High-Molybdenum Low-Carbon Austenitic Stainless Steel Seamless, Welded & ERW Corrosion-Resistant Process Pipes
Om Export India Pvt Ltd is a premier manufacturer, stockist, and global exporter of high-performance Stainless Steel 317L Pipes and Tubes (ASTM A312 TP317L / UNS S31703 / Werkstoff 1.4438). Grade 317L is a high-alloy, low-carbon austenitic stainless steel engineered with 18.0% to 20.0% Chromium, 11.0% to 15.0% Nickel, and an elevated 3.0% to 4.0% Molybdenum content. The significantly enhanced molybdenum and chromium formulation provides superior pitting resistance, higher crevice corrosion protection, and improved defense against chemical attack from sulfuric, phosphoric, and organic acids compared to standard 316/316L grades.
With an extra-low carbon limit (≤ 0.030% C), SS 317L is immune to intergranular chromium-carbide precipitation during fusion welding, eliminating the necessity for post-weld solution annealing in process plant fabrication. Manufactured strictly in compliance with ASTM A312, ASTM A213, ASTM A269, and ASME Section II pressure vessel codes, our SS 317L seamless and welded piping systems deliver high tensile strength (minimum 515 MPa / 75 ksi) and exceptional ductility (elongation ≥ 35%). These pipes and tubes provide reliable performance across flue gas desulfurization (FGD) scrubbers, pulp and paper chlorination stages, dye vats, chemical tankers, and high-chloride marine condenser systems.
| Specification Parameter | Standard Specification / Technical Value |
|---|---|
| Nominal Size Range (Seamless) | 1/8" NB to 24" NB (Outer Diameter: 6.00 mm to 609.6 mm OD) |
| Nominal Size Range (Welded / ERW / EFW) | 1/8" NB to 48" NB (Outer Diameter: 6.00 mm to 1219.2 mm OD / Custom to 100") |
| Wall Thickness & Schedules | 0.30 mm to 50.0 mm (SCH 5S, SCH 10S, SCH 40S/STD, SCH 80S/XS, SCH 160, SCH XXS) |
| Governing Standards | ASTM A312 / ASME SA312, ASTM A213, ASTM A269, ASTM A249, ASTM A358, ASTM A376, ASTM A409 |
| Manufacturing Methods | Cold Drawn Seamless (CDS), Hot Finished Seamless, High-Frequency ERW, TIG/Plasma Welded, LSAW |
| Heat Treatment & Delivery State | Solution Annealed at 1040°C – 1150°C (1900°F – 2100°F) followed by rapid water quench; Bright Annealed (BA) |
| Standard Lengths | Single Random Length (SRL), Double Random Length (DRL), Custom Cut Lengths up to 30,000 mm (30m) |
| End Configurations & Protection | Plain Square Cut End (PE), Beveled End (BE 30°/37.5° per ASME B16.25), Threaded Ends with Protective Plastic Caps |
| Nominal Pipe Size (NPS) | Outside Diameter (OD mm / in.) | Wall Thickness (WT mm / in.) | Nominal Schedule | Nominal Weight (kg/m) | Nominal Weight (lb/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2" NB | 21.34 mm (0.840") | 1.65 mm (0.065") | SCH 10S | 0.81 kg/m | 0.54 lb/ft |
| 1/2" NB | 21.34 mm (0.840") | 2.77 mm (0.109") | SCH 40S / STD | 1.29 kg/m | 0.85 lb/ft |
| 1/2" NB | 21.34 mm (0.840") | 3.73 mm (0.147") | SCH 80S / XS | 1.65 kg/m | 1.09 lb/ft |
| 3/4" NB | 26.67 mm (1.050") | 1.65 mm (0.065") | SCH 10S | 1.03 kg/m | 0.69 lb/ft |
| 3/4" NB | 26.67 mm (1.050") | 2.87 mm (0.113") | SCH 40S / STD | 1.71 kg/m | 1.13 lb/ft |
| 3/4" NB | 26.67 mm (1.050") | 3.91 mm (0.154") | SCH 80S / XS | 2.23 kg/m | 1.48 lb/ft |
| 1" NB | 33.40 mm (1.315") | 1.65 mm (0.065") | SCH 5S | 1.31 kg/m | 0.88 lb/ft |
| 1" NB | 33.40 mm (1.315") | 2.77 mm (0.109") | SCH 10S | 2.13 kg/m | 1.43 lb/ft |
| 1" NB | 33.40 mm (1.315") | 3.38 mm (0.133") | SCH 40S / STD | 2.54 kg/m | 1.68 lb/ft |
| 1" NB | 33.40 mm (1.315") | 4.55 mm (0.179") | SCH 80S / XS | 3.29 kg/m | 2.17 lb/ft |
| 1-1/4" NB | 42.16 mm (1.660") | 2.77 mm (0.109") | SCH 10S | 2.73 kg/m | 1.83 lb/ft |
| 1-1/4" NB | 42.16 mm (1.660") | 3.56 mm (0.140") | SCH 40S / STD | 3.44 kg/m | 2.31 lb/ft |
