We are top renown manufacturers & stockholders & exporters of Stainless steel (SS) seamless tubes play a critical role in various industries, thanks to their impressive strength, durability, and corrosion resistance. Among the many grades available, Grade 316L stands out, particularly for environments where corrosion resistance is paramount. In this article, we’ll take a close look at the specific use of Grade 316L SS seamless tubes with a diameter of 12.7 mm and a thickness of 0.9 mm, and how they meet the rigorous demands of industrial applications.
Stainless steel comes in several grades, each suited for different applications. Grade 316L, a low-carbon variant of 316, is particularly prized for its superior corrosion resistance, especially in environments exposed to chlorides, acids, and high temperatures.
Seamless tubes are produced without a welded seam, making them more robust and reliable under pressure. The manufacturing process involves extruding the steel into a tube shape, creating a product that is stronger and more durable than its welded counterpart.
Tube thickness plays a crucial role in determining the strength, flexibility, and weight of the tube. At 0.9 mm thickness, the tube offers a balance between flexibility and strength. Thinner walls (like 0.9 mm) are typically used in applications where the tubing needs to be lightweight yet durable, such as in laboratory equipment, HVAC systems, and lightweight industrial frameworks.
A thickness of 0.9 mm ensures the tube is lightweight yet strong, offering excellent pressure-handling capability. Thinner tubes are easier to handle and install but still provide the necessary structural integrity.
A 12.7 mm diameter offers an ideal balance between strength and flexibility. This size is often chosen for applications where fluid transport is critical, such as in pipelines for oil, gas, or chemicals.
| Stainless Steel Tubes Dimension – (S.S. Tubes) | ||||||||||||
| Wall thickness in mm. | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.7 | 0.8 | 1 | 1.2 | 1.6 | 2 | 2.6 | 3 | 3.2 | 3.6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| O.D. in mm. | Weight in kg/meter | |||||||||||
| 6 | 0.069 | 0.081 | 0.093 | 0.104 | 0.125 | 0.144 | 0.176 | – | – | – | – | – |
| 9.52 | 0.112 | 0.134 | 0.154 | 0.174 | 0.213 | 0.249 | 0.317 | – | – | – | – | – |
| 10 | 0.119 | 0.141 | 0.163 | 0.184 | 0.225 | 0.264 | 0.336 | – | – | – | – | – |
| 12.7 | 0.153 | 0.182 | 0.21 | 0.238 | 0.293 | 0.345 | 0.444 | – | – | – | – | – |
| 14 | 0.169 | 0.201 | 0.233 | 0.264 | 0.325 | 0.384 | 0.496 | – | – | – | – | – |
| 15.87 | 0.192 | 0.229 | 0.266 | 0.301 | 0.372 | 0.44 | 0.571 | 0.694 | – | – | – | – |
| 19 | 0.231 | 0.276 | 0.32 | 0.364 | 0.45 | 0.534 | 0.696 | 0.85 | 1.066 | 1.2 | 1.264 | – |
| 25 | 0.306 | 0.366 | 0.425 | 0.484 | 0.6 | 0.714 | 0.936 | 1.15 | 1.456 | 1.65 | 1.744 | 1.926 |
| 25.4 | 0.311 | 0.372 | 0.432 | 0.492 | 0.61 | 0.726 | 0.952 | 1.17 | 1.482 | 1.68 | 1.776 | 1.962 |
| 31.8 | – | – | – | – | – | 0.918 | 1.208 | 1.49 | 1.898 | 2.16 | 2.288 | 2.538 |
| 38 | – | – | – | – | – | 1.104 | 1.456 | 1.8 | 2.301 | 2.625 | 2.784 | 3.096 |
| 44.5 | – | – | – | – | – | 1.299 | 1.716 | 2.125 | 2.724 | 3.113 | 3.304 | 3.681 |
| 50.8 | – | – | – | – | – | 1.488 | 1.968 | 2.44 | 3.133 | 3.585 | 3.808 | 4.248 |
| 63.5 | – | – | – | – | – | – | 2.476 | 3.075 | 3.959 | 4.538 | 4.824 | 5.391 |
| 76.1 | – | – | – | – | – | – | 2.98 | 3.705 | 4.778 | 5.483 | 5.832 | 6.525 |
| 101.6 | – | – | – | – | – | – | 4 | 4.98 | 6 | 7 | 7,872 | 8.82 |
| CHEMICAL COMPOSITION ( IN PERCENTAGE ) | ||||||||||
| Grade | C (Max) | Mn (Max) | P (Max) | S (Max) | Si (Max) | Cr | Ni | Mo | Nitrogen (Max) | Cu/ Others |
| 301 | 0.15 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 1 | 16.00 – 18.00 | 6.00 – 8.00 | – | 0.1 | – |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304 | 0.08 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 18.00 – 20.00 | 8.00- 10.50 | – | 0.1 | – |
| 304L | 0.03 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 18.00 – 20.00 | 8.00- 12.00 | – | 0.1 | – |
| 310S | 0.08 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 1.5 | 24.00- 26.00 | 19.00 – 22.00 | – | – | – |
| 316 | 0.08 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 16.00 – 18.00 | 10.00 – 14.00 | 2.00 – 3.00 | 0.1 | – |
| 316L | 0.03 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 16.00 – 18.00 | 10.00 – 14.00 | 2.00 – 3.00 | 0.1 | – |
| 317 | 0.08 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 18.00 – 20.00 | 11.00 – 14.00 | 3.00 – 4.00 | 0.1 | – |
| 317L | 0.03 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 18.00 – 20.00 | 11.00 – 15.00 | 3.00 – 4.00 | 0.1 | – |
| 321 | 0.08 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 17.00 – 19.00 | 9.00 – 12.00 | – | 0.1 | Ti5 ( C + N ) Min or 0.70 max |
| 347 | 0.08 | 2 | 0.045 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 17.00 – 19.00 | 9.00 – 13.00 | – | – | Cb= 10x ( C Min ) or 1.00 Max |
| 409 | 0.08 | 1 | 0.04 | 0.01 | 1 | 10.50 – 11.75 | 0.5 | – | – | Ti= 6x (C+ N ) Min or 0.70 Max |
| 409M | 0.03 | 0.81.2 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.40.75 | 11.00- 12.00 | 1.5 max. | – | – | Ti= 6x (C) Min or 0.70 Max |
| 410S | 0.08 | 1 | 0.04 | 0.03 | 1 | 11.50- 13.50 | 0.6 | – | – | – |
| 410 | 0.15 | 1 | 0.04 | 0.03 | 1 | 11.50- 13.50 | 0.75 | – | – | – |
| 420 | 0.35 | 0.5 | 0.035 | 0.015 | 0.5 | 12.00 – 13.00 | 0.20.3 | – | – | – |
| 430 | 0.12 | 1 | 0.04 | 0.03 | 1 | 16.00 – 18.00 | 0.75 | – | – | – |
| JSL AUS | 0.08 | 7.08.0 | 0.07 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 15.50 – 16.50 | 4.25 – 4.75 | – | – | 0.9 – 1.10 |
| JS- 203 | 0.08 | 9.2510.25 | 0.07 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 14.25 – 15.25 | 2.25 – 2.75 | – | – | 1.60- 2.0 |
| 301M | 0.1 | 4.55.5 | 0.06 | 0.03 | 0.75 | 14.50 – 15.50 | 6.0 – 7.0 | – | – | 1.70- 1.90 |
| * Thickness of 1.27mm & below will have elongation of 20% min. | ||||||||||
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