Mourad Metals, located in Tunis, Tunisia, stands out as a top-notch manufacturer and supplier of premium stainless steel products, with a particular focus on STAINLESS STEEL 253MA BARS/RODS. Known for their precision engineering and remarkable durability, Mourad Metals guarantees that each product adheres to international standards, serving a wide array of industrial needs. The company skillfully blends advanced metallurgical techniques with strict quality control to produce bars and rods that deliver exceptional performance, corrosion resistance, and high-temperature strength. With a strong commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction, Mourad Metals has built a reputation as a reliable name in stainless steel solutions, catering to clients across various sectors.
STAINLESS STEEL 253MA BARS/RODS are primarily made up of iron, chromium (about 21–23%), nickel (roughly 11–12%), and molybdenum (around 1.0–1.5%), featuring low carbon content to boost corrosion resistance. This alloy showcases impressive mechanical properties, including high tensile strength, yield strength, and toughness, even when exposed to elevated temperatures. It maintains its structural integrity during thermal cycling and resists oxidation and scaling in high-heat environments. With low thermal expansion and excellent creep resistance, it’s perfect for applications that require long-lasting reliability in extreme conditions, while its work-hardening ability allows for easy fabrication into various shapes without sacrificing strength.
| Specifications | ASTM A276 / ASME SA276 & ASTM A479 / ASME SA276 |
| Range | 3.17 MM TO 350 MM DIA |
| Dia Meter | 25mm to 152mm |
| Length | 1 to 6 Meters, Custom Cut Lengths |
| Finish | Bright, Polish & Black |
| Form | Round, Square, Hex (A/F), Rectangle, Billet, Ingot, Forging etc |
| Condition | Cold Drawn & Polished Cold Drawn, Centreless Ground & Polished |
| Grade | C | Mn | Si | S | P | Ni | Cr | Fe | Ce | N |
| 253 MA | 0.05 – 0.1 | 0.8 max | 2.0 max | 2.0 max | 0.04 max | 10.0 – 12.0 | 20.0 – 22.0 | Bal | 0.03 – 0.08 | 0.14 – 0.20 |
| Element | Density | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) | Elongation |
| 253 MA | 7.8 g/cm3 | 600 MPa | 310 MPa | 40 % |
Stainless Steel 253MA Bars and Rods are known for their excellent high-temperature strength, oxidation resistance, and corrosion resistance. They are ideal for applications in extreme environments, such as furnace parts and heat exchangers, where durability and performance are critical.
Industries such as power generation, petrochemical, chemical processing, and aerospace rely on Stainless Steel 253MA Bars and Rods for components that must withstand high temperatures and corrosive conditions, such as industrial furnaces, heat exchangers, and exhaust systems.
Yes, at Mourad Metals, we offer custom sizes and specifications to meet the unique needs of your applications, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in demanding environments.
STAINLESS STEEL 253MA BARS/RODS find extensive use in industries that require high-temperature corrosion resistance and structural integrity. They are particularly suited for components in power generation, chemical processing, petrochemical plants, and aerospace engineering. Common applications include boiler tubes, furnace parts, heat exchangers, gas turbines, and other equipment that face extreme heat and oxidizing conditions. Additionally, these bars and rods are utilized in marine and offshore structures, where resistance to chloride-induced corrosion is essential. Their unique combination of properties makes them a go-to choice for demanding environments.






We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Mourad Metals is a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter of high-quality bars, rods, and forgings, catering to various industries in Tunis, Tunisia
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