ASTM A403 WP321-S Stainless Steel 180 Degree U Bend/Elbow
Product Specifications
Attribute | Value |
Product Name | 180 Degree Return Bend/Elbow |
Specification | ASTM A403 |
Material | WP321-S |
Radius | LR or SR (Depend on Customer's Requirements) |
Surface | Sand Tumbling or Sand Blasting |
Test | Size Inspection, NDE Test |
Size Standard | ASME B16.9 |
Application | Heat Exchangers, Piping Systems, Oil and Gas Industry, Water Treatment |
Product Description
ASTM A403 WP321-S refers to a high-performance stainless steel fitting designed for piping systems requiring exceptional corrosion resistance and high-temperature stability. The 180-degree configuration enables complete flow reversal, making it ideal for demanding industrial applications.
180-Degree U Bend Characteristics
- Shape: Tight U-shaped fitting with 180-degree turn
- Design: Small radius for space-constrained installations
- Applications: Heat exchangers, boiler systems, compact piping configurations
180-Degree Elbow Characteristics
- Shape: Gradual curved fitting with 180-degree direction change
- Design: Larger radius for smoother flow transition
- Applications: General piping systems, chemical processes, fluid handling systems
Material Composition (Type 321 Stainless Steel)
Element | Composition (% by weight) |
Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.08% |
Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 2.00% |
Phosphorus (P) | ≤ 0.045% |
Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.030% |
Silicon (Si) | ≤ 1.00% |
Chromium (Cr) | 17.00% - 19.00% |
Nickel (Ni) | 9.00% - 12.00% |
Titanium (Ti) | ≥ 5 × (C%) (min. 0.10%) |
Iron (Fe) | Balance |
Titanium stabilization prevents chromium carbide formation during welding or high-temperature exposure, enhancing intergranular corrosion resistance.
Mechanical Properties
Property | Value |
Tensile Strength | ≥ 515 MPa (75,000 psi) |
Yield Strength (0.2% offset) | ≥ 205 MPa (30,000 psi) |
Elongation (in 2 inches) | ≥ 35% |
Hardness (Rockwell B) | ≤ 95 HRB |
Key Features
- Exceptional high-temperature performance (up to 900°C/1650°F)
- Superior corrosion and oxidation resistance
- Seamless construction for high-pressure reliability
- Excellent weldability with titanium stabilization
Industrial Applications
- High-Temperature Systems: Heat exchangers, boilers, furnaces
- Chemical Processing: Corrosive chemical handling, process piping
- Power Generation: Steam lines, turbine bypass systems
- Oil & Gas: Refinery piping, offshore platforms
- Sanitary Industries: Food/pharmaceutical processing, CIP systems
