Stainless Steel Round Rod 303 is an austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steel specifically designed for improved machinability due to the addition of sulfur or selenium. While offering good corrosion resistance, its weldability is generally not as good as other common austenitic grades. This alloy machines exceptionally well, producing clean chips and allowing for higher cutting speeds, which increases manufacturing efficiency. Common applications include fasteners, bushings, and machined parts where ease of production is a primary consideration.
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Diameter
0.4375
Length
12
Alloy
303
Metal Type
Stainless Steel
Shape
Bar-Round
Ships
1 Business Day
Brand
K&S Precision Metals
Weight/Lineal Foot
0.53 pounds
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Mechanical Properties

Density g/cm^3
8
Yield Tensile Strength KSI
34
Brinell Hardness 3000 kg load
165
Ultimate Tensile Strength KSI
89
Rockwell Hardness B Scale
85
Machinability %
75 min
Melting Point °F
2550 - 2590
Elongation % in 2 in.
44
Shear Strength KSI
62 min
Electrical Conductivity % IACS
2 min
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Chemistry Information : 303 Stainless Steel

Element
Percentage
Element
Percentage
Element
Percentage
C
0.15  max
Cr
18
Fe
69
Mn
2  max
Ni
9
Mo
0.6  max
P
0.2  max
S
0.15  max
Si
1  max

This stainless steel round rod has a diameter of 0.4375 inches and a length of 12 inches. It is made from 303 alloy stainless steel, known for its improved machinability due to added sulfur or selenium.

Yes, the 303 stainless steel rod machines exceptionally well, producing clean chips and allowing higher cutting speeds. It is commonly used for fasteners, bushings, and machined parts where ease of production is important.

This product is in stock and ships within 1 business day, ensuring quick delivery for your project needs.

No, this stainless steel rod does not have an MTR available.

Yes, this rod is DFARS compliant and is domestically sourced, meeting regulatory requirements for defense-related applications.

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