Brief: Need quick answers about practical use? This video highlights the essentials. Watch as we explore the 3-inch diameter Super Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipe UNS S31653, showcasing its applications in orthopaedic implants, trauma nails, and surgical instruments. You'll see how its compliance with ASTM F138 and superior corrosion resistance makes it ideal for demanding medical and chemical processing environments.
Related Product Features:
Manufactured as a 3-inch diameter super austenitic stainless steel pipe in UNS S31653 grade, available in straight, coiled, and seamless forms.
Specifically designed for critical medical applications including orthopaedic implants, trauma nails, neurological devices, and surgical instruments.
Complies with key manufacturing standards such as ASTM F138 and ASTM F2181, ensuring reliability for high-performance uses.
Offers excellent corrosion resistance, with a PREN value of 25.0, making it suitable for chloride-rich environments up to 2000 ppm.
Features a balanced composition with chromium (16-18%), molybdenum (2-3%), and nickel (10-14%) for enhanced durability and strength.
Provides robust mechanical properties including a minimum yield strength of 30 ksi and ultimate tensile strength of 75 ksi.
Available in various wall thicknesses from Sch5 to Sch160XXS, catering to diverse industrial and medical specifications.
Suitable for global markets including America, Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, with certifications like ISO9001.
FAQs:
What are the primary applications for the Dia 3 Inch Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipe UNS S31653?
This pipe is primarily used in orthopaedic implants, trauma nails, neurological applications, and surgical instruments, making it essential for the medical industry, as well as in chemical processing and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
Which manufacturing standards does this stainless steel pipe comply with?
It complies with ASTM F138 and ASTM F2181 standards, and can also be manufactured to meet individual customer specifications, ensuring high quality and consistency for specialized applications.
How does the UNS S31653 grade enhance corrosion resistance in medical environments?
The UNS S31653 grade offers superior pitting and crevice corrosion resistance due to its molybdenum and nitrogen content, with a PREN of 25.0, making it suitable for environments with up to 2000 ppm chloride, though it is not recommended for seawater applications.
What are the available forms and sizes for this austenitic stainless steel pipe?
It is available in straight, coiled, and seamless forms, with sizes ranging from 1/2 inch to 48 inches for seamless pipes and 16 inches to 72 inches for welded pipes, accommodating various medical and industrial needs.