1. Overview of ASTM A213 T5 Alloy Steel Tubing
ASTM A213 T5 is a chromium-molybdenum alloy steel grade designed for high-temperature and high-pressure service in boilers, superheaters, and heat exchangers. The addition of chromium and molybdenum significantly improves oxidation resistance, creep strength, and structural stability at elevated temperatures. Because of these properties, T5 tubes are widely used in power generation, petrochemical plants, refineries, and other demanding thermal environments.
At Womic Steel, ASTM A213 T5 tubes are manufactured under strict quality control systems and supplied in accordance with international standards. Our production complies with ASTM A213 / ASME SA213 requirements, and materials can be delivered with EN 10204 3.1 or 3.2 certification. For European pressure equipment projects, we also provide products compliant with the PED (Pressure Equipment Directive) 2014/68/EU with full traceability and inspection documentation.
With advanced manufacturing facilities and stable raw material supply channels, Womic Steel ensures reliable product quality, flexible customization, and efficient global delivery.
2. Product Specifications and Dimensional Range
ASTM A213 T5 tubes supplied by Womic Steel cover a wide range of diameters and wall thicknesses suitable for boiler tubing, heat exchangers, and pressure piping systems. Both seamless hot finished and cold drawn tubes are available depending on application requirements.
Standard Supply Range
|
Parameter |
Range |
| Outside Diameter | 12.7 mm – 219 mm |
| Wall Thickness | 1.5 mm – 30 mm |
| Length | 6 m – 12 m standard |
| Custom Length | Up to 18 m available |
| Production Type | Seamless Hot Finished / Cold Drawn |
| Surface Condition | Black / Pickled / Shot Blasted |
Dimensional Tolerances (Typical ASTM A213)
|
Parameter |
Tolerance |
| Outside Diameter | ±0.75% |
| Wall Thickness | ±10% |
| Length (Cut Length) | +3 mm / 0 |
| Straightness | ≤1/1000 of length |
| Ovality | Within OD tolerance |
These tolerances ensure compatibility with pressure systems and fabrication processes such as bending, welding, and prefabrication.
3. Chemical Composition of ASTM A213 T5
The chemical composition of T5 alloy steel is designed to provide improved strength and oxidation resistance at elevated temperatures. Chromium enhances corrosion and oxidation resistance, while molybdenum improves high-temperature strength and creep resistance.
Table: Chemical Composition of ASTM A213 T5
|
Element |
Composition (%) |
| Carbon (C) | ≤0.15 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.30 – 0.60 |
| Phosphorus (P) | ≤0.025 |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤0.025 |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤0.50 |
| Chromium (Cr) | 4.00 – 6.00 |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 0.45 – 0.65 |
Strict raw material inspection is conducted before production to ensure compliance with the chemical limits defined by ASTM standards.
4. Mechanical Properties
The mechanical properties of ASTM A213 T5 tubes are optimized for high-temperature applications where structural integrity must be maintained under continuous stress and pressure.
Table: Mechanical Properties
|
Property |
Requirement |
| Tensile Strength | ≥415 MPa |
| Yield Strength | ≥205 MPa |
| Elongation | ≥30% |
| Hardness | ≤85 HRB |
These mechanical characteristics ensure long service life under demanding operating conditions such as boilers and heat exchangers.
5. Manufacturing Process
At Womic Steel, ASTM A213 T5 tubes are produced through a carefully controlled manufacturing process to guarantee consistent metallurgical quality and dimensional accuracy.
Typical Production Process
Raw Material Inspection → Billet Cutting → Heating → Hot Piercing → Hot Rolling → Heat Treatment → Straightening → Non-Destructive Testing → Finishing → Inspection → Packaging
Key production advantages include:
• Controlled heating and rolling parameters
• Precision straightening equipment
• Advanced inspection and testing facilities
• Complete traceability from raw material to finished product
6. Heat Treatment Requirements
Heat treatment plays a critical role in achieving the required mechanical properties and microstructure for ASTM A213 T5 alloy steel tubes.
