Starc Metals stands out as a top-notch manufacturer and supplier located in Canberra, Australia. They specialize in high-quality Stainless Steel 253MA Bars and Rods, crafted to thrive in high-temperature and corrosive settings. With state-of-the-art production facilities and a commitment to precision engineering, Starc Metals guarantees that every product meets the highest standards of quality, reliability, and durability. The Stainless Steel 253MA Bars and Rods are celebrated for their remarkable heat resistance, oxidation protection, and mechanical strength, making them perfect for industries like petrochemical, power generation, and thermal processing, both in Australia and around the globe.
These bars and rods are high-performance austenitic stainless steels, featuring a unique blend of 21% chromium, 11% nickel, 1.7% silicon, along with trace amounts of cerium and nitrogen. This special composition boosts oxidation resistance and keeps the material strong even at temperatures soaring up to 1150°C. The alloy boasts a tensile strength of around 600 MPa, a yield strength of 310 MPa, and an impressive elongation of 40%. Its well-balanced chemistry ensures excellent structural stability, superior creep strength, and resistance to carburization and thermal fatigue, even in the toughest conditions.
| Specifications | ASTM A276 / ASME SA276 & ASTM A479 / ASME SA276 |
| Range | 3.17 MM TO 350 MM DIA |
| Dia Meter | 25mm to 152mm |
| Length | 1 to 6 Meters, Custom Cut Lengths |
| Finish | Bright, Polish & Black |
| Form | Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle, Billet, Ingot, Forging etc |
| Condition | Cold Drawn & Polished Cold Drawn, Centreless Ground & Polished |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | S | P | Ni | Cr | Fe | Ce | N |
| 253 MA | 0.05 – 0.1 | 0.8 max | 2.0 max | 2.0 max | 0.04 max | 10.0 – 12.0 | 20.0 – 22.0 | Bal | 0.03 – 0.08 | 0.14 – 0.20 |
| Element | Density | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 253 MA | 7.8 g/cm3 | 600 MPa | 310 MPa | 40 % |
Stainless Steel 253MA Bars and Rods are known for their excellent high-temperature strength, oxidation resistance, and corrosion resistance. They are ideal for applications in extreme environments, such as furnace parts and heat exchangers, where durability and performance are critical.
Industries such as power generation, petrochemical, chemical processing, and aerospace rely on Stainless Steel 253MA Bars and Rods for components that must withstand high temperatures and corrosive conditions, such as industrial furnaces, heat exchangers, and exhaust systems.
Yes, at Starc Metals, we offer custom sizes and specifications to meet the unique needs of your applications, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in demanding environments.
Stainless Steel 253MA Bars and Rods find extensive use in industries that demand outstanding oxidation and creep resistance at high temperatures. You’ll often see them in applications like furnace components, heat exchangers, burners, kiln linings, and combustion chambers. In the petrochemical and metallurgical fields, they’re utilized for conveyor belts, boiler tubes, and heat treatment fixtures, thanks to their exceptional mechanical stability. Their excellent formability and weldability also make them ideal for structural supports and exhaust systems in high-temperature environments. Plus, they’re a go-to choice in cement, steel, and refinery plants, where long-lasting durability and resistance to scaling are crucial.






We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Starc Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Canberra, Australia
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