Mourad Metals is a reliable manufacturer and supplier of SMO 254 Bars and Rods, proudly based in Tunis, Tunisia. They specialize in delivering top-notch super austenitic stainless steel products to industries around the globe. With a keen emphasis on precision manufacturing, consistent quality, and adherence to international standards, Mourad Metals offers SMO 254 bars and rods that are celebrated for their remarkable corrosion resistance and mechanical strength. The company is well-equipped to handle demanding applications where reliability is a must, providing customized sizes, rigorous quality control, and prompt delivery. Thanks to their expertise, modern facilities, and customer-focused approach, Mourad Metals has become a go-to partner for high-performance stainless steel solutions worldwide.
SMO 254 bars and rods are crafted from super austenitic stainless steels with a rich alloy composition, typically featuring around 19–20% chromium, 17–18% nickel, 6–6.5% molybdenum, and added nitrogen. This unique blend grants them exceptional resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking. On the mechanical side, SMO 254 boasts impressive tensile and yield strength, along with excellent toughness and ductility. It maintains solid mechanical stability even at elevated temperatures and performs reliably under high pressure and in aggressive chemical environments.
Standards : EN, DIN, JIS, ASTM, BS, ASME, AISI
Size : 1/2″ to 100″
Length : 100 mm to 6000 mm
Specifications : ASTM A276, A279, A479
Form : Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle, Wire (Coil Form), Wire-mesh, Billet, Ingot, Forging Etc.
Finish : Bright, Polish & Black
| Elements | Carbon | Chromium | Manganese | Molybdenum | Nickel | Nitrogen | Phosphorus | Silicon | Sulphur |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SMO 254 UNS S31254 | 0.02 max | 19.5-20.5 | 1.0 max | 6.0-6.5 | 17.5-18.5 | 0.18-0.22 | 0.03 max | 0.8 max | 0.01 max |
| 0.2% Proof Stress (N/mm2 ) [ksi] minimum | 300 [43.5] |
| Tensile Strength (N/mm2) [ksi] minimum | 650 |
| Elongation (%) minimum | 35 |
| Hardness (HBN) | 270 max |
| Reduction of Cross Section Area (%) | 50 |
SMO 254 Bars and Rods are designed with a high content of chromium, nickel, and molybdenum, which provides excellent resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking. This composition makes them highly effective in aggressive environments, such as marine, chemical processing, and petrochemical industries, where high chloride concentrations are present.
Yes, SMO 254 Bars and Rods can be easily welded using standard welding techniques. However, it is important to follow proper procedures and use appropriate filler materials to maintain the material’s superior corrosion resistance and mechanical properties. This makes it suitable for critical applications where welded joints are required.
SMO 254 Bars and Rods are commonly used in industries such as chemical processing, marine, and petrochemical, where materials need to withstand highly corrosive environments. They are used in heat exchangers, pressure vessels, desalination plants, and other critical infrastructure requiring high performance in extreme conditions.
These SMO 254 bars and rods find their place in industries that require outstanding corrosion resistance and longevity. You’ll often see them in chemical processing equipment, heat exchangers, seawater handling systems, desalination plants, and components for offshore oil and gas operations. They’re also utilized in the pulp and paper sector, flue gas cleaning systems, and pharmaceutical processing equipment. Thanks to their resistance to chlorides and acidic environments, SMO 254 bars and rods are perfect for tough marine and industrial settings where traditional stainless steels just can’t keep up.






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