Phehlukwayo Metal, located in Cape Town, South Africa, specializes in providing top-notch Alloy Steel Rectangular Bars that are celebrated for their remarkable strength, toughness, and resistance to wear. These bars are crafted with precision to adhere to stringent industry standards, making them ideal for demanding applications in sectors like automotive, engineering, mining, and heavy machinery. Phehlukwayo Metal is dedicated to delivering reliable alloy steel bars that boast excellent mechanical properties, ensuring they perform well even in the toughest conditions. With a strong focus on quality, quick delivery, and technical support, the company tailors its solutions to meet the specific needs of clients who require superior alloy steel components.
Typically, Alloy Steel Rectangular Bars are made from a blend of elements such as chromium, molybdenum, nickel, and manganese, which enhance their mechanical properties beyond what carbon steels can offer. These bars provide impressive tensile strength, ranging from 600 to 1100 MPa, depending on the grade and heat treatment. They are known for their excellent toughness, fatigue resistance, and wear resistance, along with good hardenability. Most alloy steels can be heat-treated and are available in various tempers to meet specific application needs. While machinability can vary by alloy, it is generally good in the annealed state, and welding is feasible with the right preparation.
| Specifications | ASTM A182, ASME SA182 |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI |
| Range | 5mm to 500mm Dia in 100mm to 6000mm Length |
| Diameter | 10 mm To 200 mm |
| Thickenss | 0.5mm to 500mm Diameter |
| High Speed Steel (HSS), HCHCR & OHNS in Grade | M2, M3, M35, M42, T-1, T-4, T-15, T-42, D2, D3, H11, H13, OHNS-01 & EN52 |
| Finish | Black, Bright Polished, Rough Turned, NO.4 Finish, Matt Finish, BA Finish |
| Length | 1000 mm Long To 6000 mm Long |
| Form | Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle, Billet, Ingot, Forging Etc. |
| Element | C | Cr | Mn | Mo | P | S | Si | Ni |
| F5 | 0.15 Max | 4.0-6.0 | 0.30-0.60 | 0.44-0.65 | 0.035 Max | 0.030 Max | 0.50 Max | 0.50 Max |
| F1 | 0.15 Max | 3.0-5.0 | 0.30-0.60 | 0.40-0.50 | 0.035 Max | 0.030 Max | 0.50 Max | 0.50 Max |
| F22 | 0.05-0.15 | 2.00-2.50 | 0.30-0.60 | 0.90-1.10 | 0.035 Max | 0.040 Max | 0.50 Max | – |
| F91 | 0.08-0.12 | 8.0-9.5 | 0.30-0.60 | 0.85-1.05 | 0.020 Max | 0.010 Max | 0.20-0.50 | 0.40 Max |
| F9 | 0.15 Max | 8.0-10.0 | 0.30-0.60 | 0.90- 1.10 | 0.030 Max | 0.030 Max | 0.50- 1.00 | – |
| F11 | 0.10-0.20 | 1.00-1.50 | 0.40-0.65 | 0.44-0.65 | 0.025 Max | 0.040 Max | 0.50-0.80 | – |
| Grade | Tensile Strength (ksi) min | Elongation (% in 50mm) min | Yield Strength 0.2% Proof (ksi) min |
| F9 | 415 | 30 | 205 |
| F5 | 275 | 485 | 20 |
Alloy steel rectangular bars are not inherently environmentally friendly due to energy-intensive production processes and mining of raw materials. However, they can be recycled, reducing their environmental impact.
Yes, alloy steel rectangular bars are customizable in terms of dimensions, alloy composition, and surface finish. They can be tailored to specific applications, including strength, corrosion resistance, and shape requirements.
Alloy steel rectangular bars are durable due to their alloying elements like chromium, nickel, and molybdenum, which enhance strength, hardness, and resistance to wear, corrosion, and high temperatures, making them long-lasting.
Alloy Steel Rectangular Bars find extensive use in heavy engineering for machine parts, gears, shafts, and structural components that demand high strength and durability. In the automotive industry, they are utilized in transmission parts, crankshafts, and axles. The mining and construction sectors rely on them for wear-resistant liners, tool holders, and heavy-duty fasteners. They are also prevalent in power generation and defense equipment, where toughness and fatigue resistance are essential. Alloy steel rectangular bars offer a dependable, high-performance solution for various components.






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Phehlukwayo Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Cape Town, South Africa
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