Stainless Steel 316 Flat Bar is an austenitic stainless steel primarily made up of iron, chromium (16–18%), nickel (10–14%), and molybdenum (2–3%), which significantly boosts its corrosion resistance. This unique composition grants it excellent strength, toughness, and resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, particularly in chloride-rich environments. The material boasts a tensile strength of around 515–620 MPa, a yield strength of 205–275 MPa, and good ductility. Its ferrite-free austenitic structure ensures stability, exceptional weldability, and dependable mechanical properties, making it ideal for applications that demand long-term durability and performance in harsh chemical and marine conditions.
Standard : ASTM A276, ASME SA276
Dimensions : EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI, ASTM, ASME
Flat Bar Size : 2mm ~ 100mm
Thickness : 1/8″ – 3″
Width : 3/8” – 8”
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
| Element | SS 316 |
| C | 0.08 max |
| Mn | 2.0 max |
| Si | 1.0 max |
| P | 0.045 max |
| S | 0.030 max |
| Cr | 16 – 18 |
| Ni | 11 – 14 |
| Mo | 2 – 3 |
| Fe | 67.845 min |
| Element | SS 316 |
| Density | 8.0 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point | 1400 °C (2550 °F) |
| Tensile Strength | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 |
| Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 |
| Elongation | 35 % |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 316 | 1.4401 / 1.4436 | S31600 | SUS 316 | 316S31 / 316S33 | – | Z7CND17-11-02 | X5CrNiMo17-12-2 / X3CrNiMo17-13-3 |
Stainless Steel 316 flat bars and rods are widely used in marine environments, chemical processing, food processing, medical equipment, and construction projects due to their excellent corrosion resistance.
Phehlukwayo Metals is a leading manufacturer and supplier of premium-quality Stainless Steel 316 Flat Bar and Rods, catering to industrial, commercial, and personal needs across the South Africa and worldwide.
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
Stainless Steel 316 Flat Bars find extensive use in applications that require high corrosion resistance, mechanical strength, and durability. They are commonly utilized in chemical processing equipment, heat exchangers, pumps, valves, and marine components. This alloy is also well-suited for food processing machinery, petrochemical plants, and industrial piping systems that are exposed to acidic or chloride-rich environments. Furthermore, Stainless Steel 316 Flat Bars are employed in pharmaceutical equipment, structural components, and industrial machinery where reliability is crucial.
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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