Stainless Square Bar

Stainless steel square bars are a versatile metal material used for different purposes across a range of industries. They are solid bars available in various sizes, cut in a square cross-section that distinguishes them from other types of bars in different shapes.

Stainless steel is made from a steel alloy that has to contain a minimum of 10.5% chromium. This is what gives stainless steel its excellent corrosion resistance and makes it suitable for use in a variety of different industrial applications.

What are stainless steel square bars, how are they used and what makes them such a versatile material?

Stainless Square Bar Grades

Different grades of stainless steel can be used to produce square bars. The choice of grade will be based on the particular demands of the intended application. The two most commonly used grades are 304 and 316, which combine strength with excellent corrosion resistance.

When choosing the grade of stainless steel, factors such as the required mechanical properties and the kind of environment it will be used in should be taken into account.

Where are stainless steel square bars used?

Stainless steel square bars are an adaptable material that combines excellent corrosion resistance with strength and workability. They also have good aesthetic appeal. This makes it a highly useful material in industries such as construction, where they are often used as both structural elements and for decorative purposes.

In automotive manufacturing, stainless steel square bars can be used to create components that have strong corrosion resistance. The same applies to marine applications, where stainless steel square bars provide excellent protection against rust and corrosion, even in saltwater environments. Due to the excellent hygienic properties of the material, stainless steel square bars are also used to manufacture medical and kitchen equipment and appliances.

Versatility & Durability

Stainless steel square bars are a versatile material, that due to their excellent corrosion resistance is also very durable. When polished, stainless steel square bars also have strong aesthetic properties that are valued for their decorative capacities.

How are stainless steel square bars manufactured?

Steel is heated and passed through a series of rollers to shape the hot metal into the required shape. A range of finishing processes may be used such as grinding to achieve the required surface finish and dimensions. Stainless steel square bars are cut to size through shearing or sawing. Care needs to be taken to ensure consistency and the required degree of precision.

Your 1st choice for stainless steel square bars

At 1st Choice Metals, we supply stainless steel square bars in a range of sizes, all of which are supplied in highly versatile grade 304.

With free cutting and quick dispatch times, we make it easy to access the highest-quality materials for your project. We provide simple online ordering and any orders placed before lunchtime will be cut and shipped on the same day. With competitive pricing and a range of shipping options, we’re the 1st choice for high-quality stainless steel square bars.

If you have any queries or would like to find out more, call us on 01905 774623 or email sales@1stchoicemetals.co.uk for a quotation.