ASTM A213 TP316L Stainless Steel Heat Exchanger Tube
Specification of SA213 Tp316L Seamless Tubes
| Specification | ASTM A213 TP316L Tubes / ASME SA213 TP316L Tube |
| Thickness Range | SCH 40, SCH XXS, SCH 5, SCH XS, SCH 10, SCH 160, SCH XXH, SCH 80S, SCH 80 |
| Standard | GB, JIS, DIN, ASTM, AISI, EN, SUS |
| Surface Finish | 400G, 500G, BA, 2B, No.1, No.8, No.4, No.3, 8K, 2D, 1D, 600G or 800G Mirror finish Tubing, |
| Shapes | Straight, Hydraulic, Round, Rectangular, Honed Tubes, Square, U Shape, Coiled, Pan Cake Coils |
| Manufacturing Type | CDS / CDW / DOM / Welded / abricated / Seamless / ERW / CEW / 100% X Ray Welded |
| Technique | Cold rolled, Cold drawn, Extrusion, Hot rolled Tube |
| Delivery Condition | Polished, MF, Annealed and Pickled (AP), Cold Drawn, Bright Annealed (BA) |
| End | Plain End, Treaded, Beveled End |
ASTM A213 TP316L Stainless Steel round pipe Chemical Composition
| SS GRADE | ASTM A213 CHEMICAL COMPOSITION % MAXIMUM | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | MN | P | S | SI | CR | NI | MO | |
| TP316 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 1.00 | 16.0-18.0 | 10.0-14.0 | 2.00-3.00 |
| TP316L | 0.035 D | 2.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 1.00 | 16.0-18.0 | 10.0-15.0 | 2.00-3.00 |
ASTM A213 Tubes Mechanical Properties
| SS GRADE | HEAT TREATMENT | TEMPERURE F (C) MINIMUM | HARDNESS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRINELL | ROCKWELL | |||
| TP316 | Solution | 1900(1040) | 192HBW/ 200HV | 90HRB |
| TP316L | Solution | 1900(1040) | 192HBW/ 200HV | 90HRB |
Comparison of ASTM A213 TP316L with other Common Materials
1.vs. 304/304L: The 304/304L series contains no molybdenum and is significantly less resistant to chloride corrosion than 316/316L. Therefore, 304 is a more economical choice for less corrosive environments.
2.vs. 316: The key difference between 316L and 316 lies in its carbon content. If equipment requires extensive welding or undergoes heat treatment during manufacturing, 316L is essential to avoid intergranular corrosion, while standard 316 can be used for simpler components that don't require welding.
3.vs. 317L: 317L has a higher molybdenum content (3-4%) than 316L, resulting in greater resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion than 316L, making it suitable for more demanding environments. However, it also comes at a higher cost.
ASTM A213 TP316L Stainless Steel Seamless Tube Application
Boilers and Pressure Vessels: Superheaters, reheaters, and heat exchanger tubes for power plant boilers.
Petrochemical Industry: Used in the manufacture of tubes, reactors, and heat exchange tubes in highly corrosive environments, such as those exposed to chloride-containing media and acidic gases.
Liquefied Natural Gas: Used in low-temperature heat exchangers and piping systems.
316L Stainless Steel Tube Price List (Per Kg and Per Meter)
| Product Type | Outside Diameter (OD) | Wall Thickness (mm) | Type | Finish | Price (USD / Kg) | Approx. Price (USD / Meter) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASTM A312 TP316L Seamless Tube | 6mm – 25mm | 1.0 – 2.0 | Seamless | Bright Annealed (BA) | 6.20 – 6.80 | 7.50 – 10.00 |
| ASTM A312 TP316L Seamless Tube | 25mm – 50mm | 2.0 – 3.0 | Seamless | Pickled / Annealed | 5.90 – 6.50 | 12.00 – 15.50 |
| ASTM A312 TP316L Welded Tube | 25mm – 50mm | 1.5 – 2.0 | Welded | 2B / No.4 | 4.20 – 5.10 | 8.00 – 12.00 |
| ASTM A249 TP316L Welded Tube | 50mm – 100mm | 2.0 – 4.0 | Welded | 2B | 4.00 – 4.80 | 14.00 – 18.50 |
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