Nestled in the heart of Manama’s dynamic industrial landscape, Junaid Metals stands as a trusted source for premium stainless steel solutions. We take pride in supplying a robust and highly resilient product: the Stainless Steel 446 Hex Bar. This particular grade is specially formulated to excel where others might falter, offering exceptional resistance to scaling and oxidation even under intense heat, making it an intelligent choice for the most demanding environments across the region.
What sets the 446 alloy apart is its distinctive composition, which includes a high chromium content, typically around 23-27%. This specific formulation gives it a superior defense against oxidation, allowing it to withstand temperatures up to approximately 1100°C. In terms of mechanical properties, this hex bar is known for its good tensile strength and impressive creep resistance, ensuring it maintains its structural integrity and performance when continuously exposed to high-temperature stresses over long periods.
Dimensions : ASTM, ASME
Standard : ASTM / ASME SA A276, A479, ASTM A493
Specifications
Length : Random, Fix & Cut Length
Size : 20MM to 150MM
| Element | C | Cr | Mn | Ni | P | S | Si |
| SS 446 | 0.2 | 23.00 | 1.5 | 0.50 | 0.040 | 0.030 | 0.75 |
| Element | Tensile Strength (MPa) min | Yield Strength 0.2% Proof (MPa) min | Elongation (% in 50mm) min | Hardness (Brinell (HB) max) |
| SS 446 | Psi – 75,000 , MPa – 485 | Psi – 40,000 , MPa – 275 | 20 % | – |
| 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 |
| 56 | – | – |
| 60 | – | – |
| 65 | – | – |
| 70 | – | – |
| 75 | – | – |
| 80 | – | – |
| 90 | – | – |
| 100 | – | – |
SS 446 Hex Bars offer excellent corrosion resistance, high strength, and durability, making them ideal for harsh industrial environments. Their resistance to oxidation and high-temperature stability ensure reliability in applications like heat exchangers, chemical processing, and petrochemical industries.
SS 446 Hex Bar has superior high-temperature strength and excellent resistance to oxidation compared to other stainless steel alloys like SS 304 or SS 316. Its enhanced durability and corrosion resistance make it ideal for high-stress environments, such as heat exchangers, where other alloys may degrade or weaken over time.
Common machining techniques for SS 446 Hex Bars include turning, milling, drilling, and grinding. Challenges include its high hardness and tendency to work-harden, which can lead to tool wear. Proper lubrication and slower cutting speeds are necessary to maintain tool life and achieve smooth, accurate finishes.
The unique strengths of the Stainless Steel 446 Hex Bar make it indispensable for critical high-temperature applications. You will commonly find it as the material of choice for components in industrial furnaces, heat treatment carts, and radiant tubes. It also plays a vital role in the petrochemical sector for furnace parts, as well as in thermal processing equipment and catalytic converter systems. Its excellent heat resistance ensures long-lasting performance and reliability, reducing downtime and maintenance costs for demanding industrial operations.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Junaid Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Manama, Bahrain
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