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TP316 Stainless Steel Seamless Pipe - China Suppliers & Factory with Custom Sizes Available for Fast Delivery
Introduction
ASTM A312 TP316 seamless pipes is an austenitic alloy renowned for its exceptional performance in harsh industrial environments. While sharing similarities with other stainless steel grades, this variant distinguishes itself through the addition of 4% molybdenum, which significantly enhances resistance to chloride-induced corrosion—a critical feature for marine applications. Its ability to withstand prolonged submersion, high-pressure conditions, and temperature extremes makes it a preferred choice for offshore platforms, chemical processing systems, and desalination infrastructure.
Key Features
- Composition: 18% chromium for foundational rust resistance, complemented by 3% molybdenum for advanced protection against pitting in corrosive environments (e.g., saltwater).
- Mechanical Strength: Superior tensile properties minimize structural fatigue under continuous stress, outperforming conventional austenitic steels.
- Versatility: Adaptable to industries requiring long-term material stability, such as pharmaceuticals, oil and gas, and wastewater treatment.
Material Specification
Standard:
ASTM A312/A312M
O.D:
1/8" NB TO 32" NB , (10.29MM-812.80MM) ,(Customization Available)
W.T:
SCH 10S, SCH 40S, SCH 80S, SCH160, SCH XXS (Customization Available)
Application:
Chemical & Petrochemical
Marine & Offshore
Power Generation
Pharmaceutical & Food Processing
Oil & Gas
Aerospace
Pulp & Paper
Medical & Pharmaceutical
End:
Plain End, Beveled End, Threaded
Processing:
Cut-to-length;Polishing.
Inspection:
100% PMI TESTED
EN10204.3.1B MILL TEST CERTIFICATE
THIRD PARTY INSPECTION ACCEPTED
Delivery Condition:
Cold Drawn, Annealed and Pickled/ Polished /Bright Annealed/ Sand blasting/ Shot Blasting.
Marking:
All SS SMLS Pipes are marked as follows: Standard, Grade, OD, Thickness, Length, Heat No. (Or as per the customer’s request)
Packing:
Packed in Wooden Boxes, plywood cases, Steel Strips Bundled, or as per Customers Requests
Specials:
Sizes and Specifications other than above can be customized on request.
Specification Parameters
TP316 Chemical Composition
| HEAT NO. | CHEMICAL COMPOSITION (%) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | Mn | P | S | Si | Ni | Cr | Mo | ||
| STAND. | MIN. | - | - | - | - | - | 10.00 | 16.00 | 2.0 |
| MAX. | 0.080 | 2.00 | 0.045 | 0.030 | 1.00 | 14.00 | 18.00 | 3.0 | |
TP316 Mechanical Properties
| Mechanical Properties | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa) min | Yield Strength 0.2% Proof (MPa) min | Elongation (% in 50mm) min | Hardness | |
| Rockwell B (HR B) | Brinell (HB) | ||||
| TP316 | 515 | 205 | 35 | 90 | 187 |
Equivalent Grades - (ASTM A312 TP316 Equivalent Grades)
| ASTM A312 TP316 Equivalent Grades | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USA (ASTM / AISI) | Germany (DIN, WNr) | Japan (JIS) | France (AFNOR) | England (BS) | Euronorms (EN) | China (GB) | India (IS) | International (ISO) | Russia (GOST) |
| TP316 316 | X5CrNiMo17-12-2 (1.4401) | SUS316 | Z7CND17-11-02 | 316S31 316S33 | 1.4401 | 06Cr17Ni12Mo2 | 04Cr17Ni12Mo2 | X5CrNiMo17-12-2 | 08Х17Н13М2 |
Comparison Table Of American Standard Dimensions - (ANSI B36.19 & ANSI B36.10)
| OD DN | IN | OD MM | ANSI B36.19 | ANSI B36.10 | ||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal diameter in inches | ||||||||||||||||||||
| 5s | 10s | Sched.40s | Sched.40 | Sched.80s | Sched.80 | 10 | 20 | 30 | Standard | |||||||||||
