SS 316 / 316L Rectangular TubeASTM A554 · ASTM A554 / EN 10219 · Manufacturer, stockist & exporter, India
AISI 316L · UNS S31603
An SS 316 / 316L rectangular tube is rectangular hollow section, made from SS 316 / 316L to ASTM A554 (ornamental) · A312 / A790 for pressure. Rectangular tube is used for frames, supports and architectural work.
- ASTM A554
- ASTM A554 / EN 10219
- EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
- Export packing
Reviewed by the Kanak Steel & Engineering Co. technical team · Updated October 2026
What is an SS 316 / 316L Rectangular Tube?
- What it is
- Rectangular hollow section
- Material
- ASTM A554 (ornamental) · A312 / A790 for pressure
- Dimensions
- ASTM A554 / EN 10219
- Grade
- SS 316 / 316L · UNS S31603
- Best at
- Chloride-bearing process fluids, marine air and pharmaceutical service
SS 316 / 316L Rectangular Tube Specification
| Product | SS 316 / 316L Rectangular Tube |
|---|---|
| Material standard | ASTM A554 (ornamental) · A312 / A790 for pressure |
| Dimensional standard | ASTM A554 / EN 10219 |
| Sizes | OD × wall to order |
| Length | Random, double random or cut lengths |
| Testing | PMI · dimensional · NDT and IGC on request |
| Documents | EN 10204 3.1 · 3.2 with third-party inspection |
When to Choose a Rectangular Tube
Rectangular tube is used for frames, supports and architectural work.
- Rectangular hollow section
- Polished or mill finish
- Cut lengths
SS 316 / 316L Rectangular Tube Chemical Composition
| Element | Weight % |
|---|---|
| Chromium | 16.0 – 18.0 |
| Nickel | 10.0 – 14.0 |
| Molybdenum | 2.00 – 3.00 |
| Carbon | 0.030 max |
| Manganese | 2.00 max |
| Silicon | 0.75 max |
| Nitrogen | 0.10 max |
| Phosphorus | 0.045 max |
SS 316 / 316L Rectangular Tube Mechanical Properties
| Annealed plate & sheet (316L) | Value |
|---|---|
| Tensile strength | 485 MPa · 70 ksi |
| Yield strength 0.2% | 170 MPa · 25 ksi |
| Elongation | 40% |
| Hardness | 217 HB max |
Full chemistry, properties and equivalents are on the SS 316 / 316L grade page.
Standards on this page
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FOB / CIF · Nhava Sheva (JNPT), MumbaiSS 316 / 316L Rectangular Tube — questions buyers ask
Are rectangular tubes structural?
In carbon steel they follow EN 10219 / 10210 for structures; stainless versions are mostly ornamental to ASTM A554.
Which standard covers SS 316 / 316L rectangular tubes?
The material is ASTM A554 (ornamental) · A312 / A790 for pressure; dimensions follow ASTM A554 / EN 10219. Always state both on your purchase order, with the edition if your project specifies one.
What decides the price of a SS 316 / 316L rectangular tube?
The alloy price, the size and dimensions, quantity, and the testing and documents required. Send your list and we quote the same working day.
What documents do you supply?
EN 10204 3.1 mill certificates as standard, 3.2 with third-party inspection on request, plus dimensional and PMI reports.
Sources: the ASTM / ASME specifications named on this page and producer datasheets · Last updated October 2026