Starc Metals stands out as a premier manufacturer and supplier located in Canberra, Australia, with a focus on high-quality Stainless Steel 316L Hex Bars and Rods. Renowned for their precision, durability, and top-notch quality, the company ensures that their products meet international standards and serve a diverse array of industrial needs. They cater to various sectors, including chemical processing, marine, food processing, and construction, providing high-performance stainless steel solutions for essential applications. Thanks to their advanced manufacturing techniques, rigorous quality control, and prompt delivery, every 316L hex bar and rod boasts impressive corrosion resistance, mechanical strength, and long-lasting durability, making Starc Metals a reliable supplier not just in Australia, but beyond.
Stainless Steel 316L Hex Bars and Rods are crafted from low-carbon austenitic stainless steel, featuring about 16–18% chromium, 10–14% nickel, and 2–3% molybdenum. The lower carbon content enhances resistance to sensitization and intergranular corrosion during welding. This material showcases a tensile strength ranging from approximately 485–690 MPa, along with excellent toughness, ductility, and dependable weldability. Its unique blend of corrosion resistance, mechanical strength, and dimensional stability makes 316L hex bars and rods perfect for high-performance applications that demand long-lasting durability in chemical, marine, and industrial settings.
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 316l | 0.08 | 18.0 | 2.00 | 14.0 | 0.045 max | 3.00 max | 0.10 max |
| Element | C | Cr | Mn | Ni | P | S | Si |
| SS 316l | 0.08 | 18.0 | 2.00 | 14.0 | 0.045 max | 3.00 max | 0.10 max |
| 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 316L Hex Bars/Rods offer exceptional resistance to corrosion, including pitting and crevice corrosion caused by chlorides, due to their chromium and molybdenum content. Their low carbon levels prevent sensitization, ensuring durability in marine and chemical environments.
SS 316L Hex Bars/Rods are used in marine, chemical processing, food, pharmaceutical, and oil and gas industries. Their superior corrosion resistance enhances longevity and performance, particularly in environments exposed to chlorides, acids, alkalis, and high-moisture conditions.
Yes, SS 316L Hex Bars/Rods are easily welded and machined due to their low carbon content. However, precautions include using appropriate tools to avoid work hardening, maintaining low heat input during welding, and employing post-weld cleaning to prevent contamination.
These Stainless Steel 316L Hex Bars and Rods are extensively utilized in industries that require exceptional corrosion resistance and mechanical reliability. They are particularly suited for chemical and pharmaceutical equipment, marine fittings, valves, pumps, and structural components that face harsh conditions. Their outstanding resistance to chlorides, acids, and oxidizing agents makes them ideal for offshore, coastal, and industrial facilities. Moreover, 316L hex bars and rods find applications in food processing, petrochemical, and power generation equipment, where durability and hygienic surfaces are paramount. The combination of strength, toughness, and corrosion resistance truly sets these materials apart in demanding environments.
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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