Phehlukwayo Metal, a well-respected manufacturer and supplier located in Cape Town, South Africa, specializes in top-notch Stainless Steel 13-8 MO Bars and Rods. These products are celebrated for their remarkable strength, toughness, and resistance to corrosion. By utilizing cutting-edge production and heat-treatment methods, Phehlukwayo Metal guarantees that their offerings boast exceptional dimensional accuracy and reliable mechanical performance. These bars and rods are specifically designed to meet the rigorous demands of industries like aerospace, petrochemical, marine, and defense, where high strength, dependability, and resilience to environmental stress are vital for long-lasting operational success.
The composition of Stainless Steel 13-8 MO Bars and Rods primarily includes iron, along with 12.25–13.25% chromium, 7.5–8.5% nickel, and 2.0–2.5% molybdenum, with aluminum added for precipitation hardening. They can achieve tensile strengths of up to 1380 MPa and yield strengths around 1240 MPa, all while maintaining good ductility. This alloy is known for its excellent toughness and resistance to stress corrosion cracking, ensuring it retains strength even under high-stress conditions, making it perfect for critical engineering applications that demand durability and consistent performance.
Dimension : EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI
Grade :13-8 MO (UNS No. S13800) Round Bars 1.4548
Finish : Black, Bright Polished, Rough Turned, NO.4 Finish, Matt Finish, BA Finish
Form : Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle, Billet, Ingot, Forging Etc.
Surface : Hot Rolled Pickled or Sand Blasting Finished, Cold Drawn, Bright, Polished, Hairline
Application : Chemical process, Food processing, Petrochemical, Pollution control, Pulp and Paper, Refining
Condition : Cold Drawnd Pulished Cold Drawn Centreless Ground & Polished.
Our 13-8 Mo Round Bars conforms to NACE MR0175/ISO 15156
| Grade | C | P | Si | Ni | Al | Fe | Mn | S | Cr | Mo | N |
| SS 13-8 Mo | 0.05 max | 0.010 max | 0.10 max | 7.5-8.5 | 0.90-1.35 | Bal | 0.10 max | 0.008 max | 12.25-13.25 | 2.0-2.5 | 0.01 max |
| Material | Condition | Ultimate Tensile Strength (ksi) | 0.2 % Yield Strength (ksi) | Elongation % in 2D | % Reduction of Area | Rockwell C Hardness |
| Alloy 13-8 Sheet AMS 5864 | Cond A | – | – | – | – | 38 max |
| Alloy 13-8 Sheet AMS 5864 | H950 | 220 | 205 | 10 | 45 | 45 |
| Alloy 13-8 Sheet AMS 5864 | H1000 | 205 | 190 | 10 | 50 | 43 |
| Alloy 13-8 Sheet AMS 5864 | H1025 | 185 | 175 | 11 | 50 | 41 |
| Alloy 13-8 Sheet AMS 5864 | H1050 | 175 | 165 | 12 | 50 | 40 |
| Alloy 13-8 Sheet AMS 5864 | H1100 | 150 | 135 | 14 | 50 | 34 |
| Alloy 13-8 Sheet AMS 5864 | H1150 | 135 | 90 | 14 | 50 | 30 |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS |
| SS 13-8 Mo | 1.4548 | S13800 |
Stainless Steel 13-8 MO Bars and Rods are known for their exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and toughness. They offer excellent performance in high-stress and extreme environments, making them ideal for aerospace, defense, and other demanding applications.
Industries such as aerospace, defense, and oil and gas often use Stainless Steel 13-8 MO Bars and Rods for components like aircraft parts, landing gear, structural components, and high-performance fasteners that require strength and durability.
Yes, at Phehlukwayo Metals, we offer customized sizes and specifications to meet your exact application needs. Our Stainless Steel 13-8 MO Bars and Rods are tailored to deliver optimal performance and reliability for your specific requirements.
Stainless Steel 13-8 MO Bars and Rods find extensive use in high-performance industries where exceptional strength and corrosion resistance are essential. They are frequently utilized in aerospace components, landing gear parts, shafts, fasteners, and valve stems. In the marine and petrochemical fields, you’ll find them in pump shafts, fittings, and high-pressure equipment. Their outstanding mechanical stability and toughness also make them ideal for defense applications, springs, and structural components that face harsh environments and varying loads.






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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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