Typical heat treatment includes:
• Full annealing or isothermal annealing
• Controlled cooling to refine grain structure
• Stress relief treatment if required
This process ensures proper hardness levels and high-temperature performance.
7. Inspection and Testing
Quality assurance is a key part of Womic Steel’s manufacturing philosophy. All ASTM A213 T5 tubes undergo comprehensive inspection and testing procedures.
Standard Inspection Items
• Chemical composition analysis
• Mechanical property testing
• Hydrostatic pressure testing
• Hardness testing
• Flattening test
• Flaring test
Non-Destructive Testing
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Eddy Current Testing (ET)
• Magnetic Particle Testing (MT) if required
Certification
Products can be supplied with:
• EN 10204 3.1 Certificate
• EN 10204 3.2 Certificate (Third-party inspection)
• PED 2014/68/EU compliance documentation
Third-party inspection bodies may include SGS, BV, TÜV, or DNV upon request.
8. Processing and Fabrication Services
In addition to supplying raw tubes, Womic Steel also provides a range of processing services to meet project-specific requirements.
Available services include:
• Tube bending and U-tube fabrication for heat exchangers
• Precision machining and cutting
• Drilling and end finishing
• Prefabricated piping components
• Tube assemblies for industrial systems
These value-added services help customers reduce on-site fabrication time and improve installation efficiency.
9. Applications of ASTM A213 T5 Tubes
Due to their excellent high-temperature strength and oxidation resistance, ASTM A213 T5 tubes are widely used in critical industrial systems.
Typical applications include:
• Boiler tubes
• Superheater tubes
• Heat exchanger tubing
• Petrochemical processing units
• High-temperature pipelines in power plants
Their reliability under elevated temperatures makes them essential components in modern energy infrastructure.
10. Production Capacity and Delivery Advantages
Womic Steel maintains strong manufacturing capacity and raw material supply channels, allowing us to meet both small custom orders and large project demands.
Production advantages include:
• Stable alloy steel billet supply
• Multiple rolling production lines
• Large monthly production capacity
• Flexible manufacturing scheduling
Standard production lead time ranges from 15 to 35 days depending on order size and specifications.
Importantly, there is no minimum order quantity, and even single pieces or small batches can be supplied.
11. Packaging and Global Transportation
To ensure safe delivery, ASTM A213 T5 tubes are carefully packed using export-grade packaging methods.
Packaging options include:
• Steel banded bundles
• Seaworthy wooden cases
• Protective plastic caps on tube ends
• Anti-rust oil coating
• Waterproof wrapping
Womic Steel has extensive experience in global logistics, providing reliable shipping solutions via sea freight, rail transport, and multimodal delivery routes.
12. Why Choose Womic Steel
As an experienced manufacturer and exporter of alloy steel tubes, Womic Steel offers customers a combination of technical expertise, reliable production, and flexible service.
Our advantages include:
• Compliance with international standards (ASTM / ASME / EN)
• PED certification for European pressure equipment projects
• EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 inspection documentation
• Advanced testing and inspection facilities
• Custom processing and fabrication services
• Strong production capacity and stable delivery schedules
• Flexible order quantities with fast response times
These strengths allow Womic Steel to support customers in power generation, petrochemical, and industrial projects worldwide.
