ASTM A789 S31803 Duplex Seamless Tube

ASME SA789 · UNS S31803 · 22Cr duplex (original 2205 chemistry window)


Duplex Stainless Steel Pipes

Savoy Piping Inc. supplies ASTM A789 S31803 seamless tubes — 22% Cr duplex stainless (ferrite–austenite) — higher strength and chloride resistance than 316L.

A790 Seamless · A790 Welded · A789 Tube · A928 EFW · Duplex hub

What is A789 S31803?

Duplex/super duplex tube for heat transfer and process duty. typical duplex min yield ~450 MPa (65 ksi), tensile ~620 MPa (90 ksi) — confirm A790/A789 PO.

Typical applications

  • Heat-exchanger and cooler tubes
  • Oil & gas process and seawater piping
  • Chemical process with chlorides
  • Pressure systems needing higher allowable stress than austenitic

Selection guidance

Many POs now prefer tighter S32205. Do not mix S31803/S32205 without engineer approval. Temp window typically avoids prolonged >250–300°C and deep cryogenic.

ASTM A789 UNS 31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes

ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Specification ASTM A789, ASTM A790, ASTM A928, ASME SA789, ASME SA790, ASME SA928
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Grades UNS S32205, UNS S31803, UNS S32750, UNS S32760, SAF® 2205, SAF® 2507, FERRINOX® 225, AMINOX® 225, ZERON® 100
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Type Seamless / Welded / ERW / EFW / Cold Draw / Hot Finish / Cold Finish
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Outer Diameter Size Seamless - 1/2" NB TO 18" NB
Welded / ERW- 1" NB TO 16" NB
EFW - 8" NB TO 110" NB
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Wall Thickness Schedule 10 to Schedule 160 (3 mm to 100 mm Thickness)
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Length 01 Meter to 12.5 Meters, Single Random Length, Double Random Length And Customize Size.
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Ends Plain Ends / Beveled Ends
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Delivery Conditions As Rolled, Formed, Stress Relieved, Annealed, Hardened, Tempered, Cold Draw, Bright Annealed
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Coating Electropolish, Mechanical Polish, Satin Finish, Passivated
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Other Testing Product Analysis, Transverse Tension Test, Flattening Test, Etching Test, Radiograph HIC Examination, Stabilizing Heat Treatment, Intergranular Corrosion Test, Weld Decay Test, Magnetic Particle Detection, Grain Size Test, NACE 0175, Dual Grade, PWHT (POST WELD HEAT TREATMENT), Flare Test, Bend Test, Hardness Test, Tensile Test etc
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Dimension All Pipes Is Manufactured and Inspected / Tested to the Relevant standards including ASTM And ASME
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Value Added Services Draw / Expansion / Machining / Sand Blasting / Shot Blasting / Heat Treatment
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Packaging Loose / Bundle / Wooden Pallet / Wooden box-a / Plastic Cloth Wraps / Plastic End Caps / Beveled Protector
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Shipment & Transportation By Road - Truck / Train, By Sea - Break-bulk Conventional Vessel / FCL (Full Container Load) / LCL (Less Container Load) / 20 Feet Container / 40 Feet Container / 4 Feet Container / High Cube Container / Open Top Container, By Air - Freighter Civil Passenger and Cargo Planes
ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Material Test Certificate Manufacturer Test Certificate As Per EN10204 3.1, 3.2 / Laboratory Test Certificate From NABL Approved Lab. / Under Third Party Inspection Agency Like SGS, TUV, DNV, LLOYDS, ABS ETC

Chemical Composition of ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes

Composition ranges for 2205 grade stainless steels

Grade C Mn Si P S Cr Mo Ni N
2205 (UNS S31803) Min Max - 0.030 - 2.00 - 1.00 - 0.030 - 0.020 21.0 - 23.0 2.5 - 3.5 4.5 - 6.5 0.08 - 0.20
2205 (UNS S32205) Min Max - 0.030 - 2.00 - 1.00 - 0.030 - 0.020 22.0 - 23.0 3.0 - 3.5 4.5 - 6.5 0.14 - 0.20

Mechanical Composition of ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes

The typical Mechanical Properties of grade 2205 stainless steels are listed in the table below. Grade S31803 has similar Mechanical Properties to that of S32205.

Grade Tensile Strength
(MPa) min
Yield Strength
0.2% Proof
(MPa) min
Elongation
(% in 50mm) min
Hardness
Rockwell C (HR C) Brinell (HB)
UNS S32205 / 2205 620 448 25 31 max 293 max

Physical Properties OF ASTM A789 UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes

The physical properties of grade 2205 stainless steels are tabulated below. Grade S31803 has similar physical properties to that of S32205.

