Stainless Steel Pipes & Tubes

Stainless steel plate is often referred to as "corrosion-resistant steel" – it does not stain, corrode or rust as easily as normal carbon steel. It would however be misleading to say it is corrosion-proof. It differs significantly from standard carbon steel due to the amount of chromium present, which limits surface corrosion unlike carbon steel which will rust when exposed to air and any moisture in the atmosphere. Due to its anti-oxidation qualities, stainless steel is often a popular solution. Where low maintenance and corrosion resistance is required, stainless steel plates are a natural choice and are used in a diverse range of applications from modern architecture for cladding or fascias, to the food hygiene industry due to its anti-bacterial qualities. Prosaic Steel supplies stainless steel in a wide variety of grades and aesthetic finishes. There are many options available - for example adding carbon during the forming process will make the stainless steel more durable and stronger too.

 Example Industrial Uses:

• Chemical and fuel tankers Chemical and petrochemical plants Food processing and pharmaceutical industries where clean environments are required Construction, modern architecture

  
  
  

•  As a major stainless steel supplier, TM Corporation supply services include... 

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    major stockholding global shipping variety of finishes available heat resistant qualities when specified quick turnaround accurate 'in-house' cutting and profiling service high quality steel from major European steel mills

    
    
     Seamless Pipe, ERW Pipe, EFW Pipe, DSAW Pipe and Forged Pipe
    
    

    Sizes (Seamless): 1/2” NB - 24” NB Sizes (ERW): 1/2” NB - 24” NB Sizes (EFW): 6” NB - 100” NB   Wall Thickness available: Schedule 5S - Schedule XXS (heavier on request)

    
    
     Specifications: ASTM A/ASME SA213/A249/A269/A312/A358 CL. I to V ASTM A789/A790 
       Material Grades :

  
  

  Stainless Steel Seamless Pipe ASTM A312 TP304/L/H, 310/H, 316/L/H/Ti, 321/H, 347/H, 410, 904L Stainless Steel Welded Pipe ASTM A312 TP304/L/H, 310/H, 316/L/H/Ti, 321/H, 347/H, 904L Stainless Steel Seamless Tube ASTM A213 TP304/L/H, 310/H, 316/L/H/Ti, 321/H, 347/H, 904L Stainless Steel Seamless Tube ASTM A269 TP304/L/H, 310/H, 316/L/H/Ti, 321/H, 347/H, 904L Stainless Steel Welded Tube ASTM A249 TP304/L/H, 310/H, 316/L/H/Ti, 321/H, 347/H, 904L Stainless Steel EFW Tube ASTM A358 CL. 1 to 5 TP304/L/H, 310/H, 316/L/H/Ti, 321/H, 347/H, Stainless Steel Fabricated pipe welded from plates Fabricate form S.S. Plates as per ASTM A240 TP304/L/H, 310/H, 316/L/H/Ti,   321/H, 347/H, 904L with or without 10% Radiographic Welding.

  
  
  

   Other Materials Testing :
  
     NACE MR0175, H2 SERVICE, OXYGEN SERVICE, CRYO SERVICE, etc.
  
  

   Stainless Steel Properties
  
  

  High oxidation-resistance in air at ambient temperature is normally achieved with additions of a minimum of 13% (by weight) chromium, and up to 26% is used for harsh environments.[10] The chromium forms a passivation layer of chromium(III) oxide (Cr2O3) when exposed to oxygen. The layer is too thin to be visible, and the metal remains lustrous. The layer is impervious to water and air, protecting the metal beneath. Also, this layer quickly reforms when the surface is scratched. This phenomenon is called passivation and is seen in other metals, such as aluminium and titanium. Corrosion-resistance can be adversely affected if the component is used in a non-oxygenated environment, a typical example being underwater keel bolts buried in timber. When stainless steel parts such as nuts and bolts are forced together, the oxide layer can be scraped off, causing the parts to weld together. When disassembled, the welded material may be torn and pitted, an effect known as galling. This destructive galling can be best avoided by the use of dissimilar materials for the parts forced together, for example bronze and stainless steel, or even different types of stainless steels (martensitic against austenitic), when metal-to-metal wear is a concern. Nitronic alloys reduce the tendency to gall through selective alloying with manganese and nitrogen. In addition, threaded joints may be lubricated to prevent galling.

  
  
   Stainless Steel Applications
  
  

  Stainless steel’s resistance to corrosion and staining, low maintenance, relatively low cost, and familiar lustre make it an ideal material for many applications. There are over 150 grades of stainless steel, of which fifteen are most commonly used. The alloy is milled into coils, sheets, plates, bars, wire, and tubing to be used in cookware, cutlery, hardware, surgical instruments, major appliances, industrial equipment (for example, in sugar refineries) and as an automotive and aerospace structural alloy and construction material in large buildings. Storage tanks and tankers used to transport orange juice and other food are often made of stainless steel, due to its corrosion resistance and antibacterial properties. This also influences its use in commercial kitchens and food processing plants, as it can be steam-cleaned and sterilized and does not need paint or other surface finishes. Stainless steel is used for jewellery and watches with 316L being the type commonly used for such applications. It can be re-finished by any jeweler and will not oxidize or turn black. Some firearms incorporate stainless steel components as an alternative to blued or parkerized steel. Some handgun models, such as the Smith & Wesson Model 60 and the Colt M1911 pistol, can be made entirely from stainless steel. This gives a high-luster finish similar in appearance to nickel plating. Unlike plating, the finish is not subject to flaking, peeling, wear-off due to rubbing (as when repeatedly removed from a holster), or rust when scratched. Some automotive manufacturers use stainless steel as decorative highlights in their vehicles.

 Stainless Steel Recycling and reuse

 Types of stainless steel

 Comparison of standardized Stainless Steels