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Premium-Grade Stainless Steel Round Rod Bar | AISI 201/304/430
Premium-Grade Stainless Steel Round Rod Bar | AISI 201/304/430
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Premium-Grade Stainless Steel Round Rod Bar | AISI 201/304/430
Technical Specifications
Property | AISI 201 | AISI 304 | AISI 430 |
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Material Grade | 12Cr17Mn6Ni5N (Low-Ni Austenitic) | 06Cr19Ni10 (18% Cr, 8% Ni) | 10Cr17 (16–18% Cr, Ferritic) |
Diameter Range | 6–150 mm (±0.1 mm tolerance) | 6–150 mm (±0.05 mm tolerance) | 6–150 mm (±0.1 mm tolerance) |
Length | 3–6 m (custom lengths up to 12 m) | 3–6 m (custom lengths up to 12 m) | 3–6 m (custom lengths up to 12 m) |
Hardness | 180–200 HV | 170–190 HV | 150–170 HV |
Tensile Strength | 650–750 MPa | 520–750 MPa | 450–600 MPa |
Surface Finish | Bright, polished, mill finish | Electropolished, brushed, hairline | 2B, BA, or brushed |
Certifications | ASTM A276, JIS G4303 | ASTM A484, EN 10088-2 | ASTM A666, RoHS |
Performance Attributes
Tensile & Bending Strength
Our stainless steel round rod bar in AISI 304 delivers tensile strength up to 750 MPa, ideal for structural components requiring both corrosion resistance and load-bearing capacity, such as stainless steel bare welding filler rod in marine or chemical environments. AISI 201 (650–750 MPa) offers a cost-effective alternative for indoor applications like decorative frameworks, while AISI 430 (450–600 MPa) excels in mildly corrosive settings like automotive exhaust systems.
Identification & Traceability
Each stainless steel round rod bar is laser-etched with a unique identifier (e.g., "304-Ø20x6M") that includes grade, diameter, and batch number. This aligns with ASTM/JIS standards and simplifies quality control for projects requiring precision, such as double bar MG9-7 engraved stainless steel rods scribe for tool calibration.
Weight Calculation
Calculate the weight of a stainless steel round rod bar using:
- AISI 304/201: Density = 7.93 g/cm³ → A 20 mm rod weighs 2.48 kg/m.
- AISI 430: Density = 7.70 g/cm³ → A 20 mm rod weighs 2.41 kg/m.
Why Stainless Steel Can Rust
Despite its corrosion resistance, stainless steel round rod bar may rust under specific conditions:
- Chloride Exposure: Prolonged contact with seawater or de-icing salts can degrade the passive chromium oxide layer, particularly in AISI 430 (lower nickel content).
- Galvanic Corrosion: Direct contact with carbon steel in humid environments accelerates oxidation. Use insulating materials for stainless steel bare welding filler rod in mixed-metal assemblies.
- Surface Contamination: Iron particles from machining tools can embed into stainless steel, causing localized rust. Passivation (nitric acid treatment) restores corrosion resistance.
Manufacturing & Processing
- Cold Drawing: Precision cold drawing ensures ±0.05 mm tolerance for double bar MG9-7 engraved stainless steel rods scribe, optimized for CNC machining.
- Heat Treatment: AISI 304 undergoes solution annealing (1,050–1,100°C) to eliminate sensitization and enhance intergranular corrosion resistance.
- Surface Finishing: Electropolishing (for AISI 304) reduces surface roughness (Ra ≤0.4 μm), minimizing bacterial adhesion in food processing.
Applications
- Precision Tooling: Double bar MG9-7 engraved stainless steel rods scribe for measurement instruments and industrial scribers.
- Welding & Fabrication: Stainless steel bare welding filler rod (AISI 309L) for joining dissimilar metals like 304L and 439 stainless steels.
- Architectural Frameworks: Custom stainless steel round rod bar (AISI 201) for cost-effective indoor railings and decorative structures.
Why Choose Our Stainless Steel Round Rod Bar?
- Material Versatility: Choose from 201, 304, or 430 grades to balance corrosion resistance, strength, and budget.
- Certified Precision: ASTM/EN-compliant production with full traceability (mill test reports included).
- Custom Solutions: Tailor diameters (6–150 mm), lengths (up to 12 m), and finishes for seamless integration into stainless steel bare welding filler rod or scribe tools.
- Technical Support: Free engineering consultations for corrosion prevention, welding parameters, and load calculations.



