Desta Steel, a top-notch stainless steel manufacturer and supplier located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, is dedicated to delivering high-quality products that align with international standards for performance and durability. One of its standout products, the Stainless Steel 316L Flat Bar, is celebrated for its exceptional corrosion resistance, strength, and versatility. Crafted with cutting-edge technology and precision manufacturing, these flat bars boast remarkable weldability, formability, and a smooth surface finish. Desta Steel takes great care to ensure that each 316L flat bar undergoes thorough testing and is expertly crafted to provide long-lasting performance in tough environments, making it a go-to choice for industrial, marine, and structural applications.
Stainless Steel 316L Flat Bars are a type of low-carbon austenitic stainless steel, mainly made up of iron, along with 16–18% chromium, 10–14% nickel, and 2–3% molybdenum. Thanks to their low carbon content, these bars are easy to weld and have reduced carbide precipitation, which helps them resist corrosion in both chloride and acidic environments. Typically, this alloy boasts a tensile strength of about 485 MPa and a yield strength of around 170 MPa, along with impressive ductility and toughness. It holds up well in high temperatures and harsh conditions, offering excellent protection against pitting, crevice corrosion, and stress cracking.
Standard : ASTM A276, ASME SA276
Dimensions : EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI, ASTM, ASME
Flat Bar Size : 2mm ~ 100mm
Thickness : 1/8″ – 3″
Width : 3/8” – 8”
finish : Cold (bright) drawn, centreless ground, hot rolled, smooth turned, peeled, slit rolled edge, hot rolled annealed, Rough Turned, Bright, Polish, Grinding, Centreless Ground & Black
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | P | S | Cr | Mo | Ni | Fe |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS 316L | 0.035 max | 2.0 max | 1.0 max | 0.045 max | 1.0 max | 16.00 – 18.00 | 2.00 – 3.00 | 10.00 – 14.00 | 68.89 min |
| Density | Melting Point | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8.0 g/cm3 | 1399 °C (2550 °F) | Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 | Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 | 35 % |
| STANDARD | WERKSTOFF NR. | UNS | JIS | BS | GOST | AFNOR | EN |
| SS 316L | 1.4404 / 1.4435 | S31603 | SUS 316L | 316S11 / 316S13 | 03Ch17N14M3 / 03Ch17N14M2 | Z3CND17‐11‐02 / Z3CND18‐14‐03 | X2CrNiMo17-12-2 / X2CrNiMo18-14-3 |
Stainless Steel 316L Flat Bars from Desta Steel are a go-to choice in industries that demand top-notch corrosion resistance and strength. You’ll find them in a variety of applications, such as marine structures, chemical processing equipment, heat exchangers, and even in food and pharmaceutical machinery. They’re also perfect for architectural frameworks and are widely used in fabrication, construction, and industrial maintenance where durability and hygiene are key. The flat bar design makes it easy to machine, weld, and shape into custom components. With Desta Steel’s 316L Flat Bars, you can count on exceptional reliability, longevity, and performance, even in tough environmental conditions. They’re truly an excellent option for both structural and decorative stainless steel needs.
Stainless Steel 316L flat bars primarily consist of 16-18% chromium, 10-14% nickel, and 2-3% molybdenum, with a maximum carbon content of 0.03%. This composition enhances corrosion resistance, especially in chloride-rich environments, making it ideal for demanding applications.
Stainless Steel 316L flat bars are commonly used in industries such as chemical processing, marine, food processing, pharmaceuticals, and petrochemicals. Their high corrosion resistance makes them ideal for applications exposed to aggressive chemicals, saltwater, and high-temperature environments.
The low carbon content in 316L stainless steel reduces carbide precipitation during welding, improving its resistance to intergranular corrosion. This enhances its overall corrosion resistance, particularly in chloride environments, and makes it suitable for applications requiring high strength and durability.






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