Seamless Boiler Tube ASTM A335 P9, Alloy Steel for Power Generation & Industrial Boilers
Product Specifications
Attribute | Value |
Material Grade | A335 P9 |
Standard | ASTM A335, ASME SA335 |
External Diameter | >38.1 |
Ends | PE, BE |
Tube Material | Nickel Alloy, Alloy, Stainless Steel, Duplex Stainless Steel, Carbon |
Application | Boiler |
Product Description
Grade A335 P9 is a specification for seamless ferritic alloy-steel pipe designed for high-temperature service applications. This material offers exceptional strength along with superior resistance to oxidation and corrosion at elevated temperatures.
ASTM A335 P9 seamless boiler tubes are widely used in power generation, petrochemical processing, chemical plants, industrial boilers, oil and gas operations, and marine applications. Their robust performance in high-temperature and corrosive environments ensures long-term reliability and operational efficiency.
Chemical Composition
Grade | Cr | Mo | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Ni | Fe |
A335 P9 | 8.0-10.0% | 0.9-1.10% | 0.15% max | 0.30-0.60% | ≤ 0.25% | ≤ 0.25% | 0.50% max | ≤ 0.4% | Balance |
Mechanical Properties
Grade | Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Elongation | Hardness |
A335 P9 | Min 415 MPa (60,200 psi) | Min 220 MPa (31,900 psi) | 30% min in 50 mm | ≤ 85 HRB |
Key Features
- High-Temperature Strength: Maintains excellent mechanical properties at elevated temperatures
- Oxidation Resistance: Superior performance in high-temperature oxidizing environments
- Creep Resistance: Exceptional resistance to creep deformation under prolonged high-temperature exposure
- Durability: High tensile strength ensures reliable performance in demanding applications
- Weldability: Excellent fabrication properties for easy installation and maintenance
Applications
Industrial Boilers:
- Heating systems including boilers and furnaces for high-pressure steam/hot water generation
- High-temperature process piping for industrial applications
- Superheater tubes exposed to extreme temperatures and pressures
Power Generation:
- Power plant boiler construction for high-pressure steam generation
- Superheater tubes in thermal power stations
- High-temperature steam piping systems
Chemical Processing:
- Reactors and pressure vessels handling aggressive chemicals at high temperatures
- High-pressure piping systems for steam and hot fluids
- Heat recovery systems utilizing high-temperature steam
