904L Stainless Steel Round Bar | The Pinnacle of Acid and Chloride Resistance
✓ Sulfuric Acid Dominance: 0.001mm/year corrosion rate in 98% H₂SO₄ at 40°C (104°F) – 10x lifespan vs 316L.
✓ Seawater Immunity: PREN ≥36, validated by 15,000-hour ASTM G48 Method D crevice corrosion testing.
✓ Cryogenic Toughness: Maintains ductility from **-196°C to 400°C (-321°F to 752°F)** for LNG and cryogenic systems.
✓ Fabrication Precision: Low carbon content (0.02% max) prevents hot cracking during welding (AWS A5.9 ER385 filler recommended).
904L Stainless Steel Round Bar (UNS N08904)
Engineered to conquer the most aggressive chemical and marine environments, 904L super austenitic stainless steel round bars combine high molybdenum (4.5%), copper (1.5%), and nickel (24%) content to deliver unrivaled resistance to sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid, and chloride-induced corrosion. Certified to ASTM A276/A479 and NACE MR0175/ISO 15156, this premium alloy outperforms conventional stainless steels in chemical processing, pharmaceutical, and offshore applications where failure is not an option.
- Diameter Range: 5mm–300mm (hot-rolled ±0.5%; cold-drawn ±0.03mm)
- Length: 1m–6m standard (cut-to-length precision ±0.5mm)
- Surface Finishes: Pickled & Passivated, Polished (Ra ≤0.6μm), Electropolished (Ra ≤0.2μm)
- Mechanical Properties: Yield Strength ≥220 MPa | Tensile Strength ≥490 MPa | Elongation ≥45% | Hardness ≤230 HBW
| Parameter Category | Value/Description |
|---|---|
| Material Standard | ASTM A276 / ASTM A479, EN 10088-3, UNS N08904 |
| Chemical Composition (%) | C ≤0.02, Cr 19–23, Ni 23–28, Mo 4–5, Cu 1–2, Mn ≤2.0, Si ≤1.0, P ≤0.045, S ≤0.035 |
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | ≥490 (Solution Annealed) |
| Yield Strength (MPa) | ≥216 (Solution Annealed) |
| Elongation (%) | ≥35 (in 50mm gauge length) |
| Hardness | Brinell (HBW): ≤220; Rockwell (HRB): ≤95 (Annealed) |
| Density (g/cm³) | 8.00 |
| Melting Range (°C) | 1300–1390 |
| Thermal Conductivity (W/m·K) | 12.5 (at 20°C) |
| Thermal Expansion (10⁻⁶/°C) | 15.9 (20–100°C) |
| Electrical Resistivity (Ω·m) | 0.90 × 10⁻⁶ (at 20°C) |
| Elastic Modulus (GPa) | 195 |
| Magnetic Permeability | Non-magnetic (austenitic structure) |
| Corrosion Resistance | Exceptional resistance to sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid, chlorides, and organic acids; PREN ≥36. Resists stress corrosion cracking (SCC). |
| Heat Treatment | Solution Annealing: 1100–1170°C followed by rapid cooling (water or air quench). |
| Surface Finishes | Hot-rolled (black), cold-drawn (bright), polished, pickled & passivated. |
| Standard Dimensions | Diameter: 5mm–300mm; Length: 3000–6000mm (custom lengths available). |
| Key Applications | Chemical reactors, sulfuric acid tanks, seawater heat exchangers, oil & gas pipelines, pharmaceutical equipment, flue gas desulfurization (FGD) systems. |
904L Stainless Steel Round Bar Applications
| Industry | Critical Components | 904L Round Bar Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Processing | Sulfuric acid concentrators, pickling tanks | 0.001mm/year corrosion rate in 98% H₂SO₄ at 40°C. |
| Pharmaceutical | API reactors, solvent recovery systems | Complies with FDA CFR 211.65 and EU GMP Annex 1. |
| Marine Engineering | Seawater heat exchangers, scrubber units | Resists MIC (Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion) in stagnant seawater. |
| Nuclear Fuel | UF₆ handling equipment, reprocessing tools | Withstands hydrogen fluoride (HF) up to 200°C (392°F). |
904L Stainless Steel Round Bar Product Packaging
904L Stainless Steel Round Bar are precision-engineered for superior corrosion resistance and mechanical strength, meeting ASTM A276 and ISO 3506 standards. To ensure optimal performance from factory to your facility, we implement rigorous packaging protocols and logistics safeguards.