| mm | Kg/m | mm | Kg/m | mm | Kg/m | mm | mm | Kg/m | mm | mm | Kg/m | mm | Kg/m | mm | Kg/m | mm | Kg/m | |||
| 6 | 1/8" | 10.29 | - | - | 1.24 | 0.281 | 1.73 | 371 | 1.73 | 2.41 | 0.467 | 2.41 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 1.73 | 0.371 |
| 8 | 1/4" | 13.72 | - | - | 1.65 | 0.499 | 2.24 | 0.644 | 2 | 3.02 | 0.809 | 3.02 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2.24 | 0.644 |
| 10 | 3/8" | 17.14 | - | - | 1.65 | 0.64 | 2.31 | 0.858 | 2.31 | 3.2 | 1.118 | 3.2 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2.31 | 0.858 |
| 15 | 1/2" | 21.34 | 1.65 | 0.814 | 2.11 | 1.016 | 2.77 | 1.26 | 2.77 | 3.73 | 1.62 | 3.73 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2.77 | 1.26 |
| 20 | 3/4" | 26.67 | 1.65 | 1.034 | 2.11 | 1.298 | 2.87 | 1.68 | 2.87 | 3.91 | 2.19 | 3.91 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2.87 | 1.68 |
| 25 | 1" | 33.4 | 1.65 | 1.312 | 2.77 | 2.125 | 3.38 | 2.5 | 3.38 | 4.55 | 3.23 | 4.55 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3.36 | 2.5 |
| 32 | 1 1/4" | 42.16 | 1.65 | 1.674 | 2.77 | 2.732 | 3.56 | 3.38 | 3.56 | 4.85 | 4.46 | 4.85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3.56 | 3.38 |
| 40 | 1 1/2" | 48.26 | 1.65 | 1.926 | 2.77 | 3.155 | 3.68 | 4.05 | 3.68 | 5.08 | 5.4 | 5.08 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3.68 | 4.05 |
| 50 | 2" | 60.32 | 1.65 | 2.424 | 2.77 | 3.992 | 3.91 | 5.43 | 3.91 | 5.54 | 7.47 | 5.54 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 3.91 | 5.43 |
| 65 | 2 1/2" | 73.02 | 2.11 | 3.747 | 3.05 | 5.345 | 5.16 | 8.62 | 5.16 | 7.01 | 11.4 | 7.01 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5.16 | 8.62 |
| 80 | 3" | 88.9 | 2.11 | 4.585 | 3.05 | 6.557 | 5.49 | 11.28 | 5.49 | 7.62 | 15.25 | 7.62 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5.49 | 11.28 |
| 90 | 3 1/2" | 101.6 | 2.11 | 5.272 | 3.05 | 7.526 | 5.74 | 13.56 | 5.74 | 8.08 | 18.62 | 8.08 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 5.74 | 13.56 |
| 100 | 4" | 114.3 | 2.11 | 5.945 | 3.05 | 8.496 | 6.02 | 16.06 | 6.02 | 8.56 | 22.29 | 8.56 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6.02 | 16.06 |
| 125 | 5" | 141.3 | 2.77 | 9.639 | 3.4 | 11.74 | 6.55 | 21.76 | 6.55 | 9.52 | 30.92 | 9.52 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6.55 | 21.76 |
| 150 | 6" | 168.28 | 2.77 | 11.514 | 3.4 | 14.037 | 7.11 | 28.23 | 7.11 | 10.97 | 42.52 | 10.97 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 7.11 | 28.23 |
| 200 | 8" | 219.08 | 2.77 | 15.049 | 3.76 | 20.334 | 8.18 | 42.49 | 8.18 | 12.7 | 64.57 | 12.7 | - | - | 6.35 | 33.28 | 7.04 | 36.8 | 8.18 | 42.4 |
| 250 | 10" | 273.05 | 3.4 | 23.028 | 4.19 | 28.29 | 9.27 | 60.24 | 9.27 | 12.7 | 81.46 | 15.09 | - | - | 6.35 | 41.7 | 7.8 | 51 | 9.27 | 60.24 |
| 300 | 12" | 323.85 | 3.96 | 31.806 | 4.57 | 36.633 | 9.52 | 73.76 | 10.31 | 12.7 | 97.36 | 17.48 | - | - | 6.35 | 49.68 | 8.38 | 65.14 | 9.52 | 73.76 |
| 350 | 14" | 355.6 | 3.98 | 34.99 | 4.78 | 42.102 | 9.52 | - | 11.13 | - | - | 19.05 | 6.35 | 54.63 | 7.92 | 67.98 | 9.52 | 81.21 | 9.52 | 81.21 |
| 400 | 16" | 406.4 | 4.19 | 42.35 | 4.78 | 48.22 | 9.52 | - | 12.7 | - | - | 21.44 | 6.35 | 62.58 | 7.92 | 77.9 | 9.52 | 93.13 | 9.52 | 93.18 |
| 450 | 18" | 457.2 | 4.19 | 47.7 | 4.78 | 54.3 | 9.52 | - | 14.27 | - | - | 23.82 | 6.35 | 70.5 | 7.92 | 87.8 | 11.13 | 122.12 | 9.52 | 105.05 |
| 500 | 20" | 508 | 4.77 | 60.32 | 5.54 | 69.766 | 9.52 | - | 15.09 | - | - | 26.19 | 6.35 | 78.47 | 9.52 | 116.97 | 12.7 | 155 | 9.52 | 116.97 |
| 550 | 22" | 558.8 | 4.77 | - | 5.54 | - | 9.52 | - | - | - | - | 28.58 | 6.35 | 86.42 | 9.52 | 128.89 | 12.7 | 170.86 | 9.52 | 128.89 |
