ASME SA179 Seamless Carbon Steel Tubing: Cold-Drawn Low-Carbon Steel Tube For Heat-Exchanger

ASME SA179 seamless carbon steel tubing is engineered for use in heat exchangers and condensers. Renowned for its high durability and ability to withstand extreme conditions, it is a preferred material in various industrial applications. This article delves into its material properties, specifications, key features, chemical composition, mechanical properties, steel grades, applications, and possible alternative grades.

Material

ASME SA179 tubing is made from cold-drawn, low-carbon steel. This manufacturing process enhances its strength and surface finish, making it ideal for critical temperature environments. Its composition ensures good formability and weldability, which are critical in heat exchanger manufacturing.

Specification

ASME SA179 specifications cover seamless, cold-drawn, low-carbon steel tubes designed specifically for heat exchangers and similar applications. The standards ensure that the material satisfies the rigid quality requirements necessary for high-performance industrial components.

Key Features

• Seamless Construction: Eliminates the risk of weak welds, enhancing longitudinal strength.
• Cold-Drawn Process: Increases tensile strength and improves surface finish.
• Low-Carbon Steel: Enhances weldability and machinability.
• Thermal Stability: Well-suited for high-temperature applications in heat exchangers.

Chemical Composition

The chemical composition of ASME SA179 is crucial for its performance. Below is a typical breakdown:

Mechanical Properties

ASME SA179 tubes must adhere to precise mechanical properties to ensure effective performance under pressure and temperature variations. The table below outlines the mechanical requirements:

Steel Grade

ASME SA179 tubing is primarily available in a single steel grade that adheres to the foregoing specifications. Its low-carbon, high-manganese steel composition is formulated for improved strength and shape retention.

Application

These tubes play a critical role in several industrial domains:

• Heat Exchangers: Utilized extensively due to their thermal stability.
• Condensers: Chosen for their ability to withstand pressure fluctuations and corrosion.
• Boiling Equipment: Utilized in various forms of boilers due to high thermal tolerance.

Possible Alternative Grades

In certain situations, alternative steel grades might be utilized to meet specific application requirements:

• ASTM A214: Electric-resistance-welded carbon steel heat exchanger tubes.
• ASTM A210: Medium-carbon steel tubes for boiler and superheater services.
• ASTM A213: Seamless ferritic and austenitic alloy steel boiler, superheater, and heat exchanger tubes.

These alternatives might be considered when specific application demands exceed the capabilities of ASME SA179.

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O.D. 4-350mm, 
W.T. 0.5-30mm, 
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Carbon Steel Grade:
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E155, E195, E215, E235, E275, E355;
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Carbon steel tube: SA178, A179, A192, A210, SA213, SA214, etc.
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Carbon steel tube: A179,A192,A210,DIN17175,etc.

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GCr15 52100 suj2 suj3 100Cr6 SKF3S SKF3S 20CrNiMo 8620H 4118H;

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N02200/2201, N04400, N06600, N06601, N06625, N06852, N06219, N06690, N08800/8810/8811, N08825, N08028, N08535, N08904, N08925, N08926, N010276, N06022, etc.

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304/304L, 316/316L, 314, 321, 347H, 316Ti, 316LMod, 317L/N, 310S, 253MA, 330, 904L, S31254, XM-19, etc. 

Ferrite/Martensite Stainless Steel Grade:
TP410, TP405, TP420, TP430, TP430Ti, TP403, TP409, TP444, TP439, TP446, etc. 

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