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Product Name: Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipe (Grades 304/L, 316/L)

Product Description
Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipe is the industry-standard, multipurpose piping solution, renowned for its optimal balance of corrosion resistance, mechanical strength, and exceptional ease of fabrication. Characterized by a non-magnetic, ductile microstructure derived from its chromium-nickel composition, this pipe family delivers reliable, long-term performance across a remarkably broad spectrum of temperatures and service environments. It is the fundamental choice for projects demanding a proven, cost-effective, and versatile material.

Product Overview
This product line encompasses pipes manufactured to stringent international standards such as ASTM A312. Available in seamless and welded forms, the range includes standard grades 304/L for general use and 316/L for enhanced chloride resistance. With various wall thicknesses (schedules) and finishes—from industrial mill finish to hygienic electropolish—it is engineered to meet both functional and aesthetic requirements, offering outstanding weldability and formability for efficient project execution.

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Product Applications
The versatility of austenitic stainless steel pipe makes it indispensable across multiple sectors.

1. General Industrial Processing: Used for transporting water, chemicals, solvents, and utilities in manufacturing, chemical, and petrochemical plants.

2. Sanitary & High-Purity Systems: Essential for piping in food & beverage, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries where hygiene and cleanability are critical.

3. Architecture & Construction: Employed in handrails, structural supports, façades, and decorative applications due to its durability and finish options.

4. Heat Exchanger Tubes: Utilized in condensers, heaters, and cooling systems, with specific grades suitable for elevated temperatures.

5. Marine & Offshore: Selected for specific non-critical seawater and onboard systems requiring reliable corrosion resistance.

Product Advantages
Selecting this material provides significant practical and economic benefits.

1. Superior Fabrication Efficiency: Excellent weldability and formability enable rapid, cost-effective installation, modification, and complex system fabrication with standard tools and techniques.

2. Excellent Life-Cycle Value: Offers an optimal balance of initial cost, minimal maintenance needs, and long service life, resulting in a low total cost of ownership for most standard applications.

3. Proven Versatility & Availability: As the most common type of stainless steel pipe, it is readily available worldwide in a full range of sizes and forms, simplifying sourcing and ensuring project flexibility.

4. Reliable Performance: Delivers consistent corrosion resistance and mechanical integrity across a wide temperature range, from cryogenic to moderately high heat, ensuring system safety and durability.

Product Functions
The engineered properties of this pipe enable it to perform critical roles in diverse systems.

1. Provide Reliable Corrosion Protection: Serves as a durable barrier against a wide array of corrosive media, preserving system integrity and fluid purity in demanding environments.

2. Ensure System Hygiene: Offers a smooth, non-porous, and inert surface that resists bacterial adhesion and is easily sterilized, meeting stringent sanitary and clean-in-place (CIP) requirements.

3. Facilitate Easy Installation & Maintenance: Allows for straightforward cutting, bending, and joining, supporting efficient construction, future expansions, and repairs with minimal downtime.

4. Withstand Operational Stresses: Maintains structural integrity under internal pressure, thermal cycling, and physical loads due to its good strength and high ductility

FAQ

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2. How long is your delivery time?
Generally it is 5-10 days if the goods are in stock. or it is 15-20 days if the goods are not in stock, it is according to quantity.
3. Do you provide samples ? is it free or extra ?
Yes, we could offer the sample for free charge but need pay the cost of freight.
4. What is your terms of payment ?
Payment<=1000USD, 100% in advance. Payment>=1000USD, 50% T/T in advance ,balance before shippment.