Stainless steel pipes are primarily utilized in piping systems that transfer fluids or gases. We make steel pipe out of a steel alloy that contains nickel and chromium, two elements that give stainless steel its corrosion resistance. As a result, stainless steel pipes are corrosion resistant, making them an excellent low-maintenance option for high temperatures and chemicals applications. Stainless steel pipe is also highly preferred for food, beverage, and even pharmaceutical applications since it is simple to clean and disinfect.
Welding or extrusion are two popular processes for producing stainless steel tubing. The welding procedure includes shaping steel into a pipe shape and joining the seams to keep the shape. Extrusion is the process of producing a seamless product by heating steel rods and then piercing them through the center to form a pipe.
Although the terms “pipe” and “tube” are sometimes used interchangeably to describe the same object, it is crucial to understand the distinction. For example, steel pipes are measured by the inner diameter (ID), whereas steel tubes are measured by the exterior diameter (OD) and wall thickness, despite having the same cylindrical shape. Another distinction is that pipes carry fluids and gases, whereas tubes are utilized to construct pieces or structural components.
Stainless steel pipes are corrosion resistant and have a long lifespan
Totten Tubes offers stainless steel tubing welded and produced to ASTM A-312 and ASME SA-312 specifications and is available in grades 304/L and 316/L. Our welded stainless tubing is typically available in widths ranging from 1/8″ nominal to 24″ nominal. We also provide seamless stainless-steel pipes made to ASTM A-312 standards and available in the 304/L and 316L steel grades. Our seamless stainless pipes are usually available in nominal sizes ranging from 1/8″ to 8″.
Some of the most common applications of stainless steel pipes include:
Textile operations
Oil and gas processing
Breweries
Water treatment plants
Fertilizers and pesticides
Chemical applications
Construction
Food processing
Pharmaceuticals
Automotive components
Stainless Steel Pipes Offer a Range of Benefits for Your Application
Stainless steel is a highly versatile material used for a wide range of indoor and outdoor applications. Using stainless materials for your pipe project provides several advantages, including:
Durable
Lightweight
Long-lasting
Handles high flow rates
Scratch-resistant
Easy to machine
Easy to sanitize
Superior corrosion resistance
Low-maintenance
Recyclable, environmentally-friendly material
What’s the Difference between 304 and 316 Stainless Steel?
Stainless steel of the 300 series grade is a chromium-nickel alloy used to make various goods, including stainless steel tubes and steel pipes. Both 304 and 316 steel pipes are robust enough to keep their strength at high temperatures, resist corrosion, and are easy to maintain. The material you choose is primarily determined by how you want to use the pipe and the environment it will be installed.
Because it is corrosion-resistant and simple to sterilize, type 304 stainless steel is perhaps the most commonly utilized. This type of steel is commonly used in the food and beverage industry and construction.
Type 316 stainless steel pipe is corrosion-resistant and simple to clean, although it is more resistant to chemical and solvent corrosion. Because of its resistance to chloride corrosion, 316 stainless steel is recommended for industrial and surgical uses and outdoor and marine applications.
