ASTM A333 Grade 6
ASTM A333 Grade 6 - industrial steel pipe
ASTM A333 low temperature pipe is widely used in low-temperature pressure piping systems for oil & gas, LNG, petrochemical and power plant applications requiring high impact toughness.
They are low- to medium-carbon (0.20 to 0.30%), high-manganese (0.70 to 1.60%), silicon (0.15 to 0.60%) steels, which have a fine-grain structure with uniform carbide dispersion.
ASTM A333 specification covers nominal (average) wall seamless and welded carbon and alloy steel pipe intended for use at low temperatures down to -45°C (-50°F). A333 pipe is furnished to nine different grades designated by numbers 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, & 11.
The ASTM A333 Low Temperature Pipe is commonly used in industries such as power generation, refineries, petrochemical plants, and other process piping applications where low-temperature service is required. The material composition of the pipe includes carbon, manganese, phosphorus, sulfur, silicon, nickel, and chromium, among others, with the addition of low-temperature heat treatment to ensure the pipe's toughness and impact strength at low temperatures.
ASTM A333 Low Temperature Pipe is available in several sizes ranging from 1/4" to 42", with various wall thickness schedules such as SCH 10, SCH 20, SCH 40, SCH STD, SCH 80, SCH XS to SCH 160, and SCH XXS. The lengths can be single random, double random, or 20 ft and 40 ft, and the pipe ends types can be plain or beveled.
Sunny Steel Supply supplies a full range of ASTM A333 (ASME S/A 333)
ASTM A333 is the standard specification for seamless and welded carbon and alloy steel pipe for low temperature service or other applications requiring notch toughness.
Several grades of ferritic steel are included. Some product sizes may not be available under this specification because heavier wall thicknesses have an adverse affect on low-temperature impact properties. The pipe shall be made by the seamless or welding process with the addition of no filler metal in the welding operation. All seamless and welded pipes shall be treated to control their microstructure. Tensile tests, impact tests, hydrostatic tests, and nondestructive electric tests shall be made in accordance to specified requirements.
ASTM A333 alloy pipe shall be made by the seamless or welding process with the addition of no filler metal in the welding operation. All seamless and welded pipes shall be treated to control their microstructure. Tensile tests, impact tests, hydrostatic tests, and nondestructive electric tests shall be made in accordance to specified requirements. Some product sizes may not be available under this specification because heavier wall thicknesses have an adverse affect on low-temperature impact properties.
ASTM A333 steel pipe production includes a series of visual surface imperfections to guarantee that they have been properly manufactured. ASTM A333 steel pipe shall be subject to rejection if surface imperfections acceptable are not scattered, but appear over a large area in excess of what is considered a workmanlike finish. The finished pipe shall be reasonably straight.
Surface imperfections that penetrate more than 12½ % of the nominal wall thickness or encroach on the minimum wall thickness shall be considered defects. ASTM A333 steel pipe with such defects shall be given one of the following dispositions:
ASTM A333 Grade 6 pipe is a low-temperature carbon steel pipe that is typically used in applications where the pipe will be exposed to temperatures below -45°C. Because of its superior notch toughness, it performs well in cryogenic conditions and has demonstrated durability at temperatures as low as -452°F. This makes it the perfect candidate for applications where the pipe will be subject to cold temperatures throughout construction and/or operation.
A333 Seamless Pipe (ASME S/A-333) comes in nominal pipe sizes 1/4″ to 24″ O.D.
Pipe dimensions range from 1/2″ to 24″ O.D. for A333 welded pipes (ASME S/A-333).
Carbon and alloy steel pipe with a nominal (average) wall thickness intended for low temperature operation is covered by ASTM A333. There are several ferritic steel grades included in this standard. A106 GR. B Carbon Steel Seamless Pipes Some product sizes may not be available under this specification because heavier wall thicknesses harm low-temperature impact properties.
The difference between ASTM A333 and ASTM A106 is that ASTM A333 is a low-temperature carbon steel pipe that can be used as a structural pipe, while ASTM A106 is a non-structural carbon pipe that is used in high-temperature applications.
The ASTM A106 Gr.B carbon steel Pipe is valued for its high tensile strength and toughness, high oxidation resistance, and prolonged durability. Additionally, the Seamless Pressure ASTM A106 Pipe has wide applications in industries such as the gas and oil industry, water, heating, pipeline construction, and many others.
However, the ASTM A106 Gr.B carbon steel Pipe should be used only at temperatures less than 430°C, as exceeding this temperature can result in a reduction in its mechanical properties. The pipe is therefore not suitable for very high-temperature services.
| Grade | Tensile Strength (MPa） | Yield Point (MPa) | Elongation (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y | X | |||
| ASTM A333 Grade 1 | ≥380 | ≥205 | ≥35 | ≥25 |
| ASTM A333 Grade 3 | ≥450 | ≥240 | ≥30 | ≥20 |
| ASTM A333 Grade 4 | ≥415 | ≥240 | ≥30 | ≥16.5 |
| ASTM A333 Grade 6 | ≥415 | ≥240 | ≥30 | ≥16.5 |
| ASTM A333 Grade 7 | ≥450 | ≥240 | ≥30 | ≥22 |
| ASTM A333 Gr. 8 | ≥690 | ≥515 | ≥22 | |
| ASTM A333 Grade 9 | ≥435 | ≥315 | ≥28 | |
| ASTM A333 Grade 10 | ≥550 | ≥450 | ≥22 | |
| ASTM A333 Grade 11 | ≥450 | ≥240 | ≥18 | |
*The elongation values are furnished on the basis of standard round 2 inch or 50 mm(or 4D) specimens.