13.ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
Standard Production Size Table – ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
Womic Steel manufactures ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes in a wide dimensional range suitable for boilers, superheaters and heat exchangers operating at elevated temperatures. Our production facilities ensure consistent dimensional tolerance and reliable metallurgical properties.
|
Nominal Pipe Size (NPS) |
Outside Diameter (OD) |
Available Schedules |
Product Description |
| 1/2″ NB | 21.3 mm | SCH 20 / 30 / 40 / 80 / 160 | ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes |
| 3/4″ NB | 26.7 mm | SCH 20 / 30 / 40 / 80 / 160 | ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes |
| 1″ NB | 33.4 mm | SCH 20 / 30 / 40 / 60 / 80 / 160 | ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes |
| 1 1/2″ NB | 48.3 mm | SCH STD / 40 / 80 / 160 | ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes |
| 2″ NB | 60.3 mm | SCH 20 / 40 / 60 / 80 / 100 / 160 | ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes |
| 3″ NB | 88.9 mm | SCH STD / 40 / 80 / 160 | ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes |
| 4″ NB | 114.3 mm | SCH 20 / 40 / 60 / 80 / 100 / 160 | ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes |
| 6″ NB | 168.3 mm | SCH 20 / 40 / 60 / 80 / 100 / 160 | ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes |
| 8″ NB | 219.1 mm | SCH 20 / 40 / 60 / 80 / 100 / 160 | ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes |
| 10″ NB | 273 mm | SCH 20 / 40 / 80 / 120 / 160 | ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes |
| 12″ NB | 323.9 mm | SCH 20 / 40 / 80 / 120 / 160 | ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes |
14.Alloy Steel Grade Comparison Table
|
Grade |
Chromium |
Molybdenum |
Temperature Resistance |
Typical Use |
| ASTM A213 T5 | 4–6% | 0.45–0.65% | Up to 600°C | Boiler tubes |
| ASTM A213 T9 | 8–10% | 0.9–1.1% | Up to 650°C | Heat exchangers |
| ASTM A213 T11 | 1.0–1.5% | 0.44–0.65% | Up to 580°C | Superheater tubes |
| ASTM A213 T22 | 2.0–2.5% | 0.87–1.13% | Up to 650°C | Power plant piping |
Among these materials, ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes are widely used for medium-temperature boiler and heat exchanger service.
15.Keyword Matrix – ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
1/2″ NB in Thickness Schedule 20, Schedule 30, Schedule STD, Schedule 40, Schedule 60, Schedule 80, Schedule 100, Schedule 120, Schedule 160, Schedule XXS in ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
3/4″ NB in Thickness Schedule 20, Schedule 30, Schedule STD, Schedule 40, Schedule 60, Schedule 80, Schedule 100, Schedule 120, Schedule 160, Schedule XXS in ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
1″ NB in Thickness Schedule 20, Schedule 30, Schedule STD, Schedule 40, Schedule 60, Schedule 80, Schedule 100, Schedule 120, Schedule 160, Schedule XXS in ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
2″ NB in Thickness Schedule 20, Schedule 30, Schedule STD, Schedule 40, Schedule 60, Schedule 80, Schedule 100, Schedule 120, Schedule 160, Schedule XXS in ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
4″ NB in Thickness Schedule 20, Schedule 30, Schedule STD, Schedule 40, Schedule 60, Schedule 80, Schedule 100, Schedule 120, Schedule 160, Schedule XXS in ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
6″ NB in Thickness Schedule 20, Schedule 30, Schedule STD, Schedule 40, Schedule 60, Schedule 80, Schedule 100, Schedule 120, Schedule 160, Schedule XXS in ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
8″ NB in Thickness Schedule 20, Schedule 30, Schedule STD, Schedule 40, Schedule 60, Schedule 80, Schedule 100, Schedule 120, Schedule 160, Schedule XXS in ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
10″ NB in Thickness Schedule 20, Schedule 30, Schedule STD, Schedule 40, Schedule 60, Schedule 80, Schedule 100, Schedule 120, Schedule 160, Schedule XXS in ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
12″ NB in Thickness Schedule 20, Schedule 30, Schedule STD, Schedule 40, Schedule 60, Schedule 80, Schedule 100, Schedule 120, Schedule 160, Schedule XXS in ASTM A213 Grade T5 Alloy Steel Seamless Tubes
We pride ourselves on our customization services, fast production cycles, and global delivery network, ensuring your specific needs are met with precision and excellence.
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Post time: Mar-09-2026


