Dhruv Metals, based in Hyderabad, India, stands out as a trusted manufacturer and supplier of Stainless Steel 416 Bars and Rods, celebrated for their superb machinability and decent corrosion resistance. This type of stainless steel is a free-machining martensitic variety, enriched with sulfur, which makes it one of the easiest stainless steels to machine. It’s perfect for applications that demand high-speed machining, solid mechanical properties, and reasonable corrosion resistance. Dhruv Metals ensures that their precision-engineered SS 416 bars and rods meet the needs of various industries, all while maintaining quality, consistency, and adherence to international standards.
The composition of Stainless Steel 416 Bars and Rods includes chromium (12.0–14.0%), carbon (≤0.15%), manganese (≤1.25%), sulfur (minimum 0.15%), silicon (≤1.0%), phosphorus (≤0.06%), with iron as the primary element. In terms of mechanical properties, they boast a tensile strength ranging from 550 to 760 MPa, a yield strength of about 275 MPa, an elongation of roughly 15%, and a hardness that can reach up to 35 HRC after heat treatment. While the addition of sulfur improves machinability, it does slightly compromise corrosion resistance compared to non-free-machining grades.
Specification : ASTM A276, A479 / ASME SA276, SA479
Standard : EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI
Round Bars : Outside Diameter in the range of 4mm to 500mm
Bright Bars : Outside Diameter in the range of 4mm to 100mm
Hex Bars : 18mm – 57mm (11/16″ to 2-3/4″)
Square Bars : 18mm – 47mm (11/16″ to 1-3/4″)
Finish : Black, Bright Polished, Rough Turned, NO.4 Finish, Matt Finish, BA Finish
Length : 1 to 6 Meters, Custom Cut Lengths
Form : Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle Etc.
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | Fe |
| SS 416 | 0.15 max | 1.25 max | 1.0 max | 0.06 max | 0.15 min | 14.00 – 12.00 | 0.6 | – | – |
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 8.0 g/cm3 | 1454 °C (2650 °F) | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 35 % |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | EN | BS |
| SS 416 | 1.4005 | S41600 | SUS 416 | X12CrS13 | 416S21 |
Stainless Steel 416 is a martensitic stainless steel with a higher level of sulfur and carbon content, which enhances its machinability compared to other stainless steels. This alloy offers improved strength and hardness while still maintaining a good level of corrosion resistance, making it suitable for precision machining.
Yes, Stainless Steel 416 can be heat-treated to increase its hardness. It can be hardened through a quenching and tempering process, which improves its strength, making it ideal for applications that require high wear resistance.
Stainless Steel 416 Bars and Rods find extensive use in industries that require significant machining, including automotive, aerospace, and general engineering. They are commonly used in the production of gears, shafts, screws, fasteners, valve components, and pump parts. SS 416 is particularly well-suited for precision-machined components where accuracy and surface finish are paramount. Its strong performance, heat-treatable characteristics, and ease of fabrication make it ideal for high-volume production. Although it provides fair corrosion resistance in mild environments, it performs best in dry or non-aggressive settings where high mechanical performance and excellent machinability are essential.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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