At Exotic Metals LLP our Hollow Bars represent a revolution in machining efficiency and material conservation. Unlike solid round bars that require extensive core drilling, a hollow bar is produced with a pre-existing central bore. This "near-net-shape" geometry allows manufacturers to bypass the most time-consuming and tool-intensive stage of production boring out the center.
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Primarily used in corrosive environments, these bars (such as Grade 316L) are the gold standard for the chemical and food processing industries. They offer excellent weldability and are ideal for manufacturing pump housings and sanitary fittings
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Produced under the ASTM A519 or EN 10294-1 standards, these are engineered for structural and mechanical use. They are heat-treated to achieve specific hardness levels, making them perfect for hydraulic cylinders, rollers, and axles.
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Centrifugally Cast Hollow Bars
For large-diameter requirements with thick walls, we utilize centrifugal casting. This process involves pouring molten metal into a rotating mold, which forces impurities to the inner surface (later machined away), resulting in a bar with an exceptionally dense and defect-free outer structure.
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Cold Drawn Precision Hollow Bars
When the application demands high dimensional accuracy and a superior surface finish, we provide cold-drawn variants. The drawing process refines the grain structure and hardens the material, making it suitable for high-speed rotating components.
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Duplex & Super Duplex Hollow Bars
For offshore and marine applications, we stock "Exotic" grades like 2205 and 2507 in hollow form. These provide the highest strength-to-weight ratio and are essential for subsea equipment and desalination plant manifolds.
