Phehlukwayo Metal, located in Cape Town, South Africa, is a reputable manufacturer and supplier of top-notch Stainless Steel 420 Hex Bars. Known for their impressive corrosion resistance, high hardness, and outstanding wear properties, these hex bars are designed to handle the tough demands of industrial and engineering applications. Phehlukwayo Metal takes pride in its precision manufacturing, heat treatment, and rigorous quality control, ensuring that their products are both consistent and reliable. Their Stainless Steel 420 Hex Bars are perfect for components that need durability, precise dimensions, and resistance to abrasion, making them a popular choice in the automotive, marine, aerospace, and general engineering sectors.
These Stainless Steel 420 Hex Bars are primarily made up of iron, containing 12–14% chromium, 0.15% carbon, along with trace amounts of manganese, silicon, and sulfur. This martensitic stainless steel offers high hardness, excellent wear resistance, and moderate corrosion resistance. In terms of mechanics, 420 Hex Bars boast a tensile strength between 600–800 MPa, good yield strength, and sufficient ductility. Their blend of hardness, toughness, and machinability makes them ideal for precision components and applications that face moderate wear and stress.
Dimensions : ASTM, ASME
Standard : ASTM / ASME SA A276, A479, ASTM A493
Length : Random, Fix & Cut Length
Size : 20MM to 150MM
| Element | C | Cr | Mn | Ni | P | S | Si |
| SS 420 | 0.15 | 14.0 | 1.00 | – | 0.04 | 0.03 | 1.00 |
| Element | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Elongation | Hardness |
| SS 420 | 95,000 | 50,000 | 25 | 175 |
| HEXAGONS | ||
|---|---|---|
| Size(mm) | WT PER FEET IN KGS | WT PER MTR IN KGS |
| 16 | 0.55 | 1.79 |
| 18 | 0.69 | 2.27 |
| 20 | 0.85 | 2.80 |
| 22 | 1.03 | 3.39 |
| 25 | 1.33 | 4.38 |
| 28 | 1.67 | 5.49 |
| 30 | 1.92 | 6.30 |
| 32 | 2.19 | 7.17 |
| 36 | 2.77 | 9.07 |
| 38 | 3.08 | 10.11 |
| 40 | 3.41 | 11.20 |
| 45 | 4.32 | 14.18 |
| 50 | 5.34 | 17.50 |
| 56 | – | – |
| 60 | – | – |
| 65 | – | – |
| 70 | – | – |
| 75 | – | – |
| 80 | – | – |
| 90 | – | – |
| 100 | – | – |
SS 420 stainless steel is a martensitic grade known for its high strength, hardness, and moderate corrosion resistance. Its ability to be heat-treated enhances these properties, making it ideal for Hex Bar applications requiring durability, wear resistance, and precise machining.
The Hex Bar shape offers improved grip, stability, and easier alignment during machining or fabrication. It reduces rotation and slippage, allowing for more accurate cuts and efficient handling, especially when working with the hard, durable SS 420 stainless steel.
SS 420 Hex Bars are commonly used in applications requiring high wear resistance, such as shafts, valves, and tools. Its ability to be heat-treated for superior hardness and strength makes it ideal for demanding environments compared to other stainless steel grades.
You’ll find Stainless Steel 420 Hex Bars commonly used in the production of cutting tools, knife blades, bearings, pump shafts, and valve components. Their high hardness and corrosion resistance make them perfect for high-stress and wear-intensive applications. These hex bars are also utilized in aerospace, marine, automotive, and industrial machinery sectors where durability, dimensional accuracy, and a long service life are crucial. With Phehlukwayo Metal’s Stainless Steel 420 Hex Bars, you can expect reliable performance, precision, and consistent quality, making them a go-to choice for demanding industrial and engineering projects.






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