Stainless steel round pipe 70x2.0 mm AISI 304 (600 GRIT) — is an ultra-high-strength, reinforced, and aesthetically flawless element of structural metal products with a hollow round cross-section. The product has a precise outer diameter of 70 mm and an increased wall thickness of 2.0 mm, providing an inner through diameter of 66 mm. Due to its thick-walled geometry, this profile possesses colossal resistance to bending, torsion, and fracture, perfectly withstanding severe static and dynamic mechanical loads, making it a priority choice for heavy-duty and critical structures. The profile is manufactured using automatic TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding technology in an inert gas environment, which guarantees 100% monolithicity and absolute density of the welded joint with a weld seam efficiency factor equal to one. The seam is located inside the product, and the outer surface of the bar undergoes premium multi-stage processing with ultra-fine abrasives to achieve the highest roughness class of 600 GRIT. It acquires a flawless mirror shine (chrome effect) that does not fade under the influence of atmospheric factors, prevents the retention of dirt and microorganisms, and is as simple to maintain and sanitize as possible. The pipe is supplied in standard bars with a length of 6 m.
Material of Manufacture and Standards
This round profile is manufactured from high-quality austenitic food-grade stainless steel grade AISI 304 (well-known domestic analogue is 08X18H10, European standard is EN 1.4301). Due to its high content of chromium (18%) and nickel (10%), this alloy is completely non-magnetic, possesses exceptional resistance to oxidation and intergranular corrosion, high ductility, impact toughness, and is perfectly weldable. AISI 304 stainless steel excellently resists long-term exposure to fresh and salt water, ultraviolet light, and chemically moderate environments, guaranteeing a multi-year service life for structures. Production of the rolled products is strictly regulated by leading international engineering standards ASTM A-554 (USA) for structural pipes and EN 10296-2 (Europe), which guarantees perfect geometric roundness and wall thickness stability along the entire length of the bar. The country of origin of this series is Vietnam.
Scope of Application and Purpose
Due to the combination of premium mirror polishing of 600 GRIT, fundamental corrosion resistance of AISI 304 steel, and a reinforced 2.0 mm wall, this stainless steel pipe is an optimal solution for objects that require maximum mechanical reliability combined with aggressive external and high-humidity influences.
Heavy Automotive Structural Body Kits: the thickened 2.0 mm wall combined with the strength of AISI 304 makes this mirror profile a standard for the production of protective elements for SUVs, crossovers, minivans, and pickup trucks (bull bars, reinforced side steps, protective bars, and front bumper guards) that contact aggressive road reagents daily during the winter period.
High-Load Outdoor Architectural Forms: manufacturing of reliable, resistant to strong wind gusts and mechanical impact flagpoles, large flag holders, masts, outdoor brackets, decorative banner stands, as well as road fences, railings, and handrails outdoors.
Urban Security, Recreation Areas, and Water Transport: manufacturing of durable anti-vandal outdoor road bumpers, sidewalk and anti-parking bollards, parking restrictors, removable parking barriers, and urban traffic separation systems. Due to its fundamental moisture resistance, the pipe is ideal for use in coastal areas, swimming pools, saunas, bathrooms, restrooms, as well as in shipbuilding (elements of water transport and yacht decor).
Recommended Environment: outdoor operation under any atmospheric conditions, coastal and wet marine zones, water parks, swimming pools, commercial facilities with high humidity, mechanical engineering, the transport sector, equipment, as well as auxiliary structures at food industry and restaurant business enterprises.
Technical and Operational Limitations:
• Structural Purpose: the product belongs to the category of structural stainless steel products (standard ASTM A-554). Due to the specific nature of the structural TIG weld seam type, this pipe, despite its 2.0 mm thickness, is categorically forbidden to be used as a high-pressure main pipeline in pressure engineering networks.
• Chemical and Corrosion Mode: despite the high resistance of the AISI 304 grade, it is not recommended for use in highly aggressive chemical environments (concentrated industrial acids, high-concentration alkalis, or specific saline solutions).
• Thermal Loads: the profile demonstrates exceptional stability under critical thermal loads and high resistance to temperature drops. The maximum continuous operating temperature is +600°C, maximum short-term heating (peak) is allowed up to +850°C, and the minimum operating temperature reaches extreme -196°C.
Technical Recommendations for Mirror Surface Care
Recommended Cleaning Methods:
To preserve the original chromed shine of the 600 GRIT coating, mild soapy solutions or specialized disinfectants without free chlorine should be used. Cleaning is performed exclusively with a soft cloth (microfiber) or a soft foam sponge, which effectively remove dust, dirt, and fingerprints.
Prohibited Care Products:
It is categorically forbidden to use cleaning agents based on chlorine, active mineral acids, as well as any abrasive powders, stiff metal brushes, or scourers. Abrasives leave micro-scratches on the gloss, which irreversibly destroys the mirror effect and can trigger pitting corrosion of the metal's outer layer.
The products are delivered in perfect commercial condition (new). Each bar is supplied in a protective polymer film, which completely guarantees the preservation of the mirror surface against scuffs, scratches, and accidental damage during logistics, loading and unloading operations, and installation.
The Ukirs company is your reliable and proven supplier of quality stainless steel products. We offer to buy stainless steel round pipe 70x2.0 mm premium grade AISI 304 at the most favorable and competitive price on the market, both wholesale and retail with a minimum order quantity starting from 3 meters. It is a universal, maximally durable, and aesthetically attractive material that fully justifies investments due to its high anti-corrosion and enhanced mechanical characteristics. If necessary, for the convenience of transportation and cheaper logistics, professional cutting of the bar into smaller segments is performed. We guarantee full compliance of the products with international TIG / ASTM A-554 standards and ensure prompt delivery by verified transport services throughout Kyiv and the entire territory of Ukraine.