| 600 | 24" | 609.6 | 5.54 | 84.1 | 6.35 | 96.215 | 9.52 | - | 17.48 | - | - | 30.96 | 6.35 | 96.215 | 9.52 | 140.8 | 14.7 | 209.54 | 9.52 | 140.81 |
| 650 | 26" | 660.4 | - | - | - | - | 9.52 | - | - | - | - | - | 7.92 | 127.58 | 12.7 | 202.65 | - | - | 9.52 | 152.73 |
| 700 | 28" | 711.2 | - | - | - | - | 9.52 | - | - | - | - | - | 7.92 | 137.52 | 12.7 | 218.54 | 15.88 | 271.94 | 9.52 | 164.65 |
| 750 | 30" | 762 | 6.35 | 120.59 | 7.92 | 147.45 | 9.52 | - | - | - | - | - | 7.92 | 147.45 | 12.7 | 234.44 | 15.88 | 291.81 | 9.52 | 176.57 |
| 800 | 32" | 812 | - | - | - | - | 9.52 | - | 17.48 | - | - | - | 7.92 | 157.39 | 12.7 | 250.33 | 15.88 | 311.67 | 9.52 | 188.5 |
| 850 | 34" | 863.6 | - | - | - | - | 9.52 | - | 17.48 | - | - | - | 7.92 | 167.32 | 12.7 | 266.22 | 15.88 | 331.54 | 9.52 | 200.42 |
| 900 | 36" | 914.4 | - | - | - | - | 9.52 | - | 19.05 | - | - | - | 7.92 | 177.26 | 12.7 | 282.18 | 15.88 | 351.41 | 9.52 | 212.34 |
ASTM A312/A312M Standard Cold Machining Size Deviation Permitted
| ASTM A312/A312M-09 Standard Permitted Tolerance of WT and OD | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal Outside Diameter | Allowable deviation | Nominal wall thickness | Allowable deviation | ||
| 1/8”—1 1/2“ | (10.29—48.26) | +0.4 -0.8 | 1/8”—1 1/2“ | (10.29-73.03) all of t | +20 -12.5 |
| >1 1/2“—4” | (48.26—114.3) | ±0.8 | 3“—18” | (88.9-457.2) t/D=5% | +22.5 -12.5 |
| >4”—8" | (114.3—219.08) | +1.6 -0.8 | 3“—18” | (88.9-457.2) t/D>5% | +15 -12.5 |
| >8“—18" | (219.08—457.2) | +2.4 -0.8 | ≥20" | =508 t of wld pipe | +17.5 -12.5 |
| >18”—26“ | (457.2—660.4) | +3.2 -0.8 | ≥20" | =508 t/D=5% | +22.5 -12.5 |
| >26”—34” | (660.4—863.6) | +4.0 -0.8 | ≥20" | =508 t/D>5% | +15 -12.5 |
| >34“—48" | (863.6—1219.2) | +4.8 -0.8 | |||
| Thin wall pipe (t/D=3%) ovality condition: Any cross section in a steel pipe Dmax Dmin=1.5%nominal,and(Dmax Dmin)/ 2 conforms to the stipulated diameter tolerance range. | |||||
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes ASTM A312 TP316 suitable for marine environments?
ASTM A312 TP316 contains 2% to 3% molybdenum (with some specifications going up to 4%), which significantly enhances its resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride-rich environments like saltwater.
What are the mechanical strength properties of TP316 seamless pipes?
TP316 features a minimum tensile strength of 515 MPa, a minimum yield strength of 205 MPa, and a minimum elongation of 35%. It has a maximum hardness limit of 90 HRB or 187 HB.
In what industries is ASTM A312 TP316 commonly applied?
This grade is widely used in chemical and petrochemical processing, marine and offshore structures, power generation, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, food processing, and pulp & paper industries.
What testing and inspections are performed on these pipes?
Pipes typically undergo 100% PMI (Positive Material Identification) testing and are supplied with an EN10204 3.1B Mill Test Certificate. Third-party inspections are also widely accepted.
What size ranges and wall thicknesses are available?
The standard outer diameters (O.D.) range from 1/8" NB to 32" NB (10.29 mm to 812.80 mm). Wall thicknesses (W.T.) span schedules like SCH 10S, SCH 40S, SCH 80S, SCH 160, and SCH XXS, with custom sizes available.
What are the delivery conditions for ASTM A312 TP316 pipes?
They can be delivered in several conditions, including Cold Drawn, Annealed and Pickled, Bright Annealed, Polished, Sand Blasting, or Shot Blasting, depending on the application requirements.







