At Phehlukwayo Metal, located in the vibrant city of Cape Town, South Africa, we take pride in offering top-notch Aluminium Round Bars and Rods that are tailored to your unique specifications. Our products are celebrated for their versatility, lightweight strength, and outstanding resistance to corrosion. Each bar and rod is crafted with precision, adhering to strict quality standards, making them suitable for a variety of industries such as construction, automotive, aerospace, and general engineering. We’re committed to delivering consistent quality, timely service, and personalized attention, ensuring that our aluminium round bars and rods meet your specific project needs and performance expectations.
Our aluminium round bars and rods are typically made from popular alloys like 6061, 6063, and 6082, which strike a perfect balance between strength, corrosion resistance, and machinability. Depending on the alloy and temper, these bars boast tensile strengths ranging from about 200 to 310 MPa. They are non-magnetic, lightweight, and show remarkable resistance to oxidation and weathering. Plus, they’re easy to fabricate, weld, and finish, making them an excellent choice for applications that require precision machining and durability.
| Standard Specification | ASTM B221 / ASTM SB221 |
| Dimensions Chart | EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI |
| Size Chart | 5 To 500 mm |
| Diameter | 0.1 to 100 mm |
| Length | 100 To 3000 mm Long & Above |
| Surface Finish | Black, Bright Polished, Rough Turned, NO.4 Finish, Matt Finish, BA Finish |
| Tolerance | H8, H9, H10, H11, H12, H13K9, K10, K11, K12 or as per clients’ requirements |
| Form | Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle, Billet, Ingot, Forging Etc. |
| Grade | Si | Fe | Cu | Zn | Mn | Mg | Ti | Cr | Al | Others(Total) |
| Aluminium | 0.40 – 0.80 | 0.70 max | 0.15-0.40 | 0.25 max | 0.15 | 0.8-1.2 | 0.15 max | 0.04-0.35 | Balance | 0.15 max |
| Temper | Tensile | Hardness | ||||
| Ultimate | Yield | Elongation | Brinell | |||
| KSI | MPA | KSI | MPA | % | ||
| T6, T651 | 45 | 310 | 21 | 145 | 25 | 65 |
Aluminium bars and rods come in various types, including round, square, rectangular, hexagonal, and flat. They are available in different alloys such as 1050, 6061, 6082, and 7075.
You can buy high-quality aluminium bars and rods from suppliers like Phehlukwayo Metals, Aalco Metals, and Metal Supermarkets in the South Africa. They offer a range of grades and sizes for various applications.
Yes, we provide bars and rods in standard and customized dimensions and polishes to meet your specific project requirements. For more details mail us on sales@phehlukwayometal.co.za
You’ll find aluminium round bars and rods widely used in mechanical and structural engineering for components like shafts, axles, and fittings. In the automotive and aerospace sectors, they serve as lightweight structural parts, connectors, and fasteners. The manufacturing industry also relies on them for tooling, machine parts, and fixtures that need to be both strong and resistant to corrosion. Additionally, they’re popular in marine equipment, signage, and furniture manufacturing, thanks to their impressive strength-to-weight ratio and appealing finish. Overall, aluminium round bars and rods are a versatile solution for any project that demands lightweight, durable, and easily machinable materials.






We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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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