Small Bars (<50mm)
Bundled with steel straps + VCI-coated wraps, crated on reinforced wooden pallets.

Large Bars (≥50mm)
End caps + edge protectors, stacked in custom steel racks with desiccant units.

Anti-Scratch Sleeving
Silicone-impregnated fabric for polished/ground surfaces.

RFID Tags
Embedded tracking chips with real-time material certification access.
Why Choose Us
Where Precision Meets Partnership,25 years of focus on metal material science,Not only a supplier, but also your engineering consultant,Fast and zero compromise,Sustainable trust cycle。

Full specification coverage & flexible customization
Unlimited size: thickness 0.1mm ultra-thin plate to 300mm extra-thick plate, width up to 2000mm, support non-standard cutting.
Various surface treatments: 2B, BA mirror, brushed (No.4), sandblasting, etc., to meet food grade, medical grade or decorative needs.

Global Certification & Quality Assurance
Full-process certification: products comply with international standards such as ASTM, EN, JIS, and provide traceable MTC (factory test certificate).
Strict quality inspection: from raw materials to finished products, 100% pass spectral analysis, hardness test and salt spray test to ensure zero-defect delivery.

Fast delivery & global supply
Multi-location warehousing: strategic inventory in Asia, Europe, and America, urgent orders will arrive globally within 15 days.
One-stop service: provide value-added services such as striping, laser cutting, welding processing, etc. to shorten customer production cycle.

Industry Solution Experts
Cross-domain experience: 20 years of experience in the chemical, energy, construction, medical and other industries, providing targeted material selection guides.
Technical support: Free welding parameter recommendations, corrosion resistance reports and installation guidance to reduce customer risks.

Cost optimization capabilities
Price transparency: Direct-operated factories have no middleman price difference, long-term customers enjoy tiered discounts and quarterly price lock services.
Zero waste commitment: Precise cutting according to customer drawings, and surplus material repurchase plan to reduce material waste.

Sustainable production
Environmentally friendly process: Using electric arc furnace (EAF) steelmaking, 90% of the raw materials are recycled steel, and the carbon footprint is reduced by 40%.
Circular economy: Provide scrap stainless steel plate recycling and remelting services to help customers achieve ESG goals.
904L Stainless Steel Round Bar Shipping



Sea transport
40HQ container (loading capacity 28 tons) / bulk carrier (LCL minimum 1 ton)
Air transport
reach major airports around the world within 7 days (DDP/DAP terms)
Land transport
door-to-door within China (qualification for dangerous goods transportation)
Our Services
We guarantee global door-to-door delivery within 7–15 business days via partnerships with DHL, Maersk, and UPS.
FAQ
Q1: Why choose 904L over 6% Mo alloys like 254 SMO?
A: 904L’s 1.5% copper enhances sulfuric acid resistance at 50% lower cost. Use 254 SMO only for chloride >50,000 ppm environments.
Q2: Does 904L require post-weld heat treatment?
A: No. Stabilized niobium (Nb) content prevents sensitization – weld in as-welded condition (per ASME Section VIII Div.1).
Q3: Can 904L replace Hastelloy in HCl service?
A: Recommended for ≤10% HCl at 25°C. For higher concentrations, use our 904L-HCl™ variant with laser-clad tantalum layer.
Q4: What certifications support nuclear industry use?
Batch-specific documentation includes:
- ASME Section III Division 2 certification
- ISO 9328-4 NDT reports (UT/PT/RT)
- NACE MR0103 for sour service
Q5: How to prevent intergranular corrosion during machining?
A: Our pre-solution annealed bars (1100°C water-quenched) guarantee ASTM A262 Practice E compliance – free microstructure analysis included.
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