ASTM A335 Chrome Moly Pipe

ASTM A335 Chrome Moly Pipe

Your Ultimate Guide To High-temperature Piping Solutions

Astm a335 chrome moly pipes offer superior strength, heat resistance, and pressure performance—ideal for boilers, superheaters, and heat exchangers.

ASTM A335 is commonly used for power generation, refineries, and petrochemical industries, especially in high-temperature service applications. Below are the equivalents of ASTM A335 in other standards:

ASTM A335 Alloy Pipes

ASTM A335/ASME SA335 is a specification that covers seamless ferritic alloy steel pipe for high-temperature service. It includes various grades of chrome moly alloy pipes, such as P1, P5, P9, P11, P12, P22, P91, and others.

What is ASTM A335 Chrome Moly Pipe?

ASTM A335 is a seamless ferritic alloy-steel pipe designed for high-temperature service, offering outstanding performance in thermal and pressure systems.

High Temperature Resistance

Withstands temperatures up to 650°C, making it suitable for boilers, superheaters, and pressure vessels.

Corrosion Resistance

Resists oxidation and corrosive media commonly found in harsh industrial and high-temperature environments.

Mechanical Strength

Delivers stable performance under thermal stress and high pressure, ideal for demanding applications.

ASTM A335 Chrome Moly Pipe is widely used in power generation, refineries, and petrochemical plants where long-term reliability and resistance to elevated temperatures are critical. Grades such as P11, P22, and P91 offer different balances of strength and heat resistance for specific needs.

ASTM A335 Pipe Grades and Technical Data

ASTM Specification pipe confirming to ASTM A335 shall have the following chemical properties. Tensile and Hardness Requirements The tensile properties of the ASTM A335 pipe shall conform to the requirements as prescribed. Pipe of Grades P91, P92, and P122 shall have a hardness not exceeding 250 HB/265 HV [25 HRC]. For pipe of Grades P91, P92, P122, and P911, Brinell, Vickers, or Rockwell hardness tests shall be made on a specimen from each lot (see Note 7). These pipe bear high resistance to rupture at high temperature and pressures. With hydrogen crack resistance and sulfide stress corrosion cracking chrome moly pipe are highly preferred over Carbon pipe.

Chemical Composition of ASTM A335 Pipe
Grade C Mn P max S max Si Cr Mo V N Others
P1 0.1-0.2 0.3-0.8 0.025 0.025 0.1-0.5 1.0-1.5 0.44-0.65 / / /
P2 0.1-0.2 0.3-0.61 0.025 0.025 0.1-0.3 0.5-0.81 0.44-0.65 / / /
P5 ≤0.15 0.3-0.6 0.025 0.025 ≤0.5 4.0-6.0 0.45-0.65 / / /
P5b ≤0.15 0.3-0.6 0.025 0.025 1.0-2.0 4.0-6.0 0.45-0.65 / / /
P5c ≤0.12 0.3-0.6 0.025 0.025 ≤0.5 4.0-6.0 0.45-0.65 / / /
P9 ≤0.15 0.3-0.6 0.025 0.025 0.25-1.0 8.0-10.0 0.9-1.1 / / /
P11 0.05-0.15 0.3-0.6 0.025 0.025 0.5-1.0 1.0-1.5 0.44-0.65 / / /
P12 0.05-0.15 0.3-0.61 0.025 0.025 ≤0.5 0.8-1.25 0.44-0.65 / / /
P15 0.05-0.15 0.3-0.6 0.025 0.025 1.15-1.65 / 0.44-0.65 / / /
P21 0.05-0.15 0.3-0.6 0.025 0.025 ≤0.5 2.65-3.35 0.8-1.06 / / /
P22 0.05-0.15 0.3-0.6 0.025 0.025 ≤0.5 1.9-2.6 0.87-1.13 / / /
P23 0.04-0.1 0.1-0.6 0.03 0.01 ≤0.5 1.9-2.6 0.05-0.3 0.2-0.3 ≤0.015 Cb(0.02-0.08), B(0.001-0.006)
Al(≤0.03), W(1.45-1.75)
Ni(≤0.4), Ti(0.005-0.060)
P24 0.05-0.1 0.3-0.7 0.02 0.01 0.15-0.45 2.2-2.6 0.9-1.1 0.2-0.3 ≤0.012 Ti(0.06-0.1), Al(≤0.02)
B(0.0015-0.007)
P36 0.1-0.17 0.8-1.2 0.03 0.025 0.25-0.50 ≤0.30 0.25-0.50 ≤0.02 ≤0.02 Ni(1.0-1.3), Cu(0.5-0.8)
Cb(0.015-0.045), Al(≤0.050)
P91 0.08-0.12 0.3-0.6 0.02 0.01 0.2-0.5 8.0-9.5 0.85-1.05 0.18-0.25 0.03-0.07 Ni(≤0.4), Al(≤0.02), Cb(0.06-0.1)
Ti(≤0.01), Zr(≤0.01)
P92 0.07-0.13 0.3-0.6 0.02 0.01 ≤0.50 8.5-9.5 0.3-0.6 0.15-0.25 0.03-0.07 Ni(≤0.4), AL(≤0.02), Cb(0.04-0.09)
W(1.5-2.0), B(0.001-0.006)
Ti(≤0.01), Zr(≤0.01)
P122 0.07-0.14 ≤0.7 0.02 0.01 ≤0.50 10.0-11.5 0.25-0.6 0.15-0.3 0.04-0.1 Ni(≤0.5), Al(≤0.02), Ti(≤0.01)
W(1.5-2.5), Cu(0.3-1.7), Zr(≤0.01)
Cb(0.04-0.1), B(0.0005-0.005)
P911 0.09-0.13 0.3-0.6 0.02 0.01 0.1-0.5 8.5-9.5 0.9-1.1 0.18-0.25 0.04-0.09 Ni(≤0.4), Cb(0.06-0.1)
B(0.0003-0.006), Al(≤0.02)
W(0.9-1.1), Ti(≤0.01), Zr(≤0.01)
Chrome Moly Pipes: Werkstoff vs EN vs ASTM
Werkstoff / DIN EN ASTM
1.5415 16Mo3 A335 Grade P1
1.7335 13CrMo4-5 A335 Grade P11, P12
1.738 10CrMo9-10 A335 Grade P22
1.7362 X11CrMo5 A335 Grade P5
A335 Grade P9
1.4903 X10CrMoVNb9-1 A335 Grade P91
Chrome Moly Pipes: Mechanical Properties
Property P-5 P-9 P-11 P-22 P-91
Tensile Strength, min. Minimum tensile strength values
ksi 60 60 60 60 85
MPa 415 415 415 415 585
Yield Strength, min. Minimum yield strength values
ksi 30 30 30 30 60
MPa 205 205 205 205 415

