ASTM A312 is the standard specification issued by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) for seamless, straight-seam welded, and heavily cold-worked welded austenitic stainless steel pipe intended for high-temperature and general corrosive service.
It covers grades such as TP304, TP304L, TP316, and TP316L, ensuring excellent resistance to intergranular corrosion and oxidation scaling. Choosing ASTM A312 certified material guarantees dimensional accuracy, mechanical integrity, and long-term reliability.
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Standard | ASTM A312 / ASME SA312 |
| Type | Seamless (SMLS) & Welded (ERW) |
| Material Grades | TP304, TP304L, TP316, TP316L, TP321, TP347 |
| Size Range | 1/8″ to 24″ (DN6 to DN600) |
| Schedule | Sch 5S, Sch 10S, Sch 40S, Sch 80S, Sch 160, XXS |
| Length | Single Random (16-22 ft), Double Random (35-40 ft), or Custom |
| Finish | Mill Finish, Pickled, Annealed, or Polished |
Highlights specific data for SEO for "TP316L vs 304 chemical properties"
| Grade | C (Max) | Mn (Max) | P (Max) | S (Max) | Si (Max) | Cr | Ni | Mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TP304 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 1.00 | 18.0-20.0 | 8.0-11.0 | - |
| TP304L | 0.035 | 2.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 1.00 | 18.0-20.0 | 8.0-12.0 | - |
| TP316 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 1.00 | 16.0-18.0 | 10.0-14.0 | 2.0-3.0 |
| TP316L | 0.035 | 2.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 1.00 | 16.0-18.0 | 10.0-14.0 | 2.0-3.0 |
| Property | TP304 / TP304L | TP316 / TP316L |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | ≥ 515 | ≥ 485 |
| Yield Strength (MPa) | ≥ 205 | ≥ 170 |
| Elongation (%) | ≥ 35 | ≥ 35 |
| Hardness (HRB) | ≤ 90 | ≤ 90 |
Our customers rely on ASTM A312 stainless pipe for critical infrastructure:
Chemical & Petrochemical Plants: Transporting corrosive acids and hydrocarbons.
Food & Beverage Processing: Sanitary lines requiring cleanability and non-reactive surfaces.
Pharmaceutical Industry: High-purity steam and fluid transfer.
Desalination & Water Treatment: Resisting saltwater corrosion (316L).
Heat Exchangers & Boilers: High-temperature fluid movement.
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