Phehlukwayo Metal, located in Cape Town, South Africa, is a reputable manufacturer and supplier of top-notch Stainless Steel 321H Round Bars and Rods. These products are celebrated for their remarkable high-temperature strength, resistance to corrosion, and overall durability, making them perfect for tough industrial and engineering tasks. At Phehlukwayo Metal, they prioritize precision in manufacturing, strict quality control, and compliance with international standards, ensuring that their products deliver reliability, accurate dimensions, and long-lasting performance. Their Stainless Steel 321H Round Bars and Rods are particularly suited for components that face extreme heat, thermal cycling, and harsh environments, which is why they’re commonly found in industries like aerospace, chemical processing, and power generation.
The composition of Stainless Steel 321H Round Bars and Rods mainly includes iron, along with 17–19% chromium, 9–12% nickel, 0.04–0.10% carbon, and trace amounts of titanium for stabilization. This austenitic stainless steel is known for its excellent high-temperature strength, outstanding corrosion resistance, and good weldability. In terms of mechanical properties, 321H Round Bars and Rods boast a tensile strength ranging from 600 to 850 MPa, high yield strength, and impressive ductility. Their unique blend of toughness, thermal stability, and oxidation resistance makes them ideal for high-temperature and corrosive settings.
Standard : 321H / 1.4878
Range : 3.17mm to 350mm dia
Designation : ASTM A276, ASME SA276
Finish : Bright, Black, Polish
Thickness: 4.0mm – 100mm
Type: Bar, Bright Bar, Black Bars, Hex Bar, Square Bar, Rods, Polish Bar, Forged Bar, Round Bar
Length : Random, Fix & Cut Length
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | N | Ti |
| 321H | 0.04 – 0.10 | 2 max | 0.75 max | 0.045 max | 0.03 max | 17 – 19 | 3 – 4 | 9 – 12 | – | 4xC min 0.60% max |
| Density | 8.0 g/cm3 |
| Melting Point | 1454 °C (2650 °F) |
| Tensile Strength | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 |
| Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Psi – 30000, MPa – 205 |
| Elongation | 35 % |
| Size (mm) | 10×10 | 12×12 | 16×16 | 20×20 | 25×25 | 32×32 | 40×40 | 50×50 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| kg/m | 0.81 | 1.16 | 2.06 | 3.22 | 5.03 | 8.24 | 12.87 | 19.60 |
| Standard | SS 321H |
| UNS | S32109 |
| WERKSTOFF NR. / DIN | 1.4878 |
Yes, Stainless Steel 321H Round Bars and Rods can be recycled after use. Stainless steel is highly recyclable without losing its properties, making it an environmentally sustainable material. Recycling helps reduce energy consumption, raw material use, and waste, contributing to a more sustainable manufacturing process. After recycling, Stainless Steel 321H can be reused in new products with similar strength, corrosion resistance, and high-temperature performance, making it a valuable material for continuous reuse in various industries.
Yes, Stainless Steel 321H Round Bars and Rods can be used for natural gas applications. Their excellent resistance to high temperatures and corrosion makes them suitable for gas processing and pipeline systems.
Yes, Stainless Steel 321H Round Bars and Rods can be used for underground applications. Their excellent corrosion resistance to chemicals, moisture, and aggressive environments makes them suitable for underground infrastructure and pipelines.
These Stainless Steel 321H Round Bars and Rods find extensive use in creating furnace components, heat exchangers, boiler tubes, chemical processing equipment, and parts for the aerospace industry. Their ability to resist high-temperature corrosion makes them a go-to choice for power generation, petrochemical, and industrial machinery that operates under extreme heat and oxidizing conditions. Additionally, they are utilized in structural and mechanical applications where stability, strength, and long-term reliability are essential. Phehlukwayo Metal’s Stainless Steel 321H Round Bars and Rods consistently deliver quality, exceptional durability, and dependable performance for even the most demanding industrial needs.






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