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Stainless Steel Hexagonal Wire

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

Profile: Hexagonal / Six-Sided Section
Material: Stainless Steel
Common Grades: 304 / 316 / 316L / Other Agreed Grades
Primary Dimension: Across Flats (AF)
Supply Form: Coil / Spool / Straight Length / Cut Length
Surface: Bright / Smooth / Polished / As Produced
Processing: Cold Drawing / Profile Forming / Straightening / Cutting
Customization: AF Size / Corner Radius / Tolerance / Surface / Length
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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.

AF Size
Custom across-flats dimensions
Corner Control
Sharp or controlled-radius corners
Precision Tolerance
Dimensions according to drawing

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.

Stainless Steel Wire / Rod → Cold Drawing / Profile Forming → Hex Sizing → Straightening → Surface Finishing → Inspection → Packaging

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

Fasteners
Small nuts and formed fastening components
Precision Machining
Small machined hexagonal components
Pins & Shafts
Locating and drive components
Mechanical Assemblies
Anti-rotation and locating parts
Precision Equipment
Controlled-section stainless components
Custom Fabrication
Drawing-based specialty components

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?

It is stainless steel wire drawn or formed to a six-sided cross section, normally specified by its across-flats dimension.

Q How is hexagonal wire size specified?

The primary size is normally the distance across two opposite flat faces. Across-corners dimension, corner radius and tolerance can also be specified when important to the finished component.

Q Can hex wire be supplied in coils?

Yes. Depending on section size and production feasibility, stainless steel hexagonal wire can be supplied in coils, spools, straight lengths or cut lengths.

Q What is the difference between hex wire and hex bar?

Hexagonal wire generally refers to smaller precision sections that may be supplied in coils or straight lengths, while hexagonal bar is typically supplied as larger straight solid sections for machining.

Q Can custom tolerances be supplied?

Yes. Across-flats tolerance, corner condition, straightness and other critical dimensions can be reviewed according to customer drawings and production feasibility.

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.

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