AISI Cold Drawn 304/304L Capillary Inox Pipe 1.2mm Ba/No. 4 Matte Surface 316L High Precision 201 202 Round/Square/Rectangular Stainless Steel Tube Factory

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304 Stainless Steel Capillary Tube 1.0mm 1.2mm 1.3mm 1.4mm 1.5mm 1.6mm Stainless Steel Precision Tube

Product Description

321 stainless steel pipe (UNS S32100) is a titanium-stabilized austenitic stainless steel pipe derived from 304 stainless steel, with titanium added to suppress intergranular corrosion caused by chromium carbide precipitation. It excels in high-temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, and mechanical stability, making it a preferred choice for harsh-environment applications such as industrial high-temperature pipelines and chemical processing equipment. Below is a detailed breakdown:
1. Core Product Overview & Standards
Key Grades
321 (UNS S32100): Standard grade with a maximum carbon content of 0.08%, optimized for general high-temperature and corrosion-resistant scenarios.
321H (UNS S32109): High-carbon variant (carbon content 0.04-0.10%) designed for enhanced creep resistance and strength at temperatures above 537°C (1000°F).
Dual certification is common for both grades due to their similar chemical compositions.
International Standards
Complies with multiple global standards, ensuring broad applicability across industries:
ASTM/ASME: A312/SA312 (seamless/welded stainless steel pipes), B36.10M/B36.19M (dimensional specifications)
DIN: 1.4541 (equivalent material number)
JIS/SUS, GB, AISI (regional mainstream standards)
2. Key Technical Parameters
Chemical Composition (Weight %)
The addition of titanium (Ti ≥ 5×(C+N)) is the core modification, preventing intergranular corrosion by forming titanium carbides instead of chromium carbides:

Element	C	Si	Mn	Cr	Ni	S	P	Ti	Fe
321	≤0.08	≤0.75	≤2.0	17.0-19.0	9.0-12.0	≤0.03	≤0.045	5×(C+N)-0.70	Balance
321H	0.04-0.10	≤0.75	≤2.0	17.0-19.0	9.0-12.0	≤0.03	≤0.045	5×(C+N)-0.70	Balance

Mechanical Properties (Annealed State)

Grade	Tensile Strength (MPa, min)	Yield Strength (σ0.2, MPa, min)	Elongation (δ5, %, min)	Hardness (max)
321	520	205	40	187 HB / 90 HRB / 200 HV
321H	520	205	40	217 HB

Physical Properties
Density: 7.93 g/cm³ (0.286 lbm/in³)
Operating Temperature Range: -270°C (cryogenic) to 816°C (oxidation-resistant up to 1500°F)
Thermal Expansion Coefficient: 9.2×10/°C (68-212°F)
Modulus of Elasticity: 200 GPa (28×10 psi) at 20°C
Dimensional Specifications

Type	Outer Diameter (OD)	Wall Thickness	Length	End Types
Seamless Pipe	6 mm - 914.4 mm	2.5 mm - 30 mm	6-12 m (customizable)	Plain end, beveled end, threaded
Welded Pipe (ERW/SAW)	9.5 mm - 1200 mm	0.3 mm - 40 mm	6-12 m (customizable)	Plain end, butt weld end
Shapes	Round, square, rectangular, hexagonal, U-shaped	-	-	-
Schedules	Sch 5, Sch 10, Sch 40, Sch 80, Sch 160, XXS, etc.	-	-	-

3. Core Performance Advantages
Superior High-Temperature Stability: Resists oxidation at 816°C and offers better creep (high-temperature deformation resistance) and stress rupture properties than 304/304L.
Intergranular Corrosion Resistance: Titanium stabilization prevents chromium depletion in the 427-816°C range, avoiding intergranular corrosion even after welding or heat treatment.
Broad Corrosion Resistance: Comparable to 304 in general corrosion resistance; suitable for dilute organic acids, pure phosphoric acid (low temperature), and 10% dilute acid solutions (high temperature). Resists polythionic acid stress corrosion cracking in hydrocarbon environments.
Excellent Toughness: Maintains good low-temperature toughness (down to cryogenic levels) and formability, enabling bending, welding, and punching without cracking.
4. Typical Applications
Widely used in industries requiring high-temperature resistance, corrosion resistance, and structural stability:
Aerospace: Aircraft piston engine manifolds, exhaust stacks.
Petrochemical & Refining: Heat exchangers, furnace parts, refinery pipelines, expansion joints, and hydrocarbon processing equipment.
Chemical Industry: High-temperature chemical process equipment, pipelines for dilute acids (excluding chlorides/sulfuric acid).
Energy & Power: Thermal oxidizers, boiler tubes, and high-temperature flue gas pipelines.
Food & Pharmaceutical: Food processing equipment, brewery pipelines, and pharmaceutical machinery (hygienic and corrosion-resistant).
Mechanical Engineering: Auto parts, structural components, and furniture/kitchenware (durable and decorative).
5. Limitations & Selection Notes
Chloride Sensitivity: Not suitable for chloride-rich environments (e.g., seawater, salt sprays) or sulfuric acid solutions, as it may suffer pitting corrosion.
Machinability: Titanium addition reduces machinability compared to 304; use specialized tools and cutting parameters for processing.
Grade Selection: Choose 321 for temperatures ≤537°C; opt for 321H for long-term service above 537°C (enhanced creep resistance).
Certifications: Prioritize products with ISO, SGS, or BV certifications to ensure compliance with ASTM/ASME standards.
6. Manufacturing & Quality Control
Processes: Hot rolling, cold rolling (seamless), electric resistance welding (ERW), submerged arc welding (SAW) for welded pipes.
Surface Treatments: Black oxide, pickling, polished (No.4/BA), satin, mirror finish, electropolishing.
Mandatory Inspections: Hydrostatic pressure testing (leakage), non-destructive testing (ultrasonic/ radiographic testing), chemical composition analysis, and mechanical property testing.

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