
ASTM A209 T1 T1a T1b Alloy Steel Boiler Tube Seamless Carbon-Molybdenum Alloy-Steel Tube
Introduction
ASTM A209 specification covers seamless carbon-molybdenum alloy-steel boiler and superheater tubes such as grades T1, T1a, and T1b. These tubes are commonly utilized to withstand high-temperature services, primarily in the energy and petrochemical industries, due to their superior heat-resistant properties and high-temperature strength.
Material
ASTM A209 T1, T1a, and T1b tubes are seamless alloy steel tubes containing carbon and molybdenum as the primary alloying elements, ensuring adequate strength and durable performance under extreme temperatures and pressures encountered in boiler and superheater installations.
Specification
- Standard: ASTM A209
- Grades: T1, T1a, T1b
- Manufacturing Process: Seamless manufacturing method
- Heat Treatment: Tubes shall be heat-treated and normalized
Key Features
- Excellent heat-resistance capabilities
- Superior strength and hardness at high temperatures
- Resistance to corrosion and oxidation in elevated-temperature environments
- High level of dimensional accuracy and stability
- Smooth surface finish suitable for heat-transfer applications
- Good weldability and ease of forming and machining
Chemical Composition
Grade | C (%) | Mn (%) | P (%) max | S (%) max | Si (%) | Mo (%) |
T1 | 0.10–0.20 | 0.30–0.80 | 0.025 | 0.025 | 0.10–0.50 | 0.44–0.65 |
T1a | 0.15–0.25 | 0.30–0.80 | 0.025 | 0.025 | 0.10–0.50 | 0.44–0.65 |
T1b | 0.14 Max | 0.30–0.80 | 0.025 | 0.025 | 0.10–0.50 | 0.44–0.65 |
Mechanical Properties
Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) | Yield Strength (MPa) | Elongation (%) | Hardness (HRB) |
T1 | ≥415 | ≥205 | ≥30 | ≤85 |
T1a | ≥415 | ≥220 | ≥30 | ≤85 |
T1b | ≥380 | ≥205 | ≥30 | ≤85 |
Similar Standards and Steel Grades
ASTM | EN/DIN | GOST | JIS | GB |
A209 T1 | 16Mo3(1.5415) | 12CrMo195(12ХМ) | STBA12(15Mo3) | 15MoG(15Mo) |
A209 T1a | 15Mo3(1.5415) | 12CrMo195(12ХМ) | STBA12(15Mo3) | 15MoG(15Mo) |
A209 T1b | 15Mo3(1.5415) | 12CrMo195(12ХМ) | STBA12(15Mo3) | 15MoG(15Mo) |
Application
ASTM A209 T1, T1a, and T1b seamless tubes are prominently used in high-temperature environments and high-pressure services. Typical applications include:
- Manufacture of boilers and superheaters in power plants
- Heat exchangers in petrochemical industries
- Steam pipelines and pressure vessels
- Heat-transfer equipment operating at elevated temperatures
- Components requiring excellent oxidation and heat-resistance properties in industries like oil, gas, chemicals, and power generation.






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