Hemi Metals is a reliable manufacturer and supplier located in Hamilton, New Zealand, specializing in top-notch Stainless Steel 316L Round Bars and Rods for a variety of industries. Known for their precision engineering and unwavering quality, Hemi Metals guarantees that their products adhere to strict international standards. The Stainless Steel 316L Round Bars and Rods they provide are crafted for outstanding corrosion resistance and long-lasting performance, even in tough environments. With dependable logistics, technical know-how, and a customer-centric approach, Hemi Metals stands out as a trustworthy partner for high-performance stainless steel solutions throughout New Zealand and beyond.
Stainless Steel 316L Round Bars and Rods are low-carbon austenitic stainless steels primarily made up of chromium, nickel, and molybdenum. The low carbon content minimizes the risk of carbide precipitation during welding, which boosts corrosion resistance. Molybdenum plays a key role in enhancing resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, particularly in environments rich in chlorides. On the mechanical side, these Stainless Steel 316L Round Bars and Rods offer good tensile and yield strength, along with excellent ductility and toughness across a wide temperature range, ensuring reliable performance in both structural and precision-engineered applications.
| Specification | ASTM A276/ A479, ASME SA276/SA479 |
|---|---|
| Grade | Stainless Steel 316L (UNS S31603) |
| Flat bar size | 1/2” to 10” in thickness range of 2mm to 150mm |
| Square bar size | 18mm – 47mm (11/16″ to 1-3/4″) |
| Round bar size | Outside Diameter in the range of 4mm to 500mm |
| Hex Bar size | 18mm – 57mm (11/16″ to 2-3/4″) |
| Bright Bar | Outside Diameter in the range of 4mm to 100mm |
| Channel Bar | 80 x 40mm to 150 x 75mm section; 5.0 to 6.0mm thickness |
| Hollow Bar | 32mm OD x 16mm ID to 250mm OD x 200mm ID) |
| Billet Size | 1/2″ to 495mm Diameter |
| Angle bar size | 3mm*20mm*20mm~12mm*100mm*100mm |
| Rectangular bar Size | 33 x 30mm to 295 x 1066mm |
| Finish | Cold (bright) drawn, centreless ground, hot rolled, smooth turned, peeled, slit rolled edge, hot rolled annealed, Rough Turned, Bright, Polish, Grinding, Centreless Ground & Black |
| Tolerance | H8, H9, H10, H11, H12, H13K9, K10, K11, K12 or as per clients’ requirements |
| Surface | Cold Drawn, Bright, Sand Blasting Finished, Hot Rolled Pickled, Hairline, Polished |
| Condition | Hardened & tempered, annealed |
| Technique | 316L Stainless Steel Cold Drawn, Hot Rolled, Forged Round Bar, Rod, Cold Rolled |
| Processing | Bar cutting to 650mm |
| Section | 3.0 to 12.0mm thickness |
| Form | Precision Ground Bar, Flat Bar, Square, Round, Half Round Bar, Rod, Rectangle, Hex (A/F), T-Bar, Channel Bar,Blocks, Round Rod, Threaded, Profiles, Billet, Ingot, I/H Bar, Forging, Rings, Hollow, Triangle etc. |
| Our 316L Stainless Steel Round bar conforms to NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 | |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N |
| SS 316L | 0.3 max | 2 max | 0.75 max | 0.045 max | 0.030 max | 16 – 18 | 2 – 3 | 10 – 14 | 0.10 max |
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 8.0 g/cm3 | 1454 °C (2650 °F) | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 40 % |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 316L | 1.4404 / 1.4435 | S31603 | SUS 316L | 316S11 / 316S13 | 03Ch17N14M3 / 03Ch17N14M2 | Z3CND17‐11‐02 / Z3CND18‐14‐032 | X2CrNiMo17-12-2 / X2CrNiMo18-14-3 |
Stainless Steel 316L contains molybdenum, which enhances resistance to chloride-induced pitting and corrosion, making it highly suitable for marine and coastal applications.
Yes, the low carbon content in 316L minimizes carbide precipitation during welding, ensuring excellent corrosion resistance even in heat-affected zones.
316L bars and rods are widely used in marine, chemical, pharmaceutical, food processing, and medical industries due to their corrosion resistance and durability.
These Stainless Steel 316L Round Bars and Rods find extensive use in industries where corrosion resistance, strength, and hygiene are crucial. Common applications include chemical processing equipment, marine fittings, food and beverage machinery, pharmaceutical plants, and components for oil and gas. They are also frequently utilized for shafts, fasteners, valves, heat exchangers, and architectural features. Thanks to their superb weldability, machinability, and formability, Stainless Steel 316L Round Bars and Rods are perfect for fabrication and custom manufacturing, providing a long service life and lower maintenance costs in challenging operating conditions.






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