Operating from the heart of Addis Ababa, Tariku Metals is a proud, homegrown supplier dedicated to meeting Ethiopia’s most demanding industrial needs. We specialize in providing high-performance materials like the SMO 254 Hex Bar and Rod, offering our clients not just a product, but a reliable partnership built on quality and local expertise. Our commitment is to empower local industries with world-class materials that deliver unmatched durability and corrosion resistance, supporting the growth and resilience of our nation’s key sectors.
The SMO 254 alloy is a super-austenitic stainless steel renowned for its exceptional strength. Its carefully balanced composition, rich with chromium, nickel, and molybdenum and fortified with nitrogen, gives it remarkable resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion. This combination delivers mechanical properties that far exceed those of standard stainless steels, making it exceptionally tough and durable even under high stress, ensuring long-lasting performance in the most challenging environments.
Standards : ASTM A276, A279, A479
Grade : SMO 254, UNS No. S31254
Diameter : 5mm~ 500 mm
Size : 1/2″ to 100″
Length : 100 mm to 6000 mm
Form : Hex, Square, Hex (A/F) Bush, Rectangle, Flat
Finish : Bright, Black, Polish
| Standard | SMO 254 |
| UNS | S31254 |
| WERKSTOFF NR. | 1.4547 |
| AFNOR | Z1 CNDU 20.18.06Az |
| SIS | 2378 |
| GOST | – |
| BS | – 254 |
| OR | – |
| EN | X1CrNiMoCuN20-18-7 |
| Diameter, mm | Tolerances, mm |
| 20-35 | -0/+0.15 |
| 40-45 | -0/+0.16 |
| 50-70 | -0/+0.19 |
| 75-95 | -0/+1.00 |
| 100-250 | -0/+1.50 |
Yes, SMO 254 Hex Bar and Rod can be welded. It requires careful welding techniques, using appropriate filler materials and maintaining proper heat control to preserve its corrosion resistance and strength.
SMO 254 Hex Bar and Rod should be stored in a dry, clean environment, protected from moisture, chemicals, and extreme temperatures. Use proper supports to prevent deformation and corrosion.
Yes, SMO 254 Hex Bar and Rod can be recycled. As a high-grade stainless steel, it retains its properties after recycling, making it an environmentally friendly option for reuse in manufacturing.
Thanks to its superior properties, the SMO 254 Hex Bar and Rod are indispensable in fields where failure is not an option. You will find them expertly crafted into critical components for chemical processing equipment, pumps, and valves handling aggressive media. They are also vital in pollution control systems, offshore and marine applications, and pharmaceutical plants where absolute purity and corrosion resistance are paramount. This material is the trusted choice for engineers who need to build for longevity and reliability.






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