Product Analysis At the request of the purchaser, an analysis of two pipe from each lot shall be made by the manufacturer. A lot of ASTM A335 pipe shall consist of the following: NPS Designator Under 2 400 or fraction thereof 2 to 5 200 or fraction thereof 6 and over 100 or fraction thereof. Note: ASTM A335 P91 shall not have a hardness not exceeding 250 HB/265 HV [25HRC].

Heat Treatment Requirements
Grade Heat Treatment Type Normalizing Temperature Range F [C] Subcritical Annealing or Tempering
Temperature Range F [C]
A335 P5 (b,c) Full or Isothermal Anneal - -
Normalize and Temper ***** 1250 [675]
Subcritical Anneal (P5c only) ***** 1325 – 1375 [715 - 745]
A335 P9 Full or Isothermal Anneal - -
Normalize and Temper ***** 1250 [675]
A335 P11 Full or Isothermal Anneal - -
Normalize and Temper ***** 1200 [650]
A335 P22 Full or Isothermal Anneal - -
Normalize and Temper ***** 1250 [675]
A335 P91 Normalize and Temper 1900-1975 [1040 - 1080] 1350-1470 [730 - 800]
Quench and Temper 1900-1975 [1040 - 1080] 1350-1470 [730 - 800]
FAQ

ASTM A335/ASME SA335 covers seamless ferritic alloy steel pipes for high-temperature service. Its equivalents include DIN 17175 (e.g., 13CrMo44, 10CrMo910), EN 10216-2, and GB standards like 15CrMo5 and 12Cr2Mo. Grade-specific equivalents include ASTM A213 T11 and A369 FP11.

ASTM A335 pipes are used in high-temperature and high-pressure environments, such as in boilers, superheaters, and heat exchangers in power plants, refineries, petrochemical facilities, and chemical processing plants.

ASTM A335 P11 pipe is a seamless chrome moly alloy pipe with Cr content of 1.00–1.50%, Mo content of 0.44–0.65%, minimum tensile strength of 415 MPa, and minimum yield strength of 205 MPa. Common lengths are 6m, 12m, or customized.

ASTM A333 is designed for low-temperature applications (down to -50°F), using carbon or low-alloy steel. ASTM A335 is for high-temperature use, utilizing alloy steel with elements like Cr and Mo. A333 is used in LNG/refrigeration systems, while A335 is used in boilers and power plants.

ASTM A335 is the standard specification for seamless ferritic alloy-steel pipes intended for high-temperature service. It’s commonly referred to as chrome moly pipe and is available in grades like P5, P9, P11, P22, and P91.

Yes. ASTM A335 Chrome Moly Pipe is specifically designed to handle high-pressure environments effectively, especially in power generation and petrochemical systems.

While ASTM A335 pipes may be susceptible to corrosion, especially in aggressive environments, applying proper coatings or using corrosion-resistant alloys significantly enhances their performance.

ASTM A335 Chrome Moly Pipes are manufactured through a seamless hot-finished or cold-drawn process, ensuring structural integrity and reliability under high-pressure and high-temperature conditions.

Unlike seamed pipes, ASTM A335 Chrome Moly Pipes are seamless, eliminating welded joints and weak points. This provides superior strength and reliability under extreme temperature and pressure.

Industrial Applications

ASTM A335 chrome moly pipes are widely used in various industries due to their excellent mechanical properties and resistance to high temperatures.

Power Generation

Used in high-temperature and high-pressure boiler tubes, superheaters, and reheaters for efficient energy conversion.

Oil & Gas

Applied in refineries and petrochemical plants to transport high-temperature hydrocarbons.

Chemical Processing

Used in facilities handling corrosive and high-temperature fluids during various chemical reactions.

Nuclear Power

Employed in nuclear power plants for critical piping systems resistant to extreme heat and pressure.

Industrial Heating

Used in furnaces and heat exchangers due to excellent resistance to high temperature and thermal fatigue.

Steam Systems

Applied in high-pressure steam systems in industries like pulp and paper where thermal durability is essential.

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