Stainless Steel Round Bar

Aluminium Warehouse are large stockholders of Stainless Steel Round Bars. Our Round Bar comes in a wide selection of grades, each with their own merits including good corrosion resistance , high machinability and good suitability to welding.

This extrusion is most suited to the construction field as these bars are resistant to tarnishing and rust, long-lasting and durable; however, the shape lends itself to many other DIY projects and applications in the home.

A steel rod offers a wide variety of applications. They are highly versatile due to their high resistance to weather extremities and other external factors. These hard metal bars are prevalent in our environment. But just how familiar are you with the properties and applications of a steel bar?

Here at Aluminium Warehouse, we specialise in the delivery of stainless steel rods of various diameters. Whether you need an 8mm or a 7mm stainless steel rod, we can meet your needs.

But, we’ll also go one step further. Here, we’ll walk you through basic information about a stainless steel bar and its respective functions. This way, when you’re buying your next steel rod, you’ll be able to make informed purchase decisions.

What is stainless steel rod?

Which is better stainless steel or steel?

Stainless steel rods come with peculiar properties that separate them from other forms of metal. Each of these features contributes to the form of any stainless round stock you may encounter.

At Aluminium Warehouse, we only stock the best stainless steel rods for sale. Hence, we can guarantee the following features:

Rigid strength
A high-quality stainless steel round bar has incredible toughness and strength, especially for construction purposes. They are incredibly rigid and can support several tons of weight.

However, with great power comes great weight. A steel bar may be very heavy and will require powerful machinery to carry it.

Poor Conductor of Heat and Electricity
This makes a good steel rod the ideal choice in high-temperature environments. They do not absorb a lot of heat. As such, they’ll provide a cool atmosphere in buildings. As a poor conductor of electricity, a stainless steel pole is a right option for insulating materials around electric fields.

Non-porous
This feature is largely responsible for the high resistance to corrosion that a steel round bar possesses. The steel bars disallow any form of permeability into the metal. This has the added effect of long-lasting performance and functionality.

Non Reactive and Low Maintenance
Our stainless steel bar can be used in the manufacture of kitchenware. The metal doesn’t allow the matter to stick to its surface. It’s easy to clean and wash — a factor that prevents the harbouring of dirt and bad odour.

Types of Stainless Steel Bars
During the manufacturing process, a stainless steel round bar will go through several processes and additions that can alter its chemical composition. The end products vary depending on the chemical makeup within their structure.

Therefore, whether you're looking for a 3mm steel rod or a 6mm stainless steel rod, the internal composition determines the best application for it. Below are the various types of steel bars and features that make them unique.

Austenitic Steel Rods
Mostly contains nickel, manganese and nitrogen
This style of stainless steel round bar is easy to form or weld
Balance of ductility, hardness and toughness
The most common version used in multiple applications

Martensitic Steel Rods
High carbon content that enables tempering
Not easily formed or welded
High strength but offers less corrosion resistance
Commonly used in pillar and column construction

Precipitation Hardening Steel Rods
Extremely high strength due to the presence of elements like copper, aluminium and niobium
Low chance of distortion when machined
Water resistance of solid steel bars make it ideal for use in marine facilities

Ferritic Steel Rods
Strong resistance to environmental extremities
Brittle under low temperatures
Strong resistance against stress cracking

Duplex Steel Rods
A mixture of ferritic and austenitic types. It has the combined strength of both
Relatively easy to form
Most expensive by weight

Fundamental Difference between Steel Rods and Bars
The terms steel rod and bar are often used interchangeably. However, there is a slight difference in their physical structure. Bear in mind however that either version can be used for the same construction job.

When considering rods, they come in a stainless round stock i.e. they have a cylindrical cross-section with a smooth and curved body. Whereas a steel bar will have a square cross-sectional area with a flat body on four sides. They are typically rectangular in length.

Regardless, they can still both be used for the same purpose. The slight difference comes from the bending of the steel. A steel rod is circular and will bend easily. This makes it the best option for constructing arch pillars. Bars are quadrilateral and can be used to reinforce any type of angular pillars or columns.

Where to buy stainless steel rod?

Whether you need a steel rod or bar, Aluminium Warehouse are an established stainless steel round bar suppliers. We can deliver options to meet your preferences. We have the best steel rods and steel bars for sale. For varied application, they also come in different grades and diameters.

Are you looking for a 5mm stainless steel rod bar or a 4mm steel bar for your kitchen frame? Will a 10mm stainless steel rod or a 12mm steel round bar fit your needs? Whichever size or dimension you need is available. We deliver a free custom cutting service too and will happily cut to size any raw materials. 

Here are answers to some common questions about using a steel rod.

Can Stainless Steel Rod be bent?

How to Cut Stainless Steel Rod?

An abrasive circular saw is typically used to cut stainless steel rods. Hacksaws can also be used to cut steel rods, especially in a domestic setting.

What are Steel Rods Used For?

Steel rods are primarily used in the construction and manufacturing industries. To reinforce pillars, they are usually fitted as rebar into pillars. 

What is the Strongest Steel Rod?

Stainless steel rod round bar with titanium in their chemical makeup tend to be the strongest.

What is Steel Rod?

A steel rod is a long and hard metal alloy used in different forms of construction. They are tough and long-lasting.

If steel rod isn't suitable, what else can I use?

Similar products in our steel range include steel tubes, stainless steel angle, stainless steel square bar, stainless steel rectangular tube and stainless steel flat bars. 

We are also a recognised metal supplier for our comprehensive range of aluminium products and would recommend comparing these metal rods with aluminium rod, aluminium round tubes, aluminium flat bar and aluminium square tubes.  

Finally, if corrosion resistance is of lower importance, we could also recommend looking at our mild steel. For a fraction of the cost, we can also supply bright mild steel bars. Our bright round bar and bright square bar bar are both ductile and malleable. Visit our mild steel range to find out more.