ASTM A269 TP316L Stainless Steel Coil Tube Seamless Coils for HVAC Systems
An A269 TP304 Large Diamameter Tube Coil is a high-performance, corrosion-resistant heat transfer component made from a specific grade of austenitic stainless steel, formed into a helical or custom-shaped coil. Its large diameter and Type 304 stainless steel construction make it ideal for handling large fluid volumes, resisting clogging, and operating in corrosive or sanitary environments.
Material | ASTM A269 Chemical Composition % Max | ||||||||||
| C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | Ni | Mo | N B | Nb | Ti | |
| 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 | 2.00-3.00 | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| TP316L | 0.035 D | 2.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 1.00 | 16.0-18.0 | 10.0-15.0 | 2.00-3.00 | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| TP321 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 1.00 | 17.0-19.0 | 9.0-12.0 | ^ | ^ | ^ | 5C -0.70 |
| TP347 | 0.08 | 2.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 1.00 | 17.0-19.0 | 9.0-12.0 | 10C -1.10 | ^ | ||
| Material | Heat treatment | Temperure F (C) Min. | Hardness | |
| Brinell | Rockwell | |||
| TP304 | Solution | 1900 (1040) | 192HBW/200HV | 90HRB |
| TP304L | Solution | 1900 (1040) | 192HBW/200HV | 90HRB |
| TP316 | Solution | 1900(1040) | 192HBW/200HV | 90HRB |
| TP316L | Solution | 1900(1040) | 192HBW/200HV | 90HRB |
| TP321 | Solution | 1900(1040) F | 192HBW/200HV | 90HRB |
| TP347 | Solution | 1900(1040) | 192HBW/200HV | 90HRB |
These coils are workhorses in industries where corrosion resistance, cleanability, and high flow are paramount:
Industrial Chillers and Heat Exchangers: As the evaporator or condenser in large-capacity cooling systems.
Food & Beverage Processing:
Jacketed Cooking/Kettles
Pasteurizers
Hot Water Tanks for sanitation
Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology: For heating or cooling process vessels and bioreactors where sanitary conditions are critical.
Chemical Processing: Heating or cooling corrosive chemical streams in reactors and storage tanks.
Marine & Offshore: Heat exchangers for engine cooling, using seawater or fresh water.
Energy & Power Plants: As intercoolers, aftercoolers, or lubricant coolers.
Wastewater Treatment: For heating anaerobic digesters or other process tanks where fouling is a concern.
Important Considerations for Selection
When specifying an A269 TP304 Large Diameter Tube Coil, you must define:
Diameter and Wall Thickness: e.g., 1.5" OD x 1.4" ID, Schedule 10S.
Material Grade: Strongly recommend TP304L over TP304 for welded coils.
Coil Dimensions: Overall diameter, height, pitch between coils.
Design Pressure and Temperature: The maximum operating conditions.
Connections: Type, size, and location of headers and fittings.
Surface Finish: For sanitary applications, a specific Ra (roughness average) like a 2B mill finish or an electropolished finish may be required.
