due to its excellent material properties, such as corrosion resistance, high strength, and long service life, cylindrical steel bars are used across many industries.
In addition to the production of precision components, stainless steel rods are used in load-bearing structures, buildings, and stair railings. Furthermore, ss rods are ideal for the production of surgical instruments, implants, and medical devices due to their hygienic properties.
The round stainless steel bar has also found its place in the art and decorative sectors. It is used for decorative elements, sculptures, and installations because it is both aesthetically pleasing and resistant to weather conditions.
From infrastructure and mechanical engineering to medicine, stainless steel round stock plays a vital role in nearly every industry.
AVAILABLE STAINLESS STEEL ROD ALLOYS
Order your stainless steel rounds from ABRAMS Industries® US with no minimum order value or quantity. Purchase ss steel rods in exactly the quantity you need.
Choose from 11 different alloys. Each stainless steel grade offers specific benefits. We’re happy to assist you in finding the optimal stainless steel round bar for your application. Rely on our years of expertise and benefit from the quality of our products!
303 Stainless Steel Rod
36 Imperial Sizes Cold Finished rounds (DCF)
Diameter: From ¼ Inch to 4 Inch
Price Charts | 10 Metric Sizes
Price Charts | |||
303 Customized cuts available. | ||||
Common applications of alloy 303: Food industry, photographic industry, paint industry, oil industry, soap industry, paper industry, textile industry, mechanical engineering, turned parts, fittings construction, kitchen equipment, decoration | ||||
304 Stainless Steel Rod
36 Imperial Sizes Cold Finished rounds (DCF)
Diameter: From ¼ Inch to 4 Inch
Price Charts | 10 Metric Sizes
Price Charts | |||
304 Customized cuts available. | ||||
Common applications of alloy 304: Food industry, photographic industry, paint industry, oil industry, soap industry, paper industry, textile industry, mechanical engineering, turned parts, fittings construction, kitchen equipment, decoration | ||||
316L / 316 Stainless Steel Rod
32 Imperial Sizes Cold Finished rounds (DCF)
Diameter: From ¼ Inch to 4 Inch
Price Charts | 9 Metric Sizes
Price Charts | |||
316L / 316 Customized cuts available. | ||||
Common applications of alloy 316L / 316: Chemical industry, pharmaceutical industry, food industry, valve and plant construction, building industry, automotive industry, aviation industry, mechanical engineering, offshore, petrochemical industry, electrical equipment, decorative uses, kitchen equipment. | ||||
316Ti Stainless Steel Rod
9 Metric Sizes
Price Charts | |
316Ti Customized cuts available. | |
Common applications of alloy 316Ti: Chemical industry, textile industry, oil industry, building industry, food industry, soap industry, paper industry, photographic industry, paint industry, rubber industry, mechanical engineering, apparatus engineering, pump construction, compressor construction, pipeline construction, shipbuilding, medical technology, pharmaceutical industry, nuclear engineering. |
410 Stainless Steel Rod
9 Imperial Sizes Decarb free rounds (DCF)
Diameter: From 2 ½ Inch to 4 Inch
Price Charts | 23 Metric Sizes
Diameter: From ¼ Inch to 2 Inch Length: 18 Inch and 36 Inch
Price Charts | ||||
410 Customized cuts available. | |||||
Common applications of alloy 410: Hydraulic engineering, mechanical engineering, pump industry, oil industry, petrochemical industry, decorative uses, kitchen equipment, food industry, environmental technology, energy technology (hydroelectric power). | |||||
420 Stainless Steel Rod
32 Imperial Sizes Cold Finished rounds (DCF)
Diameter: From ¼ Inch to 4 Inch
Price Charts | 5 Metric Sizes
Price Charts | |||
420 Customized cuts available. | ||||
Common applications of alloy 420: Mechanical engineering, medical technology, plastic molds, synthetic resin mold tools, die casting tools, light metal die casting, cutting tools, machine knives, kitchen knives, razors, shears, scraper blades, surgical instruments, measuring tools, roller bearings, ball bearings, ice-skates, pump parts, valves. | ||||
420 mod. Stainless Steel Rod
6 Metric Sizes
Price Charts | |
420 mod. Customized cuts available. | |
Common applications of alloy 420 mod.: Automotive industry, power engineering, turbine and power plant construction, medical technology, mechanical engineering, petrochemical industry, cutting tool industry, knives, fasteners, architecture and decoration. |
431 Stainless Steel Rod
12 Imperial Sizes Decarb free rounds (DCF)
Diameter: From 1 ¾ Inch to 4 Inch
Price Charts | 20 Metric Sizes
Diameter: From ¼ Inch to 1 ½ Inch
Price Charts | ||||
431 Customized cuts available. | |||||
Common applications of alloy 431: Mechanical engineering, automotive industry, oil and petrochemical industry, aviation, food industry, soap industry, acetic acid industry, shafts, pump parts, perforated plates, spindles, piston rods, valve cones, turbine blades. | |||||
440B Stainless Steel Rod
7 Metric Sizes
Price Charts | |
440B Customized cuts available. | |
Common applications of alloy 440B: Cutting tools, knives, knife blades, cutlery, guide rails, wear parts, perforated discs, screw elements, pump shafts, scale pans, horizontal cutting, surgical instruments, plastic molds, injection nozzles, roller bearings, ball bearings, mechanical engineering, food industry, building industry. |
440C Stainless Steel Rod
10 Imperial Sizes Decarb free rounds (DCF)
Diameter: From 2 Inch to 4 Inch
Price Charts | 22 Imperial Sizes
Diameter: From ¼ Inch to 1 ¾
Price Charts | ||||
440C Customized cuts available. | |||||
Common applications of alloy 440C: Knives for the food industry, frozen food cutters, pork and beef cleaving knives, fish industry knives, accessories for meat grinders. | |||||
CHARACTERISTICS TABLE OF STAINLESS STEEL PLATE ALLOYS
| Grade/Characteristic | Machinability | Corrosion Resistance | Weldability | Bending/Forming | Magnetic |
| 303 SS Rod | Excellent | Very Good | Not recommended | Poor | No |
| 304 SS Rod | Fair | Very Good | Excellent | Excellent | No |
| 316 SS Rod | Fair | Very Good | Good | Excellent | No |
| 316L SS Rod | Fair | Very Good | Good | Excellent | No |
| 316Ti SS Rod | Fair | Very Good | Very Good | Excellent | No |
| 410 SS Rod | Good | Good | Medium*1 | Good | Yes |
| 420 SS Rod | Good | Good | Medium*1 | Good | Yes |
| 420 mod. SS Rod | Good | Good | Poor*1 | Good | Yes |
| 431 SS Rod | Fair | Very Good | Very Good*1 | Good | Yes |
| 440B SS Rod | Fair | Very Good | Not recommended*1 | Good | Yes |
| 440C SS Rod | Fair | Very Good | Not normally done*1 | Good | Yes |
*1 Only with pre- and post heat treatment, if unavoidable
*2 Preheat needed if unavoidable