ASTM A276 304 316L Stainless Steel Round Bar Stainless Steel Rod Corrosion Resistant For Industrial Applications
ASTM A276 304/316L Stainless Steel Round Bar is a premium austenitic stainless steel product manufactured to ASTM A276 standards. It offers outstanding corrosion resistance, excellent mechanical properties, superior weldability, and excellent formability, making it one of the most widely used stainless steel bars in industrial manufacturing.
Grade 304 is the most versatile stainless steel, suitable for general industrial and structural applications, while 316L contains molybdenum (Mo), providing enhanced resistance to chloride corrosion and harsh chemical environments. Both grades are available in hot rolled, cold drawn, bright, peeled, and ground finishes to meet diverse engineering requirements.
Key attributes
Product Name
ASTM A276 304/316L Stainless Steel Round Bar
Diameter
3–500 mm
Tolerance
±1%
Length
3 m, 6 m, or Customized
Certification
ISO 9001
UNS
S30400 / S31603
Keyword
stainless steel
Material
304 316L
Standard
ASTM A276, ASTM A479, ASTM A582
Grade
300 series
Welding Line Type
Seamless
Application
Construction
Delivery Time
8 ~ 14 days
Surface
Hot Rolled, Bright, Peeled, Ground, Polished
Specifications
Round
Shape
Round
Model Number
304 316L
Technique
Cold Rolled Hot Rolled
Place of Origin
Other
Advantage
High strength, good impact toughness and good overall and local stress corrosion resistance
Material Status
Large stock or fast new production
Package
Standard Package
Processing Service
Bending, Welding, Decoiling, Punching, Cutting
Payment
T/T30% Deposit+70% Advance
Chemical Composition
Grade 304
Element
Content (%)
Carbon (C)
≤0.08
Silicon (Si)
≤1.00
Manganese (Mn)
≤2.00
Phosphorus (P)
≤0.045
Sulfur (S)
≤0.030
Chromium (Cr)
18.0–20.0
Nickel (Ni)
8.0–10.5
Nitrogen (N)
≤0.10
Iron (Fe)
Balance
Grade 316L
Element
Content (%)
Carbon (C)
≤0.03
Silicon (Si)
≤1.00
Manganese (Mn)
≤2.00
Phosphorus (P)
≤0.045
Sulfur (S)
≤0.030
Chromium (Cr)
16.0–18.0
Nickel (Ni)
10.0–14.0
Molybdenum (Mo)
2.0–3.0
Nitrogen (N)
≤0.10
Iron (Fe)
Balance
Physical Properties
Property
304
316L
Density
7.93 g/cm³
8.00 g/cm³
Melting Range
1400–1450°C
1375–1400°C
Elastic Modulus
193 GPa
193 GPa
Thermal Conductivity
16.2 W/m·K
16.3 W/m·K
Specific Heat
500 J/kg·K
500 J/kg·K
Electrical Resistivity
0.72 μΩ·m
0.74 μΩ·m
Thermal Expansion
17.2 ×10⁻⁶/K
16.0 ×10⁻⁶/K
Magnetic Property
Essentially non-magnetic (annealed)
Essentially non-magnetic (annealed)
Mechanical Properties
Property
304
316L
Tensile Strength
≥515 MPa
≥485 MPa
Yield Strength (0.2%)
≥205 MPa
≥170 MPa
Elongation
≥40%
≥40%
Hardness
≤201 HB
≤217 HB
Corrosion Resistance
304 Stainless Steel
Excellent resistance to atmospheric corrosion
Good resistance to oxidation and moisture
Suitable for food processing and general industrial environments
Performs well in mild chemical conditions
Ideal for indoor and outdoor structural applications
316L Stainless Steel
Superior resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion
Excellent resistance to chloride-containing environments
Outstanding performance in seawater splash zones
Better resistance to acids and chemical media than 304
Low carbon content minimizes the risk of intergranular corrosion after welding
Advantages Compared with Other Stainless Steel Bars
Grade
Main Characteristics
Advantages of 304/316L
201
Lower nickel content, economical
304/316L offer significantly better corrosion resistance, toughness, and service life.
303
Free-machining stainless steel
304/316L provide superior weldability and corrosion resistance.
304
General-purpose stainless steel
Cost-effective solution for most industrial applications.
316
Better chloride resistance
316L has lower carbon content, improving weldability and reducing intergranular corrosion after welding.
321
Titanium-stabilized for high temperatures
304/316L are more economical for ambient-temperature applications; 316L excels in corrosive environments.
410
Martensitic stainless steel
304/316L offer much better corrosion resistance and ductility.
420
High hardness
304/316L are easier to weld and more resistant to corrosion.
2205 Duplex
Very high strength and chloride resistance
304/316L provide easier fabrication, wider availability, and lower cost for general-purpose applications.
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ASTM A276 304 316L Stainless Steel Round Bar Stainless Steel Rod Corrosion Resistant For Industrial Applications