*Elongation of Grade 11 is for all walls and small sizes tested in full section.
| Grade | Chemical Composition (%) | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | Si | Mn | P | S | Cr | Ni | Cu | Mo | V | Al | |
| Grade 1 | ≤0.30 | 0.40-1.06 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.025 | |||||||
| Grade 3 | ≤0.19 | 0.18-0.37 | 0.31-0.64 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.025 | 3.18-3.82 | |||||
| Grade 4 | ≤0.12 | 0.18-0.37 | 0.50-1.05 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.025 | 0.44-1.01 | 0.47-0.98 | 0.40-0.75 | 0.04-0.30 | ||
| Grade 6 | ≤0.30 | ≥0.10 | 0.29-1.06 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.025 | ||||||
| Grade 7 | ≤0.19 | 0.13-0.32 | ≤0.90 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.025 | 2.03-2.57 | |||||
| Grade 8 | ≤0.13 | 0.13-0.32 | ≤0.90 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.025 | 8.40-9.60 | |||||
| Grade 9 | ≤0.20 | 0.40-1.06 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.025 | 1.60-2.24 | 0.75-1.25 | |||||
| Grade 10 | ≤0.20 | 0.10-0.35 | 1.15-1.50 | ≤0.03 | ≤0.015 | ≤0.15 | ≤0.25 | ≤0.015 | ≤0.50 | ≤0.12 | ≤0.06 |
| Grade 11 | ≤0.10 | ≤0.35 | ≤0.6 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.025 | ≤0.50 | 35.0-37.0 | ≤0.50 | |||
*For Grade 1 and 6, each reduction of 0.01% C below 0.30%, an increase of 0.05 % Mn above 1.06 % would be permitted to a max. of 1.35%.
*For Grade 6, the limit for columbium may be increased up to 0.05 % on heat analysis and 0.06 % on product analysis.
*Generally, the carbon equivalent C.E = [C + Mn/6 + (Cr + Mo + V)/5 + (Ni + Cu)/15] shall not exceed 0.43% by heat analysis.
| No. | Order No. | Size description | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O.D. /mm | W.T. /mm | Legnth /m | ||
| 1 | A333 Gr.6 A333 Gr.6/X42NS | 10-127 | 1-20 | 6-12.0 |
| 42-114.3 | 3.5-6 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 42-114.3 | 6-12 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 114.3-180 | 3.8-8 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 114.3-180 | 8-22 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 68-180 | 10-14 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 69-254 | 14-55 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 140-340 | 6-8 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 140-368 | 8-42 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 318-720 | 14-50 | 4-12.5 | ||
| 2 | A333 Gr.6/X52QS | 42-114.3 | 3.5-12 | 6-12.2 |
| 114.3-180 | 3.8-22 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 68-254 | 10-40 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 140-368 | 6-40 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 318-720 | 14-40 | 4-12.5 | ||
| 140-368 | 6-25 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 318-720 | 14-25 | 4-12.5 | ||
| 3 | 16MnDG | 10-127 | 1-20 | 6-12.0 |
| 42-114.3 | 3.5-12 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 114.3-180 | 3.8-22 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 68-254 | 10-55 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 140-368 | 6-42 | 6-12.2 | ||
| 318-720 | 14-120 | 4-12.5 | ||
| Crade | The lowest temperature for strike test | |
|---|---|---|
| ℉ | ℃ | |
| ASTM A333 Grade 1 | -50 | -45 |
| ASTM A333 Grade 3 | -150 | -100 |
| ASTM A333 Grade 4 | -150 | -100 |
| ASTM A333 Grade 6 | -50 | -45 |
| ASTM A333 Grade 7 | -100 | -75 |
| ASTM A333 Grade 8 | -320 | -195 |
| ASTM A333 Grade 9 | -100 | -75 |
| ASTM A333 Grade 10 | -75 | -60 |
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Alloy steel pipes are widely used in high-temperature, high-pressure and corrosive service environments where conventional carbon steel pipes cannot provide sufficient mechanical strength or long-term reliability.
Manufactured from premium alloy steels containing chromium, molybdenum, nickel and other alloying elements, these pipes provide excellent resistance to heat, pressure, oxidation and corrosion, making them ideal for demanding industrial processes.
Alloy steel pipes offer superior performance under severe operating conditions. Their enhanced mechanical properties provide excellent resistance to elevated temperatures, internal pressure, corrosion and long-term creep deformation.
Alloy steel pipes are selected for critical applications where operating temperatures, pressures or corrosive media exceed the capabilities of carbon steel.
| Service Condition | Typical Application |
|---|---|
| High Temperature | Boilers, superheaters, steam headers |
| Low Temperature | Cryogenic processing systems |
| High Pressure | Power generation and process piping |
| Corrosive Media | Chemical and petrochemical plants |
| Long-Term Creep Service | Thermal power stations |
| Product Type | Common Standards |
|---|---|
| Seamless Pipes | ASTM A335 P1, P5, P9, P11, P22, P91 |
| Butt Weld Fittings | ASTM A234 WP1, WP5, WP9, WP11, WP22, WP91 |
| Forged Fittings & Flanges | ASTM A182 F1, F5, F9, F11, F22, F91 |
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Chemical composition inspection, mechanical properties test(tensile strength,yield strength, elongation, flaring, flattening, bending, hardness, impact test), surface and dimension test, non-destructive test, hydrostatic test.
Identification of the chemical composition of the metal used to manufacture the fitting. Uses PMI sensors, including X-ray fluorescence or optical emission spectrometry.
