Product Specifications ·Standards:ASTM A269,ASTM A213/ASME SA213(Seamless Tubes)
·Standards:ASTM A268,ASTM A249/ASME SA249(Welded Tubes)
Size Range ·Outer Diameter (OD):0.125″-5.000″
·Wall Thickness:0.010″-0.375″
Chemical Requirements(Composition %)
Element | UNS S30400(304) | UNS S30403(304L) |
Carbon (C) | ≤0.080% | ≤0.030% |
Mn(Mn) | ≤2.00% | ≤2.00% |
P(P) | ≤0.045% | ≤0.045% |
S (S) | ≤0.030% | ≤0.030% |
Si (Si) | ≤1.00% | ≤1.00% |
Cr(Cr) | 18.00-20.00% | 18.00-20.00% |
Ni(Ni) | 8.00-11.00% | 8.00-12.00% |
Dimensional Tolerances
Outer Diameter(OD) | OD Tolerance | Wall Thickness Tolerance |
≤0.500″ | ±0.005″ | ±10% |
0.500″-1.500″ | ±0.005″ | ±10% |
1.500″-3.500″ | ±0.010″ | ±10% |
3.500″-5.500″ | ±0.008″ | ±10% |
Features
Excellent Corrosion Resistance: 304/L stainless steel offers outstanding resistance to corrosion, suitable for various environments. High Strength-to-Weight Ratio: Lightweight yet strong, ideal for demanding applications. Good Ductility: The material is flexible and suitable for various processing methods such as bending, flaring, and coiling. Dual Certification Materials: Mainly made of 304/L and 316/L stainless steel, meeting ASTM and ASME standards. Variety of Specifications: Diameter range from 0.125 inches to 5.000 inches, wall thickness from 0.010 inches to 0.375 inches. Strict Dimensional Tolerances: Ensures tubes meet precision manufacturing requirements. Good Mechanical Properties: Yield strength ≥ 30 ksi, tensile strength ≥ 75 ksi, hardness ≤ 90 HRB, elongation ≥ 35%. Good Weldability: Low sulfur content enhances welding quality.
Applications
304/L stainless steel tubes, with their excellent corrosion resistance and mechanical properties, are widely used in: Hydraulic and instrumentation tubing systems Chemical and oil & gas industries Food and beverage processing equipment Pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries Marine and shipbuilding industries Aerospace and automotive manufacturing Heat exchangers and boiler systems Architectural decoration and stainless steel structures