Stainless Steel Hexagonal Wire
Short Description:
Stainless Steel Hexagonal Wire is a precision-shaped stainless steel wire with a six-sided cross section for fasteners, pins, shafts, precision components, mechanical assemblies and custom industrial applications. SAKY STEEL supplies hexagonal wire in 304, 316, 316L and other stainless steel grades with customized across-flats size, corner condition, tolerance, surface finish and coil or straight-length delivery.
Stainless Steel Hexagonal Wire Overview
Stainless Steel Hexagonal Wire is a precision-shaped stainless steel wire with a six-sided cross section. It is commonly used where controlled flats, repeatable geometry and compact section size are required for machining, fastening, locating and mechanical assembly.
SAKY STEEL supplies hexagonal stainless steel wire in 304, 316, 316L and other agreed stainless steel grades. Across-flats size, corner condition, dimensional tolerance, surface finish and delivery form can be customized according to customer drawings and application requirements.
Hexagonal Wire Quick Information
Hexagonal Wire Dimensions
Hexagonal wire is normally specified by the distance across opposite flat faces. For precision applications, corner condition, across-corners dimension and dimensional tolerance should also be defined.
| Profile Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| Across Flats (AF) | Distance between two opposite flat surfaces |
| Across Corners | Maximum dimension measured across opposite corners |
| Corner Condition | Sharp, slightly rounded or specified radius according to drawing |
| Straightness | Controlled when supplied in straight-length form |
| Length / Coil | Coil, spool, straight length or cut length according to feasibility |
| Tolerance | Critical dimensions controlled according to customer requirement |
Hexagonal Wire vs Hexagonal Bar
| Feature | Hexagonal Wire | Hexagonal Bar |
|---|---|---|
| Typical Section Size | Small to medium precision sections | Generally larger solid sections |
| Supply Form | Coil, spool or straight length | Primarily straight bar |
| Typical Processing | Cold drawing and precision profile forming | Drawing, rolling, peeling or machining |
| Typical Use | Precision components, fasteners and formed parts | Machined components and larger structural parts |
Custom Stainless Steel Hexagonal Wire
Hexagonal profile wire can be produced to match specific component and downstream machining requirements. Critical dimensions are reviewed according to material grade, AF size, corner condition and required tolerance.
304 vs 316 Stainless Steel Hexagonal Wire
| Grade | Main Characteristic | Typical Selection |
|---|---|---|
| 304 | Good general corrosion resistance and practical forming performance | General fasteners, mechanical parts and precision industrial components |
| 316 / 316L | Improved corrosion resistance in chloride-containing environments | Marine, chemical, wet-service and more corrosive applications |
Hexagonal Wire Manufacturing
The production route depends on stainless steel grade, starting wire size, required AF dimension, dimensional tolerance, surface condition and final delivery form.
Process control focuses on maintaining consistent flat-to-flat dimensions, corner geometry and surface condition along the finished wire.
Inspection & Quality Control
| Inspection Item | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Material Verification | Confirm stainless steel grade and material traceability |
| Across Flats | Verify the primary hexagonal section dimension |
| Across Corners | Check maximum cross-sectional size where required |
| Corner Geometry | Check corner shape or specified radius |
| Straightness | Checked for straight-length material |
| Surface Inspection | Check scratches, drawing marks and visible defects |
| Documentation | MTC and agreed dimensional inspection records |
Applications of Stainless Steel Hexagonal Wire
Stainless Steel Hexagonal Wire Packaging
Packaging is selected according to AF size, delivery form, surface condition, unit weight and transportation requirements.
Hexagonal wire can be packed in coils, spools, straight-length bundles or export cases according to section size and shipment requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q What is stainless steel hexagonal wire?
Q How is hexagonal wire size specified?
Q Can hex wire be supplied in coils?
Q What is the difference between hex wire and hex bar?
Q Can custom tolerances be supplied?
Request a Stainless Steel Hexagonal Wire Quote
Send your stainless steel grade, across-flats size, tolerance, corner requirement, delivery form and quantity. SAKY STEEL will review the hexagonal wire requirements before confirming the offer.
