Product Details
Bright Annealing TP304 Stainless Steel Pipe Tube SS Pipe For
Instrumentation And Hydraulic Accessories
Products Specification
Standard | ASTM A213, ASTM A269, ASME SA213, ASME SA269 |
Pipe Type | Bright Annealed Stainless Steel Tubing |
Grades | 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 321, 310S, 2205, 2507 |
Dimensions | Outer Diameter (OD): 1.00 mm to 76.2 mm |
Wall Thickness | 0.2 mm to 6.0 mm |
Length | Up to 12 meters (custom lengths available upon request) |
Manufacturing Process | Cold Drawn, Bright Annealed, Seamless |
Material Surface Finish | Bright Annealed (BA), Mirror Polished, No. 4 Finish |
End Type | Plain End (PE), Beveled End (BE), Threaded End (TE) |
Certifications | ISO 9001, EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2, PED, ASME |
Stainless steel BA tube
- Common name: Stainless steel BA pipe, bright annealing pipe,
seamless pipe, gas pipe, clean pipe, bushing, high purity gas pipe.
- Material: 304 precision stainless steel pipe,316L standards are
ASTM A249, A269, A270, 3A, and BPE standard, G3459. JIS G3447.
- Forming method: mainly multi-roll cold rolling, the dimensional
accuracy of the product can reach 0.2%, and the internal surface
finish of the product Ra< 0.45um.
- Product features: accurate size, overall clean, smooth surface, the
inner surface is not polished better than a polished finish
- Raw materials: Special requirements can be used twice furnace
ingot, meet ASTM A269 standard.
- Manufacturing method: cold rolling + fine drawing, dimensional
accuracy of about 0.05mm, inner surface Ra0.4 micron.
- Heat treatment: bright solution (annealing) under the protection of
reducing atmosphere.
- Cleaning method: Ultrasonic cleaning with SC2286 cleaning agent,
that is, must do degreasing and oil removal treatment.
- Inspection: water pressure + eddy current no inspection and other
methods.
- Finishing: Straightening + polishing + sizing.
- Packaging: inkjet +PE bag + cap + shock absorbing packaging + dust
packaging + protective protection.
What are the properties of 304 stainless steel BA tubes?
304stainless steel BA tubes have several specific properties that
make them suitable for various applications. "BA" stands for Bright
Annealed, indicating that the tubes have undergone a bright
annealing process to enhance their properties. Here are some of the
key properties:
- Corrosion Resistance: 304 stainless steel is known for its
excellent corrosion resistance, particularly in aggressive
environments containing acids, chlorides, and other corrosive
substances. This makes it suitable for applications in marine
environments, chemical processing, and medical equipment, among
others.
- High Temperature Resistance: The presence of molybdenum in the 316L
stainless steel alloy enhances its high-temperature resistance,
allowing it to perform well in elevated temperature applications.
- Strength and Ductility: 304 stainless steel offers good strength
and ductility, providing structural integrity and ease of
fabrication.
- Formability: The alloy's good formability makes it suitable for
various shaping processes, such as bending, flaring, and welding,
without significant risk of cracking or deformation.
- Surface Finish: The bright annealing process imparts a smooth,
reflective, and aesthetically pleasing surface finish to the tubes.
This finish is often desired for decorative and sanitary
applications.
- Non-Magnetic: 304 stainless steel is non-magnetic in the annealed
condition, making it suitable for applications where magnetism is
undesirable.
- Biocompatibility: Due to its high corrosion resistance and low
carbon content, 304 stainless steel is widely used in medical
implants and devices where biocompatibility is essential.
What is the significance of "BA" in 304 stainless steel BA tubes?
In the context of 304 stainless steel BA tubes, "BA" refers to
"Bright Annealed." It is a specific finishing process applied to
the stainless steel tubes after they have been formed and welded.
Bright annealing is a heat treatment process that involves heating
the steel to a high temperature in a controlled atmosphere and then
rapidly cooling it. This process helps in achieving several
important characteristics and benefits:
- Bright and shiny surface: Bright annealing imparts a smooth,
polished, and reflective surface to the stainless steel tubes. This
appearance is aesthetically appealing and can be especially useful
in applications where a visually attractive finish is desired.
- Improved corrosion resistance: The bright annealing process helps
to restore the corrosion resistance of the stainless steel,
particularly after welding. The heat treatment removes the scale
and oxide layers formed during the welding process, resulting in a
clean and corrosion-resistant surface.
- Elimination of stress: Welding and forming processes can induce
stresses in the material, which may lead to distortion or even
cracking. Bright annealing helps to relieve these residual
stresses, making the tubes more stable and less prone to
deformation or failure.
- Enhanced cleanliness: The bright annealing process also ensures the
removal of contaminants and impurities from the surface of the
stainless steel tubes, contributing to higher purity and
cleanliness.
- Due to these advantages, 304 stainless steel BA tubes find
applications in industries where hygiene, appearance, and corrosion
resistance are critical, such as in food and beverage processing,
pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and architectural applications.
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