Polished Stainless Steel Tubing

One of the most common forms of polished stainless steel, tubing is used across a variety of industries. Depending on the finish, stainless steel tubing may be seen as a decorative element (in mirror polished form) or as a critical component of mechanical, industrial, or electrical systems.

At Polished Metals, we supply high volumes of mirror and satin polished stainless steel tubing in a wide variety of shapes, including square, rectangular, and cylindrical. As with all of our stainless steel finishing, we can process several varieties of this metal as tubing, including 304 and 316 stainless steel alloys.

polished stainless steel tubing in an assortment of shapes

Polished Stainless Steel Tubing for All Industries

As tubing, stainless steel is commonly found across many industries. Due to stainless steel’s resistance to corrosion and ease of sanitization, it is commonly seen in highly sterile environments. Both mirror and satin polished stainless steel tubing are used in the medical and pharmaceutical industries, brewing and food production, plumbing, and even for electrical systems to name just a handful of applications.

In addition to its more utilitarian use cases, stainless steel is also popular as a decorative metal. Polished stainless steel tubing may be seen as an accent for building exteriors, as railings, or even used in decorative sculptures and other artwork.

A Wide Variety of Shapes and Alloys

Thanks to our 50,000 square foot facility, we’re able to accommodate specific and high-volume orders completely in-house. We work with stainless steel tubing in a variety of forms, including the following shapes:

Round/Cylindrical
Oval/Elliptical
Square
Rectangular
…and more!

We also work with most stainless steel alloys. While 304, 316, and other 300-series stainless steel varieties are the most common for polished tubing, we have the skill and ability to complete finishing projects for other alloys as well.

304 Stainless Steel

This austenitic alloy contains 18% chromium and 8% nickel. It is one of the most widely used alloys because it offers good corrosion resistance and has excellent forming characteristics. As tubing, polished 304 stainless steel has many uses, including for elevators, appliances, sculptures, furniture, storefronts, entrances, railings, interiors, automotive, solar, refrigeration, and truck parts & accessories.

316 Stainless Steel

Also an austenitic alloy, 316 stainless steel contains 16% chromium, 10% nickel, and 2% molybdenum. The combination of higher nickel content and the addition of molybdenum make this much more corrosion resistant than 304. While polished 316 stainless steel tubing may be used in the same situations as 304, it is more common for situations where contact with seawater or brine solutions will be expected, such as for exteriors (particularly in marine environments), marine hardware, and within the pharmaceutical industry.

What’s the Difference Between Stainless Steel Pipes and Stainless Steel Tubing?

The primary difference between stainless steel pipes and tubing is that piping is always round, while tubing may come in a variety of shapes, including square, rectangular, and elliptical. This is due to the different usages of pipes and tubes, respectively. In addition, pipes may be larger in diameter than tubing, which is more commonly used for applications that require smaller dimensions.

Reach Out to Polished Metals Today!

Polished Metals is known throughout the world for our best-in-class metal finishing services. Our expansive inventory of metal types, the quality and consistency of our finishes, and the level of customer service from order to delivery is unsurpassed in the industry.

You know you are working with the best when you work with the Polished Metals team. If you have questions about a particular metal type, product availability, or metal finish, please reach out to us.

Testimonials

“Plain and simple, we could not do what we do nearly as well without the consistent quality and support that we get from the entire team at Polished Metals Ltd. Your metal is top-notch, and the service that we get from David and Mary is even better! Our team has always enjoyed working with you guys, and we look forward to continuing our relationship for years to come.”
Architecture and Design

“I have worked with Polished Metals periodically throughout my 18 year carrier in the custom metal fabrication industry. They have been a consistent, reliable vendor for me both in regards to informational needs and as a product supplier. Quotes are often required to be turned around by me very quickly and Bob Gunther at Polished Metals sends me pricing and lead-times extremely fast. Our product arrives when we are told it will and if there are any delays (which does not happen often) we are informed ahead of time, which is appreciated. Product arrives undamaged and is of good quality 99% of the time and when there is an issue with damage or defects Polished Metals responds quickly and makes things right quickly. I highly suggest using Polished Metals for your quality metal needs.”
Architecture and Design

“Mary, It has been a pleasure working with you over several years. A fabricator is only as good as his suppliers, that is why we worked with you. You are one of the best in the industry.”
Architecture and Design

“When it comes to metal companies there are loads of companies that talk a good game, but Jay Isherwood from Polished Metals helps you make it happen. Polished Metals has offered us a great service with unparalleled consistency and amazing quality control. He has given us the confidence we needed to make an accurate timetable with our clients and each time, delivered as promised. Looking forward to the next project and working together again, thank you.”
Architecture and Design

“Our company produces and installs complex high-end projects in New York City. Procuring the materials for projects like the Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards can be extremely involved. Polished Metals exceeded our requirements for all our architectural metal needs on this and many other demanding NYC projects. Over the years they have provided everything from raw material to complex fabricated components for our installations. The key to our relationship has been outstanding communication and trust. As anyone in the construction industry knows things can change in an instant, how a company responds to those changes is critical. Mary and the whole team at Polished Metals have shown that they not only respond but have come through for us time and again.”
Architecture and Design

“Working with Polished Metals is always a pleasurable and exceptionally professional experience. Their range of capability is nearly limitless and in the fabrication industry they are extremely helpful in making sure a top quality product is delivered every single time. The sales team is nothing short of professional, they are very knowledgeable of the industry and they deliver top shelf service every time. Material range is everything we could need and they are surely a top choice when it comes to purchasing material for a project, large or small. If you want a top quality product and an enjoyable experience in receiving it, choose Polished Metals!”
Architecture and Design

“Polished Metals has been a Preferred Vendor of ours for over a decade. Our corporate philosophy dictates that we have Alternate or Secondary Supplier for all product, with the exception of #8 Mirror Polished Stainless Steel. We’ve tried to qualify other suppliers to no avail, as none of them can compete in any of the critical categories. The Customer Support provided by Bob Gunther cannot be replicated, pricing is fair, delivery is always on-time and quality is fantastic. As the Corporate Purchasing Manager for the last 7 years, not once have I had a negative experience with Polished Metals. I can’t say enough good things about them.”
Architecture and Design

Polished Stainless Steel Tubing