Hemi Metals, located in Hamilton, New Zealand, is a reliable manufacturer and supplier of high-performance Stainless Steel 440C Bars and Rods, designed for precision and wear-resistant industrial applications. SS 440C is a high-carbon martensitic stainless steel celebrated for its remarkable hardness, excellent wear resistance, and decent corrosion resistance. Crafted with meticulous attention to dimensional accuracy, controlled heat treatment, and a superior surface finish, these bars and rods ensure dependable performance even in the toughest mechanical conditions. Hemi Metals caters to industries like aerospace, automotive, bearing manufacturing, tooling, and heavy engineering, where strength, precision, and durability are essential.
Stainless Steel 440C is composed of about 16–18% chromium and a high carbon content of 0.95–1.20%, enabling it to reach impressive hardness levels after heat treatment. This unique composition not only offers excellent wear resistance but also provides moderate corrosion protection. Typically, SS 440C bars and rods achieve tensile strength exceeding 750 MPa and hardness levels of 58–60 HRC post-hardening. The material is magnetic, boasts good dimensional stability, and retains strong edge retention and fatigue resistance, even under high-load and high-speed conditions.
| Specification | ASTM A479/ SA479 ASTM A276/ ASME SA276 |
|---|---|
| Grade | Stainless Steel 440C (UNS S44004) |
| Hex Bar size | 18 to 57mm (11/16″ – 2-3/4″) |
| Round bar size | OD 4mm to 500mm |
| Square bar size | 18mm to 47mm (11/16″- 1-3/4″) |
| Billet Size | 1/2″- 495mm Dia. |
| Rectangles Size | 33 x 30mm – 295 x 1066mm |
| Bright Bar | OD 4mm to 100mm |
| Tolerance | K12 H12, K10, H9, H11, H8, H13K9, H10, K11, or as per need |
| Flat bar size | 1/2” to 10” in thickness of 2 to 150mm |
| Angle bar size | 3*20*20~12*100*100 |
| Finish | centreless ground, Cold (bright) drawn, hot rolled, peeled, smooth turned, hot rolled annealed, slit rolled edge, Bright, Rough Turned, Grinding, Polish & Black |
| Form | Flat Bar, Hollow, Round, Square, Triangle, Rectangle, Half Round Bar, Rod, T-Bar, Precision Ground Bar, Hex (A/F), Blocks, Channel Bar, Threaded, Round Rod, Billet, Profiles, I/H Bar, Ingot, Rings, Forging etc. |
| Technique | 440C Stainless Steel Hot Rolled, Cold Drawn, Rod, Forged Round Bar, Cold Rolled |
| Condition | annealed, Hardened & tempered |
| Section | 3.0 -12.0 mm thickness, 80 x 40 to 150 x 75mm section |
| Channel Bar | 5.0 – 6.0mm thickness |
| Surface | Bright, Cold Drawn, Hot Rolled Pickled, Sand Blasting Finished, Polished, Hairline |
| Hollow Bar | 32mm OD x 16mm ID – 250mm OD x 200mm ID |
|
SS 440C |
Min |
Max |
|---|---|---|
|
Si |
– |
1.00 |
|
C |
0.95 |
1.20 |
|
Mo |
0.00 |
0.75 |
|
P |
– |
0.04 |
|
Ni |
– |
1.00 |
|
Mn |
– |
1.00 |
|
Cr |
16.00 |
18.00 |
|
S |
0.15 |
0.03 |
|
Element |
SS 440C |
|---|---|
|
Tensile (UTS)N/mm² |
1965 |
|
Temp°C |
20 |
|
Reductionof Area |
10 |
|
Elongation(50.8mm) %) |
2 |
|
0.2% YieldN/mm² |
1896 |
|
HardnessHRc |
57 |
|
STANDARD |
UNS |
WERKSTOFF NR. |
JIS |
|---|---|---|---|
|
SS 440C |
S44004 |
1.4125 |
SUS 440C |
Stainless Steel 440C Bars and Rods are known for their high hardness, achieving up to 58-60 HRC when heat-treated. This makes them ideal for applications requiring excellent wear and abrasion resistance.
Stainless Steel 440C offers good corrosion resistance in mild environments, but for more aggressive conditions (like exposure to saltwater), it is recommended to use more corrosion-resistant stainless steel grades like 316 or 317.
Stainless Steel 440C Bars and Rods find extensive use in applications that demand extreme hardness, precision, and wear resistance. They are commonly utilized in ball and roller bearings, valve components, cutting tools, surgical instruments, shafts, spindles, nozzles, and high-performance fasteners. In the aerospace and automotive sectors, SS 440C is favored for precision rotating components and high-load mechanical parts. Additionally, it plays a crucial role in mold making, tooling, and industrial machinery. Its ability to maintain sharp edges, resist abrasion, and perform reliably under heavy stress ensures a long service life in challenging operating environments.
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Hemi Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Hamilton New Zealand
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