High Temperature Stainless Steel Pipeline Oxidation Resistant For Heat Exchanger Applications
The High-Temperature Stainless Steel Pipeline is engineered to withstand extreme thermal conditions while maintaining mechanical strength, oxidation resistance, and structural integrity. Manufactured from specialized austenitic stainless steel grades, this seamless pipeline is designed for continuous operation in elevated temperature environments up to 1150°C (2100°F), depending on the selected grade. Its excellent creep resistance and thermal fatigue properties make it the preferred choice for heat-intensive industrial applications.
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Standards | ASTM A213, A312, A269; EN 10216-5; ASME SA213 |
| Available Grades | 304H, 309H, 310S, 310H, 321H, 347H, Alloy 800H/HT |
| Outer Diameter | 6 mm – 610 mm |
| Wall Thickness | 0.5 mm – 30 mm |
| Length | Fixed lengths 3m / 6m, or custom lengths upon request |
| Manufacturing Process | Seamless – Hot rolled / Cold drawn |
| Surface Finish | Annealed, pickled, as-rolled |
| Maximum Service Temperature | 310S / 310H: up to 1150°C (2100°F) intermittent; 1050°C (1920°F) continuous |
| Grade | C | Cr | Ni | Si ≤ | Mn ≤ | Others |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304H | 0.04-0.10 | 18.0-20.0 | 8.0-10.5 | 0.75 | 2.00 | – |
| 309H | 0.04-0.10 | 22.0-24.0 | 12.0-15.0 | 0.75 | 2.00 | – |
| 310S | 0.08 max | 24.0-26.0 | 19.0-22.0 | 0.75 | 2.00 | – |
| 310H | 0.04-0.10 | 24.0-26.0 | 19.0-22.0 | 0.75 | 2.00 | – |
| 321H | 0.04-0.10 | 17.0-19.0 | 9.0-12.0 | 0.75 | 2.00 | Ti ≥ 5*C |
| 347H | 0.04-0.10 | 17.0-19.0 | 9.0-13.0 | 0.75 | 2.00 | Nb ≥ 8*C |
Higher chromium and nickel content provides superior oxidation and carburization resistance at elevated temperatures.
| Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) min | Yield Strength (MPa) min | Elongation (%) min | Hardness (HB) max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 304H | 515 | 205 | 40 | 201 |
| 309H | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 |
| 310S / 310H | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 |
| 321H | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 |
| 347H | 515 | 205 | 40 | 217 |
Tested in accordance with ASTM E8 / E8M. High-temperature creep and rupture data available upon request.
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Excellent Oxidation Resistance – Protective chromium oxide layer prevents scaling
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High Creep Strength – Maintains dimensional stability under sustained thermal loads
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Carburization and Sulfidation Resistance – Suitable for fossil fuel and chemical environments
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Good Thermal Fatigue Performance – Withstands repeated heating and cooling cycles
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Stabilized Grades (321H / 347H) – Prevents sensitization and intergranular corrosion after welding
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Proven Performance – Widely used in furnaces, heat exchangers, and power generation
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Heat Exchangers – Shell and tube, finned tube, recuperators
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Furnace Components – Radiant tubes, burner nozzles, retorts, muffles
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Power Generation – Boiler tubes, superheaters, reheater lines
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Petrochemical Processing – Ethylene cracking furnaces, reformer tubes
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Refining – Catalytic reforming, hydrocracker heater tubes
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Industrial Heating – Roller hearth kilns, annealing furnace components
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Thermal Oxidizers – High-temperature gas handling systems
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Waste-to-Energy Plants – Combustion chamber lining tubes
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