For manufacturers and fabricators in Kuwait and beyond seeking exceptional high-temperature performance, Nimish Metal in Safat offers a reliable source for the Stainless Steel 446 Hex Bar. This particular grade is a standout in the stainless steel family, specifically engineered to excel in challenging environments where oxidation and corrosion are major concerns. We take pride in supplying this robust material to industries that demand durability and longevity from their components, ensuring our clients receive a product that consistently meets rigorous standards.
The strength of Stainless Steel 446 lies in its composition, which features a high chromium content, typically around 23-27%. This generous amount of chromium is key, as it creates a protective layer that offers superior resistance to scaling, especially at temperatures where other steels might fail. In terms of its mechanical properties, this grade is a ferritic stainless steel, meaning it is magnetic and cannot be hardened by heat treatment. It possesses good ductility and strength, making it a tough and reliable choice for machining into various high-heat parts.
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.
You’ll typically find the 446 Hex Bar hard at work in applications that push materials to their thermal limits. It is an ideal choice for components in high-temperature furnaces, such as heat treatment trays, burner parts, and quenching baskets. Its excellent resistance to sulfur atmospheres also makes it valuable in the petrochemical industry. Furthermore, it is commonly used in thermal processing equipment, for parts in boiler systems, and anywhere sustained high temperatures demand a material that won’t succumb to oxidation, ensuring long service life and reduced maintenance.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
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