Phehlukwayo Metal, located in Cape Town, South Africa, stands out as a top manufacturer and supplier of premium stainless steel products, particularly known for their Stainless Steel 304 Square Bars and Rods. With a reputation built on precision engineering and unwavering quality, this company caters to a wide range of industrial and commercial sectors. They prioritize durability, corrosion resistance, and precise dimensions, ensuring that every stainless steel bar adheres to strict international standards. Their 304 Square Bars and Rods are designed to endure tough environments, making them perfect for both structural and decorative uses. Thanks to their commitment to excellence, Phehlukwayo Metal has become a reliable partner for businesses throughout South Africa.
The composition of Stainless Steel 304 Square Bars and Rods includes 18–20% chromium and 8–10.5% nickel, along with small amounts of carbon, manganese, and silicon. This blend gives them remarkable corrosion resistance, strength, and longevity. On the mechanical side, 304 stainless steel boasts a tensile strength of about 515 MPa and a yield strength of around 205 MPa, with a good elongation of 40% over 50 mm. It also offers excellent formability and weldability, maintaining its stability even at high temperatures. These characteristics make it highly resistant to rust, oxidation, and chemical damage, ensuring it performs well in demanding situations.
Dimensions : ASTM, ASME
Standard : ASTM / ASME SA A582, A276, A564, ASTM A484, 484M
Surface : hrap, hot rolled pickled or sand blasting finished, cold drawn, polished, hairline
Size : Tolerance: H8, H9, H10, H11, H12, H13K9, K10, K11, K12
| C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Ni | N | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304 | 0.07max | 2.0max | 0.75max | 0.045max | 0.03max | min: 18.0 max: 20.0 | min: 8.0 max: 10.5 | — |
| Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) min | Yield Strength 0.2% Proof (MPa) min | Elongation (% in 50mm) min | Hardness | |
| Rockwell B (HR B) max | Brinell (HB) max | ||||
| 304 | 515 | 205 | 40 | 92 | 201 |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 304 | 1.4301 | S30400 | SUS 304 | 304S31 | 08Х18Н10 | Z7CN18‐09 | X5CrNi18-10 |
| SQUARES | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size(mm) | WT PER FEET IN KGS | WT PER MTR IN KGS |
| 16 | 0.62 | 2.05 |
| 18 | 0.79 | 2.59 |
| 20 | 0.76 | 2.49 |
| 22 | 1.18 | 3.87 |
| 25 | 1.52 | 5.00 |
| 28 | 1.91 | 6.27 |
| 30 | 2.19 | 7.20 |
| 32 | 2.50 | 8.19 |
| 36 | 3.16 | 10.37 |
| 38 | 3.52 | 11.55 |
| 40 | 3.90 | 12.80 |
| 45 | 4.94 | 16.20 |
| 50 | 6.10 | 20.00 |
| 56 | 7.65 | 25.08 |
| 60 | – | – |
| 65 | – | – |
| 70 | – | – |
| 75 | – | – |
| 80 | – | – |
| 90 | – | – |
| 100 | – | – |
Stainless Steel 304 square bars and rods come in various types, including hot-rolled, cold-drawn, and annealed finishes. They are available in different sizes, catering to diverse industrial and structural applications.
Stainless Steel 304 Square Bars and Rods are available in various sizes, typically ranging from 4mm to 100mm, and finishes such as hot rolled, cold drawn, polished, or bright finish. They can also be customized to meet specific dimensional and surface finish requirements.
Discover the performance of Stainless Steel 304 square bars and rods in high-temperature environments. Learn about their excellent strength, corrosion resistance, and durability for industrial applications."
Stainless Steel 304 Square Bars and Rods are incredibly versatile and find applications in various industries. In construction, they are used as structural supports, frameworks, and architectural features due to their strength and visual appeal. The food and beverage sector depends on them for hygienic equipment and processing machinery, while the chemical and pharmaceutical industries utilize them for corrosion-resistant piping, tanks, and reactors. They also play a role in automotive, marine, and general engineering projects. Their durability, resistance to extreme temperatures, and ease of fabrication make 304 stainless steel bars and rods perfect for both practical and aesthetic applications.
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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