Nestled in the industrial hub of Safat, Kuwait, Nimish Metal has established itself as a trusted name for high-grade metals. We take pride in supplying premium Stainless Steel 253Ma Bars and Rods, a material chosen for its superior performance in extreme environments. Our commitment is to provide industries with durable, reliable materials that meet the most demanding specifications, ensuring your projects are built with strength and longevity in mind from a dependable local source.
This unique stainless steel contains chromium, silicon, and a clever blend of rare earth metals, giving it exceptional oxidation resistance at high temperatures—up to 1150°C. Mechanically, it offers a robust minimum yield strength of 310 MPa and maintains remarkable strength even under intense heat. Its excellent creep resistance and durability make it stand out, essentially allowing it to withstand sustained stress in tough conditions where other materials might falter over time.
| 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 Nimish Metals, we offer custom sizes and specifications to meet the unique needs of your applications, ensuring optimal performance and reliability in demanding environments.
You will often find 253Ma Bars and Rods in critical components like furnace tubing, radiant heater coils, and heat exchangers within the petrochemical industry. They are also the go-to material for heavy-duty thermal processing and industrial furnace construction. Essentially, any application demanding long-term service under high temperatures and corrosive atmospheres benefits from this material’s resilience, making it a smart solution for challenging engineering projects that require both strength and dependability.






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