Stainless Steel Abstract Metal Sculpture with Water Fountain
Stainless steel abstract water fountain sculpture fabricated to order from AISI 201, 304 or 316. Wall thickness runs from 1 mm to 4 mm, and size is customised to the design, so a single form can sit in a pond, on a water feature, or as part of a grouped waterscape. The shell is watertight, machine polished to a reflective surface, and drilled with a funnel shaped top opening and a bottom hole for the water flow tube.
Key Benefits
- Watertight stainless shell can sit on water or be fixed without a painted coating
- Mirror polished surface reflects light and nearby planting without a painted finish
- AISI 316 option suits coastal cities and acid rain areas
- Wall thickness from 1 mm to 4 mm lets weight follow the design
- Custom size avoids cutting and welding a standard form on site
- Shop drawings give foundation and underground dimensions before installation
Problems It Solves
- Painted steel forms rust at seams and need coating before the next season
- Standard balls do not match a designed water feature shape
- Site drilling and plumbing on a polished surface damages the finish
- Coastal and acid rain locations corrode lower grade stainless quickly
- Large sculptures arrive without foundation dimensions, delaying civil works
Application Scenarios
Garden ponds and water features where a reflective form sits at the waterline
Hotel courtyards and atriums needing a polished focal piece with moving water
Public art sites where a stainless form resists weather and cleaning cycles
Landscape schemes combining several custom sizes into one water feature group
Interior or exterior displays where the sculpture can float or be fixed
Architectural projects specifying 316 for coastal or acid rain conditions
Who It Is For
- Landscape architects specifying a reflective water feature for a pond or court
- Public art commissioners needing custom stainless forms with local installation support
- Hotel and interior designers choosing polished sculptures for lobbies and courtyards
- Water feature contractors who need a sealed stainless shell ready to plumb
- Property developers and campus planners specifying durable outdoor art
Technical Features
- Hollow stainless shell fabricated from AISI 201, 304 or 316
- Wall thickness available from 1 mm to 4 mm
- Funnel shaped top opening and bottom hole for water tube
- Weld seams are ground back before final polishing
- Machine polished to a reflective silver surface on the finished sculpture
- Shop drawings supplied for foundation and underground preparation
Specifications and Materials
| Material | AISI 201, AISI 304, AISI 316 stainless steel |
|---|---|
| Size | Custom size |
| Wall Thickness | 1 mm to 4 mm |
| Typical Wall Thickness | 2 mm |
| Finish | Machine polished, mirror polished |
| Water Feature Detail | Funnel shaped top opening and bottom hole for water flow tube |
| Buoyancy | Watertight shell can float on water |
| Lead Time | 15 to 30 days after deposit received |
| Packing | Wooden stands or cases |
| Payment Terms | T/T, 50% deposit and 50% balance before shipping |
| Installation | Customer prepares foundation and underground; shop drawings supplied |
| Size Range | Customised to any size |
| Standard Finish | Mirror polished |
| Place of Origin | Shenzhen, China |
Materials
- AISI 304 stainless steel, the default for indoor and general outdoor use
- AISI 316 stainless steel, specified for coastal cities and acid rain areas
- AISI 201 stainless steel, listed as an available material grade for this sculpture
Customization
- Any size can be customised for the intended site
- Wall thickness can be selected from 1 mm to 4 mm
- Material can be AISI 201, 304 or 316
- Top funnel opening and bottom water tube hole can be positioned to the design
- Finish can be machine polished to a reflective silver surface
- Shop drawings can include foundation and underground dimensions
How It Is Made
- Step 1Custom size and wall thickness are set from the approved design
- Step 2Stainless shell is formed and welded into the abstract water feature shape
- Step 3Funnel shaped opening is made at the top of the sculpture
- Step 4Bottom hole is drilled for the water flow tube inside
- Step 5Water flow tube is welded inside the drilled bottom hole
- Step 6Weld seams are ground back before final polishing
- Step 7Surface is machine polished to a reflective silver finish
- Step 8Shop drawings are issued for foundation and underground preparation
Quality Control and Use
Quality Control
- Weld seams are ground off before mirror polishing
- Top funnel opening and bottom hole are made for the water flow tube
- Wall thickness is 1 mm to 4 mm
- The watertight shell is able to float on water
- Shop drawings are supplied for foundation and underground preparation
Use Guide
- Give size, wall thickness, material grade and water connection details early
- Specify 316 for coastal cities and acid rain areas
- Send foundation and underground dimensions before shop drawings are prepared
- Do not drill a polished shell on site; use the supplied holes
- Check the water tube connection before the sculpture is fixed in place
- Pack and ship in wooden stands or cases for protection
Compared With The Alternatives
| Alternative | How this product compares |
|---|---|
| Painted mild steel water features | No painted coating to maintain, but fabrication is custom rather than off the shelf |
| Solid cast forms | Hollow shell is lighter for the same size, but it still needs a proper foundation |
| Standard stainless balls | Abstract shape fits a designed waterscape, but it needs custom forming and polishing |
| 304 only | 316 gives better corrosion resistance for coastal or acid rain sites, but the order must specify the grade |
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Questions About Stainless Steel Abstract Metal Sculpture with Water Fountain
What size can the water fountain sculpture be made?
Size is customised to the approved design rather than a fixed catalogue range.
What wall thickness is available for this sculpture?
Wall thickness runs from 1 mm to 4 mm, with 2 mm shown as a typical value.
Should I choose 304 or 316 stainless steel?
Use 304 for indoor and general outdoor work, and 316 for coastal or acid rain sites.
How does the water tube connect to the sculpture?
A funnel shaped top opening is made, then a bottom hole is drilled for the water flow tube.
What are the payment terms and lead time?
Payment is T/T with 50% deposit and 50% balance before shipping, then 15 to 30 days.
How is the sculpture packed and installed on site?
Packing uses wooden stands or cases, and the customer prepares foundation and underground work from shop drawings.
Can the sculpture float on a water feature?
It is watertight, so it can float on water, but plumbing and fixing should follow the drawing.
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