Starc Metals, located in Canberra, Australia, stands out as a top-notch manufacturer and supplier of premium stainless steel products, with a particular focus on Stainless Steel 321 Hex Bars and Rods. Renowned for their exceptional corrosion resistance, high-temperature stability, and overall durability, Starc Metals guarantees that each product adheres to rigorous industry standards. The company caters to various sectors, including aerospace, chemical processing, automotive, and industrial engineering, offering timely deliveries, competitive pricing, and unmatched quality. By merging cutting-edge manufacturing techniques with strict quality control, Starc Metals provides stainless steel solutions that promise long-lasting reliability, strength, and precision, making their Stainless Steel 321 Hex Bars and Rods a go-to choice throughout Australia.
Stainless Steel 321 Hex Bars and Rods are an austenitic stainless steel grade that’s stabilized with titanium, giving them outstanding resistance to intergranular corrosion. Typically, their composition features 17–19% chromium, 9–12% nickel, 0.08% carbon, along with trace amounts of manganese, silicon, and titanium. These bars and rods are known for their impressive mechanical strength, high-temperature stability, and good weldability. In terms of mechanics, they boast a tensile strength ranging from 515 to 750 MPa, a yield strength of about 205 to 275 MPa, and a hardness of roughly 170 to 200 HB. Their blend of durability, corrosion resistance, and high-temperature performance makes them perfect for various industrial and engineering applications.
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 321 | 0.08 max. | 17.0 – 19.0 | 2.00 max. | 9.0-12.0 | 0.045 max. | 0.03 max. | 0.75 max. |
| Element | Density | Melting Range,℃ | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Elongation | Hardness (Brinell) |
| SS 321 | 8 | 1454 ℃ | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 |
| 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 |
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SS 321 hex bars/rods are highly suitable for high-temperature applications due to their excellent resistance to oxidation and scaling, particularly in environments above 900°C. The addition of titanium stabilizes the material, preventing carbide precipitation, and enhancing its resistance to intergranular corrosion, making it ideal for aerospace and industrial applications.
SS 321 hex bars/rods are commonly used in industries requiring high-temperature resistance, such as aerospace, chemical processing, and power generation. Applications include exhaust systems, heat exchangers, furnace components, and reactors. Their resistance to corrosion, oxidation, and scaling makes them ideal for environments with elevated temperatures and aggressive conditions.
SS 321 hex bars/rods can be welded easily, but special care is needed to prevent carbide precipitation. Preheating and post-weld heat treatment are recommended to avoid weld embrittlement. Using titanium-stabilized filler metals helps maintain the alloy’s resistance to intergranular corrosion, ensuring weld integrity in high-temperature applications.
Stainless Steel 321 Hex Bars and Rods find extensive use in situations that demand corrosion resistance, strength, and high-temperature performance. You’ll often see them in the manufacturing of aerospace components, chemical processing equipment, exhaust systems, heat exchangers, and structural parts that are exposed to high temperatures. Their remarkable resistance to intergranular corrosion and thermal stress makes them ideal for automotive, industrial machinery, and petrochemical applications. Plus, they’re commonly used in pressure vessels, piping, and structural frameworks.
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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