| 1-1/2" NB | 48.26 mm (1.900") | 2.77 mm (0.109") | SCH 10S | 3.16 kg/m | 2.12 lb/ft |
| 1-1/2" NB | 48.26 mm (1.900") | 3.68 mm (0.145") | SCH 40S / STD | 4.11 kg/m | 2.72 lb/ft |
| 1-1/2" NB | 48.26 mm (1.900") | 5.08 mm (0.200") | SCH 80S / XS | 5.49 kg/m | 3.63 lb/ft |
| 2" NB | 60.33 mm (2.375") | 2.77 mm (0.109") | SCH 10S | 3.99 kg/m | 2.64 lb/ft |
| 2" NB | 60.33 mm (2.375") | 3.91 mm (0.154") | SCH 40S / STD | 5.52 kg/m | 3.66 lb/ft |
| 2" NB | 60.33 mm (2.375") | 5.54 mm (0.218") | SCH 80S / XS | 7.60 kg/m | 5.03 lb/ft |
| 2-1/2" NB | 73.03 mm (2.875") | 3.05 mm (0.120") | SCH 10S | 5.35 kg/m | 3.59 lb/ft |
| 2-1/2" NB | 73.03 mm (2.875") | 5.16 mm (0.203") | SCH 40S / STD | 8.77 kg/m | 5.89 lb/ft |
| 3" NB | 88.90 mm (3.500") | 3.05 mm (0.120") | SCH 10S | 6.56 kg/m | 4.34 lb/ft |
| 3" NB | 88.90 mm (3.500") | 5.49 mm (0.216") | SCH 40S / STD | 11.47 kg/m | 7.58 lb/ft |
| 3" NB | 88.90 mm (3.500") | 7.62 mm (0.300") | SCH 80S / XS | 15.51 kg/m | 10.26 lb/ft |
| 4" NB | 114.30 mm (4.500") | 3.05 mm (0.120") | SCH 10S | 8.50 kg/m | 5.62 lb/ft |
| 4" NB | 114.30 mm (4.500") | 6.02 mm (0.237") | SCH 40S / STD | 16.32 kg/m | 10.80 lb/ft |
| 4" NB | 114.30 mm (4.500") | 8.56 mm (0.337") | SCH 80S / XS | 22.67 kg/m | 15.00 lb/ft |
| 6" NB | 168.28 mm (6.625") | 3.40 mm (0.134") | SCH 10S | 14.04 kg/m | 9.30 lb/ft |
| 6" NB | 168.28 mm (6.625") | 7.11 mm (0.280") | SCH 40S / STD | 28.69 kg/m | 18.99 lb/ft |
| 6" NB | 168.28 mm (6.625") | 10.97 mm (0.432") | SCH 80S / XS | 43.21 kg/m | 28.60 lb/ft |
| 8" NB | 219.08 mm (8.625") | 3.76 mm (0.148") | SCH 10S | 20.27 kg/m | 13.62 lb/ft |
| 8" NB | 219.08 mm (8.625") | 8.18 mm (0.322") | SCH 40S / STD | 43.20 kg/m | 28.55 lb/ft |
| 8" NB | 219.08 mm (8.625") | 12.70 mm (0.500") | SCH 80S / XS | 65.63 kg/m | 43.39 lb/ft |
| Element | ASTM A312 TP317L (%) | UNS S31703 (%) | DIN 1.4438 / X2CrNiMo18-15-4 (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carbon (C, Max) | 0.030 | 0.030 | 0.030 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 18.00 – 20.00 | 18.00 – 20.00 | 17.50 – 19.50 |
| Nickel (Ni) | 11.00 – 15.00 | 11.00 – 15.00 | 13.00 – 15.00 |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 3.00 – 4.00 | 3.00 – 4.00 | 3.00 – 4.00 |
| Manganese (Mn, Max) | 2.00 | 2.00 | 2.00 |
| Silicon (Si, Max) | 0.75 (1.00 Max) | 0.75 | 1.00 |
| Phosphorus (P, Max) | 0.040 (0.045 Max) | 0.040 | 0.045 |
| Sulfur (S, Max) | 0.030 | 0.030 | 0.015 |
| Nitrogen (N, Max) | 0.10 | 0.10 | 0.10 |
| Iron (Fe) | Balance | Balance | Balance |
| Mechanical Property | ASTM A312 TP317L Specified Limits | Typical Production Values |
|---|---|---|
| Tensile Strength, Ultimate (Min) | 515 MPa (75 ksi / 75,000 psi) | 560 – 620 MPa |
| Yield Strength (0.2% Proof, Min) | 205 MPa (30 ksi / 30,000 psi) | 240 – 290 MPa |
| Elongation in 2 in. / 50 mm (Min) | 35% – 40% Min | 45% – 55% |
| Hardness (Rockwell B / Brinell, Max) | 95 HRB Max / 217 HBW Max | 82 – 88 HRB (155 – 185 HBW) |
| Density & Melting Point | Density: 8.00 g/cm³ (8000 kg/m³) | Melting Point: 1454°C (2650°F) |
| Modulus of Elasticity | 193 GPa (28 x 10⁶ psi) | Poisson's Ratio: 0.28 – 0.30 |
| Thermal Expansion (0–100°C / 0–538°C) | 17.2 µm/m·°C (0–100°C) | 18.4 µm/m·°C (0–538°C) |
| Thermal Conductivity & Specific Heat | 16.2 W/m·K at 100°C | 21.5 W/m·K at 500°C | Specific Heat (0–100°C): 500 J/kg·K |
| Electrical Resistivity | 720 nΩ·m | Creep Rupture Strength: High (> 500°C) |
Stainless Steel 317L high-molybdenum corrosion-resistant pipes and tubes are utilized across demanding chemical, marine, and process industries:
Stainless Steel 317L high-molybdenum corrosion-resistant pipes and tubes are utilized across demanding chemical, marine, and process industries:
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