Square Bar

Square Bar Manufacturer, Stockist & Exporter in India – Exotic Metals LLP

Introduction: Engineering Symmetry and Strength

At Exotic Metals LLP our Square Bars are engineered for applications that demand perfect symmetry, high torsional rigidity, and a flat surface for seamless integration into structural assemblies. A square bar is a solid metal section with four equal sides and 90-degree angles, manufactured to provide the structural backbone for various heavy-duty industries.

Square Bar Manufacturer & Supplier in India

While round bars are ideal for rotation, square bars are the preferred choice for frameworks, supports, and machined components where flat surfaces are required for bolting, welding, or mounting. As a premier manufacturer and exporter in India, we ensure that our square bars possess exceptional straightness and sharp corner definitions. Whether utilized in the manufacturing of heavy-duty machinery, architectural railings, or precision-engineered tool bits, our square bars deliver the metallurgical consistency required for high-stress industrial environments.

Technical Specification Table

Feature Details
Size Range 4mm x 4mm to 200mm x 200mm (1/8” to 8”)
Standard Specifications ASTM A276, A479, A484, ASME SA276, SA479, DIN 1014
Length 3 Meters, 6 Meters, or Custom Cut-to-Length
Tolerances h10, h11, h12 (Cold Drawn) or as per DIN 1014 (Hot Rolled)
Condition Hot Rolled, Cold Drawn, Annealed, Solution Annealed
Surface Finish Bright, Black, Polished, Pickled, or Sandblasted

Diverse Types of Square Bars

Exotic Metals LLP categorizes square bars based on their processing methods and surface characteristics to help our clients choose the right material for their specific fabrication needs:

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Material Grade Range

We stock and manufacture square bars in a vast range of "Exotic" and standard alloys to meet diverse industrial challenges:

  1. Stainless Steel: 201, 202, 303 (Free Machining), 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 316Ti, 310S, 321, 347, 410, 416, 420, 430, 431.
  2. Duplex & Super Duplex: UNS S31803, S32205, S32750, S32760.
  3. Nickel Alloys: Inconel 600, 625, Monel 400, K500, Hastelloy C276, Alloy 20.
  4. Carbon & Alloy Steel: EN1A, EN8, EN9, EN19, EN24, 1018, 1045, 4140, 4340.
  5. Tool Steel: D2, D3, H13, OHNS (Oil Hardened Non-Shrinking Steel).

Chemical Composition (%)

Representative chemical profiles for our high-demand square bar alloys.

Grade C (Max) Mn (Max) Cr Ni Mo Others
SS 304L 0.03 2.0 18.0–20.0 8.0–12.0 N: 0.10
SS 316L 0.03 2.0 16.0–18.0 10.0–14.0 2.0–3.0 N: 0.10
Alloy 625 0.10 0.5 20.0–23.0 58.0 Min 8.0–10.0 Nb+Ta: 3.15–4.15
ASTM A105 0.35 0.6–1.05 0.30 Max 0.40 Max 0.12 Max V: 0.08 Max

Mechanical Properties

Tested to ensure structural reliability.

Grade Tensile (MPa) Yield (MPa) Elongation (%) Hardness (HB)
SS 304 515 Min 205 Min 40% 201 Max
SS 316L 485 Min 170 Min 40% 217 Max
Duplex 2205 655 Min 450 Min 25% 290 Max
Monel 400 480 Min 195 Min 35% 150 Max

Standard Weight Chart (Theoretical)

Formula: $\text{Side (mm)} \times \text{Side (mm)} \times 0.00785 = \text{Weight (kg/m)}$ (for Steel).

Size (mm) Size (inches) Weight (kg/meter) Weight (kg/6m)
8 x 8 5/16" 0.50 3.00
10 x 10 3/8" 0.79 4.74
12 x 12 1/2" 1.13 6.78
16 x 16 5/8" 2.01 12.06
20 x 20 3/4" 3.14 18.84
25 x 25 1" 4.91 29.46
40 x 40 1-1/2" 12.56 75.36
50 x 50 2" 19.63 117.78

Delivery & Packaging Information

At Exotic Metals LLP, we implement strict logistics protocols to ensure your square bars arrive in perfect condition:

  1. Edge Protection: To maintain the precision 90-degree corners, square bars are bundled with protective cardboard or plastic edge guards.
  2. Corrosion Shielding: For carbon and alloy grades, we apply premium anti-rust oils and wrap the material in moisture-proof HDPE fabric.
  3. Export-Grade Packing: International shipments are packed in seaworthy wooden crates or reinforced plywood boxes, secured with high-tensile steel straps.
  4. Identification: Every bundle is tagged with the Heat Number, Grade, Size, and Batch Code. We provide 100% traceability through Mill Test Certificates (MTC) as per EN 10204 3.1.
  5. Custom Shipping: We offer global shipping via air freight for urgent needs and sea freight (FCL/LCL) for large-scale industrial projects.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the main advantage of a Cold Drawn Square Bar?

Cold drawing provides much tighter dimensional tolerances and a smoother surface finish compared to hot rolling. This reduces the amount of machining required by the end-user, saving both time and material costs.

Are square bars suitable for welding?

Yes, especially grades like 304L and 316L, which have low carbon content to prevent carbide precipitation during the welding process.

Can Exotic Metals LLP provide custom sizes?

While we maintain a large stock of standard sizes, we can provide custom forging and grinding services to produce square bars of specific dimensions for unique engineering requirements.

What industries typically use square bars?

They are widely used in machine tool manufacturing, agricultural equipment, the automotive industry (axles and shafts), and structural frameworks for industrial plants.