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Delivering Metal Rods, Bars and Tubing to Wisconsin, and the Mid-West.

Wisconsin Metal Tech’s metal rod and bar supply deliver mill prices without mill delays. Count on our low minimums, short lead times, and fast deliveries to make sure you have the right products, at the right time, and in just the right amounts.

Ground Steel Rod and Bar

Ground steel bar is a precision ground bar product that has had the surface ground to remove any unwanted material, resulting in a smooth and accurate finish. It’s commonly used in precision parts, tools and dies, mechanical components, the construction industry, and the manufacturing of various products.

It offers several advantages over other types of steel bar products, including improved accuracy and precision, greater surface finish, and improved dimensional tolerances.

What is Ground Steel Bar?

Ground steel bar is a precision ground bar product that has had the surface ground to remove any unwanted material, resulting in a smooth and accurate finish. It is used in a variety of applications, including the production of machined parts, bearings, and other components.

Types of Ground Steel Bar

Cold-finished steel is a term used to describe steel that has been processed in a cold state, typically by being cold drawn, turned, ground, or polished. Hot-rolled steel is steel that has been rolled at high temperatures. Turned steel is steel that has been processed by turning it on a lathe.

Uses of Ground Steel Bar

Ground steel bar is commonly used in the production of precision parts, such as bearings, gears, and other mechanical components. It is also used in the production of tools and dies, as well as in the construction industry for applications such as shafts, and support beams.

Advantages of Ground Steel Bar

Advantages include improved accuracy and precision, greater surface finish, and improved dimensional tolerances. More consistent in size and shape to reduce production time and costs. Additionally, ground steel bar is typically stronger and harder than other types of steel bar products.

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17-4 Steel

17-4 stainless steel is a precipitation-hardened martensitic stainless steel. It contains 17% chromium, 4% nickel, and 4% copper. It has good corrosion resistance and high strength and hardness, making it suitable for use in a variety of industries, including aerospace, petrochemical, and food processing. It is commonly used in applications that require high strength and moderate corrosion resistance, such as valve parts, pump shafts, and aircraft structural components. The steel can be heat treated to various tempers.
17-4 Steel

303 Stainless Steel

303 stainless steel is an austenitic stainless steel that contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel. It is known for its excellent machinability and has a slightly improved corrosion resistance over 304 stainless steel. It has a lower carbon content than 304 stainless steel, which makes it less prone to intergranular corrosion. It is commonly used in the production of shafts, gears, and other parts that require machining, as well as for architectural and industrial applications. 303 stainless steel is also known as Type 303 stainless steel.
303 Stainless Steel

304 Stainless Steel

304 stainless steel is an austenitic stainless steel that contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel. It is the most common type of stainless steel and is often referred to as "18-8" stainless steel. It has good corrosion resistance, heat resistance, and strength. It is commonly used in the production of kitchen equipment, appliances, sinks, and other items that come in contact with food and water. It is also commonly used in the construction of buildings and other infrastructure, as well as in the manufacturing of various products such as screws, bolts, and other fasteners.
304 Stainless Steel

316 Stainless Steel

316 stainless steel is an austenitic stainless steel that contains 16% chromium, 10% nickel, and 2% molybdenum. It is commonly known as marine grade stainless steel because of its superior resistance to corrosion in comparison to other types of stainless steel. It has excellent resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride environments. It also has high resistance to general corrosion, heat resistance, and strength. 316 stainless steel is commonly used in the food and chemical processing industries, as well as in the construction of marine and coastal infrastructure, such as in the building of boats, bridges and buildings near the ocean.
316 Stainless Steel

410 Stainless Steel

410 stainless steel is a martensitic stainless steel that contains 11.5% chromium. It is known for its good corrosion resistance, strength and hardness. It is commonly used in applications that require high strength and moderate corrosion resistance, such as valve parts, pump shafts, and fasteners. Its corrosion resistance is not as good as the austenitic grades like 304 and 316, but it is still considered to be good in comparison to other martensitic grades. 410 stainless steel is magnetic and can be heat treated to achieve different levels of strength and toughness. It is also commonly used in the manufacturing of cutting tools.
410 Stainless Steel

416 Stainless Steel

416 stainless steel is a martensitic stainless steel that contains 12% chromium and 0.15% sulfur. It is known for its good machinability, high strength, and corrosion resistance. It is commonly used in the production of gears, screws, and other parts that require machining. It is also used in the manufacturing of valves, pumps, and other parts that require high strength and corrosion resistance. Its corrosion resistance is not as good as the austenitic grades like 304 and 316, but it is still considered to be good in comparison to other martensitic grades. Its high sulfur content gives it better machinability than other martensitic grades.
416 Stainless Steel

420 Stainless Steel

420 stainless steel is a martensitic stainless steel that contains at least 12% chromium and 0.15% carbon. It is known for its good corrosion resistance, high strength, and hardness. It is commonly used in applications that require a combination of high strength and moderate corrosion resistance, such as knives, surgical instruments, and needle valves. It is also used in the production of pump shafts, gears, and other parts that require high strength and corrosion resistance. Its corrosion resistance is not as good as the austenitic grades like 304 and 316, but it is still considered to be good in comparison to other martensitic grades.
420 Stainless Steel

440 Stainless Steel

440 stainless steel is a type of steel that contains a high level of carbon, typically around 0.95-1.20%. It is available in three different variations, 440A, 440B, and 440C. It is known for its good corrosion resistance, high strength, and hardness. Used in applications that require a combination of high strength, moderate corrosion resistance and good wear resistance, such as knives, cutting tools, and valve parts. 440C is considered the highest quality among the 440 stainless steels and is often used in high-end knives, bearings and aerospace applications. The steel can be heat treated to achieve different levels of strength and toughness.
440 Stainless Steel

4140 Steel

4140 steel is a low alloy steel that contains chromium, molybdenum, and manganese. It is known for its high strength, toughness and good fatigue resistance. It is a popular choice for use in the manufacturing of tools, dies, and machinery parts, as well as in the oil and gas industry. It can be heat treated to achieve a wide range of mechanical properties, including increased hardness and toughness. 4140 steel is also commonly used in the manufacturing of shafts, gears, and other parts that require high strength and toughness. It can be welded, but post-weld heat treatment is often required to restore the mechanical properties of the steel.
4140 Steel

Making it easier to purchase Metal rod and bar supply

At Wisconsin Metal Tech be believe that the purchase of rod and bar stock should be the easiest part of manufacturing. For that reason, we have implemented several programs to make the process as smooth as silk.

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Could you do better on the purchase of metal materials, parts, or assemblies? Wisconsin Metal Tech’s will provide strategies to help you lower your cost of materials.

  • Material use/cost recommendations for improved yield, machinability, quality, and value
  • Volume discounts

Use our stock/hold-for-release programs to manage your materials, eliminate out-of-stocks and control price volatility…all without the costs of carrying inventory.

  • Specialty products including metric size stainless steel rounds or bearing quality stainless steel
  • Cold drawn and centerless ground bars
  • Straightening of shafts and bars
  • Regional, national, and international shipments

Use our stock/hold-for-release programs to manage your materials, eliminate out-of-stocks and control price volatility…all without the costs of carrying inventory.

  • Drawing, including cold drawn bars in standard and non-standard sizes
  • Turning, including rough-turned or smooth-turned bars in size ranges from ½” to 7” diameter and lengths up to 36’
  • Centerless OD polishing
  • Grinding to improve tolerances and surface finish