ASTM A213 is the standard specification for seamless ferritic and austenitic alloy steel tubes intended for boilers, superheaters and heat exchangers. The specification covers tubes designed to operate under high temperature and high pressure conditions while maintaining excellent corrosion resistance and mechanical strength.
ASTM A213 Stainless Steel Tubes are widely used in thermal power plants, refineries, petrochemical facilities, chemical processing plants and industrial heat transfer systems where reliable performance and long service life are essential.
ASTM A213 is the standard specification for seamless ferritic and austenitic alloy steel and stainless steel tubes intended for boilers, superheaters and heat exchangers. ASTM A213 Stainless Steel Tubes are widely used in power generation, petrochemical, chemical processing, refinery, pharmaceutical, food processing and heat transfer applications due to their excellent corrosion resistance, high-temperature strength, durability and reliable performance under pressure.
Kamal Steels is a leading supplier and exporter of ASTM A213 Stainless Steel Tubes including ASTM A213 TP304 Tube, ASTM A213 TP304L Tube, ASTM A213 TP316 Tube, ASTM A213 TP316L Tube, ASTM A213 TP321 Tube, ASTM A213 TP347 Tube and ASTM A213 TP310S Tube in various sizes, wall thicknesses and lengths to meet the requirements of boiler, condenser, heat exchanger and industrial process applications worldwide.
Specification
Details
Standard
ASTM A213 / ASME SA213
Product Form
Seamless Tubes
Tube Type
Boiler, Superheater & Heat Exchanger Tubes
Outside Diameter
6.35 mm to 127 mm
Wall Thickness
0.9 mm to 12.7 mm
Length
Random, Cut Length & Custom Length
Types of ASTM A213 Tubes
ASTM A213 Boiler Tubes
ASTM A213 Superheater Tubes
ASTM A213 Heat Exchanger Tubes
ASTM A213 Condenser Tubes
ASTM A213 High Temperature Tubes
Popular ASTM A213 Grades
ASTM A213 TP304 Tube
ASTM A213 TP304L Tube
ASTM A213 TP316 Tube
ASTM A213 TP316L Tube
ASTM A213 TP321 Tube
ASTM A213 TP310S Tube
ASTM A213 TP347 Tube
Why ASTM A213 is Used in Heat Exchangers?
ASTM A213 tubes provide excellent heat transfer efficiency, corrosion resistance and mechanical strength at elevated temperatures. Their seamless construction reduces the risk of leakage and improves reliability in demanding heat exchanger applications.
These tubes are widely selected for condensers, boilers and heat recovery systems because they can withstand continuous exposure to pressure, temperature fluctuations and corrosive process fluids.
ASTM A213 Tube Dimensions
Outside Diameter
Wall Thickness
6.35 mm
0.9 mm - 1.65 mm
12.7 mm
1.0 mm - 2.5 mm
19.05 mm
1.2 mm - 3.0 mm
25.4 mm
1.2 mm - 4.0 mm
38.1 mm
1.5 mm - 5.0 mm
50.8 mm
2.0 mm - 6.0 mm
Chemical Composition
ASTM A213 grades such as TP304, TP304L, TP316 and TP316L contain controlled levels of chromium and nickel to provide excellent corrosion resistance and high-temperature performance. The exact chemical composition varies depending on the selected grade and application requirements.
Mechanical Properties
ASTM A213 tubes are manufactured to meet specified tensile strength, yield strength and elongation requirements. These mechanical properties ensure reliable performance under pressure and temperature conditions commonly found in industrial heat transfer systems.
Industries Using ASTM A213 Tubes
Thermal Power Plants
Nuclear Power Plants
Petrochemical Plants
Oil Refineries
Chemical Processing Industry
Fertilizer Plants
Heat Exchanger Manufacturers
Boiler Manufacturers
Marine Industry
Process Equipment Manufacturing
ASTM A213 Tube Supplier in India
Kamal Steels is a trusted supplier, stockist and exporter of ASTM A213 Stainless Steel Tubes in India. We offer ASTM A213 TP304, TP304L, TP316, TP316L, TP321 and TP310S tubes with Mill Test Certificates, third-party inspection support and worldwide delivery.
Our ASTM A213 tubes are available in various dimensions and specifications to meet the requirements of power generation, petrochemical and heat exchanger applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM A213 is used for seamless stainless steel and alloy steel boiler tubes, superheater tubes and heat exchanger tubes operating under high temperature and high pressure conditions.
ASTM A213 covers seamless boiler tubes, superheater tubes, heat exchanger tubes and condenser tubes manufactured from ferritic and austenitic alloy steels.
ASTM A213 is designed for high-temperature applications such as boilers and heat exchangers, whereas ASTM A269 is intended for general service, instrumentation and corrosion-resistant tubing applications.
Common ASTM A213 grades include TP304, TP304L, TP316, TP316L, TP321, TP310S and TP347 stainless steel tubes used across various industrial applications.
ASTM A213 tubes offer excellent heat transfer efficiency, corrosion resistance and high-temperature strength, making them ideal for heat exchangers, condensers and thermal processing equipment.
ASTM A213 primarily covers seamless stainless steel and alloy steel tubes that provide superior strength, reliability and leak-free performance in critical applications.
ASTM A213 tubes are widely used in power plants, refineries, petrochemical plants, chemical processing industries, fertilizer plants, marine applications and heat exchanger manufacturing.
ASTM A213 tubes are available in various outside diameters, wall thicknesses and lengths depending on application requirements, project specifications and industry standards.
Yes, ASTM A213 stainless steel tubes provide excellent resistance to corrosion, oxidation and scaling, especially in high-temperature and aggressive process environments.
Yes, Kamal Steels supplies ASTM A213 stainless steel tubes with Mill Test Certificates (MTC), EN 10204 3.1 certification and third-party inspection reports upon request.
