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    About Stainless Steel
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    Compare over 25 types of stainless steel to find the right material for you—all with material certificates for traceability.

    Tight-Tolerance Hardened Machinable 416 Stainless Steel Rods

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Tight-Tolerance Hardened Machinable 416 Stainless Steel Rods.
    The best balance of superior wear resistance, precision, and machinability. These 416 stainless steel rods come hardened to increase strength and resist denting and deforming. Precision ground to tight tolerances, they're all set to turn in your lathe.
    416 is the easiest type of stainless steel to machine. Alloyed with sulfur, it cuts quickly without clogging your cutting tools. It won't wear down when it grinds against other metal parts, so it's a good choice for gears, screws, and shafts. It also maintains its corrosion resistance in temperatures as hot as 1200° F. However, it's not as corrosion resistant as other types of stainless steel, such as 304 and 17-4 PH.
    Premium—It is also called Project 70+.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
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    5-0.0127 to 0Cold WorkedRockwell C30 (Hard)ASTM A5823821T101
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    10-0.0127 to 0Cold WorkedRockwell C30 (Hard)ASTM A5823821T105
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    14-0.0127 to 0Cold WorkedRockwell C30 (Hard)ASTM A5823821T107
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    18-0.0127 to 0Cold WorkedRockwell C30 (Hard)ASTM A5823821T109
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    20-0.0127 to 0Cold WorkedRockwell C30 (Hard)ASTM A5823821T201
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    25-0.0127 to 0Cold WorkedRockwell C30 (Hard)ASTM A5823821T202
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    Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel Rods

    From cookware to chemical-processing equipment, 304 stainless steel is a good all-around choice for a wide range of applications. It maintains its corrosion resistance in temperatures up to 1500° F.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Multipurpose 304 Stainless Steel Rods.
    Premium—Machines faster with less wear on cutting tools than standard 304 stainless steel. Also called Project 70+.
    304/304L Stainless Steel—This dual-certified stainless steel meets both 304 and 304L requirements. Its low carbon content improves weldability while retaining corrosion resistance and strength.
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    1/8"-0.002" to 0.002"304 Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K41
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    3/16"-0.002" to 0.002"304 Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K42
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    1/4"-0.002" to 0.002"304 Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K43
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    5/16"-0.002" to 0.002"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K29
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    3/8"-0.002" to 0.002"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K31
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    7/16"-0.002" to 0.002"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K32
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    1/2"-0.002" to 0.002"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K12
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    5/8"-0.002" to 0.002"304/304L Stainless Steel
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    3/4"-0.002" to 0.002"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K14
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    7/8"-0.002" to 0.002"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K15
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    1"-0.003" to 0.003"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K16
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    1 1/4"-0.003" to 0.003"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K19
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    1 3/8"-0.003" to 0.003"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K22
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    1 1/2"-0.003" to 0.003"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K23
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    1 5/8"-0.003" to 0.003"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K24
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    1 3/4"-0.003" to 0.003"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K25
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    2"-0.003" to 0.003"304/304L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5639, SAE AMS56479210K28
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    Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel Rods

    One of the most corrosion-resistant types of stainless steel, 316 stands up to the harshest chemicals, including bleach, chlorine, and phosphoric acid. It's a step up from 304, which has similar strength and temperature performance. Use it in a variety of marine and chemical-processing applications. It maintains its corrosion resistance in temperatures up to 1500° F.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
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    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Highly Corrosion-Resistant 316 Stainless Steel Rods.
    Premium—Machines faster with less wear on cutting tools than standard 316 stainless steel. Also called Project 70+.
    316/316L Stainless Steel—Dual certified to meet both 316 and 316L requirements. The low carbon content makes this stainless steel easy to weld while maintaining strength and corrosion resistance.
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    1/8"-0.001" to 0.001"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K29
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    3/16"-0.001" to 0.001"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K31
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    1/4"-0.001" to 0.001"316/316L Stainless Steel
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    5/16"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K26
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    3/8"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K27
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    1/2"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K12
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    5/8"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K13
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    3/4"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
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    7/8"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K15
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    1"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K16
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    1 1/8"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K17
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    1 1/4"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K18
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    1 3/8"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K19
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    1 1/2"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K21
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    1 5/8"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K22
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    1 3/4"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K23
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    1 7/8"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K24
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    2"-0.003" to 0.003"316/316L Stainless Steel
    Cold WorkedRockwell B80 (Medium)ASTM A276, SAE AMS5648, SAE AMS56539298K25
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    Extreme-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel Rods

    Combine the strength of 400 series stainless steel with the corrosion resistance of 300 series. 17-4 PH stainless steel is fit for the most demanding applications—even storing and protecting nuclear waste. You can be confident it will stay corrosion resistant up to the maximum temperature listed. Also known as 630 stainless steel.
    Material Certificate Icon
    Certificates with a traceable lot number are available for these products. Download certificates from ORDER HISTORY after your order ships.
    Long Rods
    Image of Product. Front orientation. Stainless Steel. Extreme-Strength 17-4 PH Stainless Steel Rods.
    Premium—Also known as Project 70+, this material machines faster with less wear on cutting tools than standard 17-4 PH stainless steel.
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    1/8"-0.001" to 0.001"Not RatedCold WorkedRockwell C35 (Hard)Rockwell C47AnnealedASTM A5643163N1
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    5/32"-0.001" to 0.001"Not RatedCold WorkedRockwell C35 (Hard)Rockwell C47AnnealedASTM A5643163N11
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    5/8"-0.002" to 0.002"Not RatedCold WorkedRockwell C35 (Hard)Rockwell C47AnnealedASTM A5643163N17
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    3/4"-0.002" to 0.002"Not RatedCold WorkedRockwell C35 (Hard)Rockwell C47AnnealedASTM A5643163N18
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    1"-0.003" to 0.003"Not RatedCold WorkedRockwell C35 (Hard)Rockwell C47AnnealedASTM A5643163N19
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