Grade Density
(kg/m3)
Elastic
Modulus
(GPa)
Mean Co-eff of Thermal
Expansion (μm/m/°C)
Thermal
Conductivity (W/m.K)
Specific
Heat
0-100°C
( J/kg.K)
Electrical
Resistivity
(nΩ.m)
0-100°C 0-315°C 0-538°C at 100°C at 500°C
UNS S32205 / 2205 7800 190 13.7 14.2 - 19 - 418 850

Grade Specification Comparison

The grade comparison for 2205 stainless steels. The values are a comparison of functionally similar materials. Exact equivalents may be obtained from the original specifications.

Grade UNS
No
Old British Euronorm Swedish SS Japanese JIS
BS En No Name
2205 S31803 / S32205 318S13 - 1.4462 X2CrNiMoN22-5-3 2377 SUS 329J3L

Possible Alternative Grades

Given below is a list of possible alternative grades, which may be chosen in place of 2205.

Grade Reasons for choosing the grade
904L Better formability is needed, with similar corrosion resistance and lower strength.
UR52N+ High resistance to corrosion is required, e.g. resistance to higher temperature seawater.
6%Mo Higher corrosion resistance is required, but with lower strength and better formability.
316L The high corrosion resistance and strength of 2205 are not needed. 316L is lower cost.

UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Pipe & Tubes Corrosion Resistance

Grade 2205 stainless steel exhibits excellent corrosion resistance, much higher than that of grade 316. It resists localized corrosion types like intergranular, crevice and pitting. The CPT of this type of stainless steel is around 35°C. This grade is resistant to chloride stress corrosion cracking (SCC) at temperatures of 150°C. Grade 2205 stainless steels are apt replacements to austenitic grades, especially in premature failure environments and marine environments.

UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Pipe & Tubes Heat Resistance

The high oxidation resistance property of Grade 2205 is marred by its embrittlement above 300°C. This embrittlement can be modified by a full solution annealing treatment. This grade performs well at temperatures below 300°C.

UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Pipe & Tubes Heat Treatment

The best suited heat treatment for this grade is solution treatment (annealing), between 1020 - 1100°C, followed by rapid cooling. Grade 2205 can be work hardened but cannot be hardened by thermal methods.

UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Pipe & Tubes Welding

Most standard welding methods suit this grade, except welding without filler metals, which results in excess ferrite. AS 1554.6 pre-qualifies welding for 2205 with 2209 rods or electrodes so that the deposited metal has the right balanced duplex structure.

Adding nitrogen to the shielding gas ensures that adequate austenite is added to the structure. The heat input must be maintained at a low level, and the use of pre or post heat must be avoided. The co-efficient of thermal expansion for this grade is low; hence the distortion and stresses are lesser than that in austenite grades.

UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Pipe & Tubes Machining

The machinability of this grade is low due to its high strength. The cutting speeds are almost 20% lower than that of grade 304.

UNS S31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Pipe & Tubes Fabrication

The fabrication of this grade is also affected by its strength. Bending and forming of this grade requires equipment with larger capacity. Ductility of grade 2205 is lesser than austenitic grades; therefore, cold heading is not possible on this grade. In order to carry out cold heading operations on this grade, intermediate annealing should be carried out.

ASTM A789 UNS 31803 Duplex Stainless Steel Tubes Applications

The Duplex Stainless Steel Pipes and Tubes is used in the following Applications:-

  • Chemical Processing, Transport and Storage
  • Oil and Gas Exploration and Offshore Rigs
  • Mil and Gas Refining
  • Marine Environments
  • Pollution Control Equipment
  • Pulp & Paper Manufacturing
  • Chemical Process Plant

Frequently asked questions — ASTM A789 S31803 Seamless Tube

What is ASTM A789 S31803?

A789 covers seamless and welded duplex stainless tubes for general corrosive service. S31803: 22% Cr duplex stainless (ferrite–austenite) — higher strength and chloride resistance than 316L.

A789 vs A790?

A789 = tube; A790 = pipe. Match the noun on the purchase order.

Typical uses?

Oil & gas process and seawater piping; Chemical process with chlorides; Pressure systems needing higher allowable stress than austenitic

Welding / bending?

Use qualified duplex procedures; control heat input. U-bends may need post-bend heat treatment when specified.

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