Stainless Steel 15-5PH Round Bars

Stainless Steel 15-5PH Round Bars Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter in Mumbai, India

Stainless Steel 15-5PH Round Bars Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter in Mumbai, India

Virami Steel Hub is a leading manufacturer, supplier, stockist, and exporter of premium quality Stainless Steel 15-5PH Round Bars in Mumbai, India. We supply SS 15-5PH round bars across India and export globally to the USA, Canada, Europe, Russia, Middle East, Australia, and Southeast Asia. Our materials are manufactured as per international quality standards and undergo stringent inspection procedures to ensure superior strength, corrosion resistance, and dimensional accuracy.

Stainless Steel 15-5PH Round Bars are widely used in aerospace, petrochemical, nuclear, marine, defense, and high-pressure industrial applications due to their excellent combination of high strength, toughness, and corrosion resistance.

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What is Stainless Steel 15-5PH Round Bar?

Stainless Steel 15-5PH (UNS S15500) is a martensitic precipitation-hardening stainless steel. It is an improved version of 17-4PH stainless steel with enhanced toughness and transverse mechanical properties. The alloy achieves high strength through a heat treatment process known as precipitation hardening (aging).

The name 15-5PH represents:

  • Approximately 15% Chromium
  • Approximately 5% Nickel
  • PH = Precipitation Hardening

SS 15-5PH Round Bars are solid cylindrical bars used for machining high-strength components such as shafts, fasteners, valve parts, and structural aerospace components.


Key Features of SS 15-5PH Round Bars

  • Very high tensile and yield strength
  • Excellent toughness
  • Good corrosion resistance
  • Superior transverse mechanical properties
  • Excellent fatigue strength
  • Good resistance to stress corrosion cracking
  • Heat treatable for customized mechanical properties
  • Good weldability compared to other martensitic grades

Role of Major Alloying Elements

  • Chromium provides corrosion resistance.
  • Nickel improves toughness and ductility.
  • Copper plays a key role in precipitation hardening.
  • Niobium enhances strength and stability during heat treatment.

Mechanical Properties of SS 15-5PH Round Bars

Mechanical properties vary depending on aging condition (H900, H1025, H1075, H1150).

Typical Mechanical Properties (H900 Condition - Maximum Strength)

  • Tensile Strength: 1310 - 1450 MPa
  • Yield Strength: 1170 - 1310 MPa
  • Elongation: 10 - 15%
  • Hardness: 38 - 44 HRC

Typical Mechanical Properties (H1150 Condition - Improved Toughness)

  • Tensile Strength: 930 - 1070 MPa
  • Yield Strength: 725 - 860 MPa
  • Elongation: 16 - 20%
  • Hardness: 28 - 32 HRC

Physical Properties of Stainless Steel 15-5PH

  • Density: 7.75 g/cm³
  • Modulus of Elasticity: 196 GPa
  • Melting Range: 1400 - 1440°C
  • Thermal Conductivity: 18.3 W/m·K
  • Electrical Resistivity: 800 nΩ·m
  • Magnetic: Yes (Martensitic Structure)

Heat Treatment of SS 15-5PH Round Bars

One of the key advantages of 15-5PH is its precipitation hardening capability.

Step 1: Solution Annealing

  • Heated to approximately 1038°C and air cooled.

Step 2: Aging (Precipitation Hardening)

Aging temperatures include:

  • H900 (482°C) - Highest strength
  • H1025 (552°C) - Balanced strength
  • H1075 (580°C) - Improved toughness
  • H1150 (620°C) - Maximum toughness

Corrosion Resistance of SS 15-5PH Round Bars

SS 15-5PH offers:

  • Good resistance to atmospheric corrosion
  • Better corrosion resistance than 410 and 420 grades
  • Resistance to stress corrosion cracking
  • Moderate resistance to marine environments

Although not as corrosion resistant as 316 stainless steel, it performs very well in aerospace and industrial environments.


Machinability of Stainless Steel 15-5PH

Machinability is good in solution-treated condition and becomes more difficult after aging.

Machining Recommendations:

  • Machine before final aging
  • Use carbide tools
  • Apply sufficient coolant
  • Avoid excessive cutting speeds

Precipitation hardening should be performed after machining for best dimensional control.


Weldability of SS 15-5PH Round Bars

SS 15-5PH can be welded using:

  • TIG (GTAW)
  • MIG (GMAW)
  • Shielded Metal Arc Welding

Welding is typically performed in solution-treated condition. Post-weld aging is recommended to restore mechanical properties.


Available Sizes & Specifications

We supply SS 15-5PH Round Bars in:

Standards:

  • ASTM A564
  • AMS 5659
  • AMS 5862
  • UNS S15500

Size Range:

  • Diameter: 6 mm to 300 mm
  • Length: 3 m, 6 m, or custom cut lengths
  • Tolerances: As per ASTM / UNS

Surface Finish:

  • Black
  • Bright
  • Polished
  • Centerless Ground

Applications of Stainless Steel 15-5PH Round Bars

Due to high strength and reliability, SS 15-5PH is used in:

Aerospace Industry

  • Aircraft structural components
  • Landing gear parts
  • Engine shafts
  • Actuator components
  • Fasteners

Oil & Gas Industry

  • High-pressure valves
  • Pump shafts
  • Fasteners
  • Pressure fittings

Marine Industry

  • Structural fittings
  • Offshore equipment components

Nuclear & Power Plants

  • High-strength bolts
  • Turbine components

Industrial & Engineering

  • Injection molding tools
  • Mechanical shafts
  • High-strength couplings

Advantages of Stainless Steel 15-5PH Round Bars

  • High strength-to-weight ratio
  • Excellent toughness
  • Good corrosion resistance
  • Superior fatigue strength
  • Heat treatable for custom properties
  • Reliable performance in demanding applications
  • Long service life

Quality Testing & Inspection

All SS 15-5PH Round Bars undergo:

  • Chemical Composition Testing
  • Mechanical Testing
  • Hardness Testing
  • Ultrasonic Testing
  • PMI Testing
  • Dimensional Inspection

Mill Test Certificates (MTC) are provided as per ASTM/AMS standards.Third-party inspection is available upon request.

Why Choose Virami Steel Hub for SS 15-5PH Round Bars?

  • Trusted stainless steel manufacturer in Mumbai
  • Aerospace-grade material supply
  • Competitive global pricing
  • Custom heat treatment conditions available
  • Strict quality assurance
  • Fast delivery
  • Experience in supplying to aerospace & defense industries

Conclusion

Stainless Steel 15-5PH Round Bars are high-performance precipitation-hardening stainless steel products offering excellent strength, toughness, and corrosion resistance. With customizable heat treatment conditions, SS 15-5PH provides flexibility in achieving specific mechanical properties required in aerospace, oil & gas, marine, and industrial applications.

Virami Steel Hub supplies premium-quality SS 15-5PH Round Bars with certified testing, competitive pricing, and reliable global delivery. We are committed to delivering high-strength stainless steel solutions that meet the most demanding industrial standards.

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