SS Welded Pipes made from Grade 304 stainless steel are often the top choice in a wide range of industries. This specific configuration offers unique attributes that make it ideal for various applications. Let’s dive into the details and benefits of these pipes.
Welded pipes refer to pipes that are manufactured without a weld joint. This feature enhances the pipe's strength and uniformity, making it highly desirable for critical applications. Unlike welded pipes, seamless pipes are formed through a solid billet of stainless steel and can withstand higher pressures and stress.
b>Grade 304 is the most versatile and widely used type of stainless steel. Composed of 18% chromium and 8% nickel, it offers outstanding corrosion resistance, oxidation resistance, and formability. The durability of Grade 304 makes it a preferred material in industries like food processing, chemical engineering, construction, and oil and gas.
Thanks to the thinner wall (Sch 10) and moderate diameter, these pipes find usage in:
While welded pipes may suffice in many low-stress environments, seamless pipes offer enhanced strength and durability. This makes them ideal for applications where the pipe will be subjected to high pressure, temperature, or corrosive substances. Seamless pipes eliminate any concerns about weak points at welds, giving them a consistent structure throughout, capable of handling harsh operating conditions. For industries such as oil & gas, chemical processing, and pharmaceuticals, this reliability is crucial.
Stainless Steel Pipes Dimension – (S.S. Pipes) | ||||||||||||
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 |
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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 | – |
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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. |
MECHANICAL PROPERTIES | |||||
Grade | Tensile Strength Mpa, (Min) |
Yield Strength Mpa, (Min) |
%Age Elongation in 50mm gauge length min |
Hardness (Max) | |
BHN | Rb | ||||
301 | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 | 95 |
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304 | 515 | 205 | 40 | 201 | 92 |
304L | 485 | 170 | 40 | 201 | 92 |
310S | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 | 95 |
316 | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 | 95 |
316L | 485 | 170 | 40 | 217 | 95 |
317 | 515 | 205 | 35 | 217 | 95 |
317L | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 | 95 |
321 | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 | 95 |
347 | 515 | 205 | 40 | 201 | 92 |
409 | 380 | 170 | 20 | 179 | 88 |
409M | 430 | 275 | 20 | 187 | 90 |
410S | 415 | 205 | 22 | 183 | 89 |
410 | 450 | 205 | 20 | 217 | 89 |
420 | 700( max ) | – | 15 | 217 | 95 |
430 | 450 | 205 | 22 | 183 | 89 |
JSL AUS | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 | 95 |
JS- 203 | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 | 95 |
301M | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 | 95 |