Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes Manufacturer in India

What arre Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes?

Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipe is a duplex stainless steel pipe manufactured without a welded seam, providing a combination of austenitic and ferritic stainless steel properties. UNS S31803 offers high strength, good corrosion resistance and improved resistance to chloride-induced pitting, crevice corrosion and stress corrosion cracking compared with conventional austenitic stainless steel grades.

Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes are commonly selected for demanding piping systems where high mechanical strength and corrosion resistance are required. They are used in oil and gas, chemical processing, petrochemical, marine, power generation, desalination and other industrial applications involving corrosive fluids and demanding service conditions.

Kamal Steels is a Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipe Manufacturer and Stockist in India, supplying pipes in different sizes, schedules, wall thicknesses, lengths, end preparations and surface finishes. Material Test Certificates, inspection documents, testing and export-standard packaging can be provided according to project and customer requirements.

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Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipe Specifications

Kamal Steels manufactures and stocks Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes in accordance with internationally recognized ASTM, ASME and EN standards. Our seamless pipes are available in various outside diameters, wall thicknesses, schedules, and custom lengths to meet the requirements of offshore, marine, petrochemical, oil & gas, and chemical processing industries. Every pipe is manufactured under strict quality control procedures to ensure dimensional accuracy, superior mechanical properties, and long-term corrosion resistance.

Product Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes
Material Grade UNS S31803 / WNR 1.4462
Standard ASTM A790, ASTM A789, ASME SA790, ASME SA789
Pipe Type Seamless
Outside Diameter ½" NB to 24" NB
Wall Thickness SCH 5S to SCH XXS
Length Single Random, Double Random, 6 Meter, Custom Cut Lengths
End Type Plain End, Beveled End, Threaded End
Surface Finish Annealed, Pickled, Polished
Testing PMI, Hydrostatic Test, Ultrasonic Test, Eddy Current Test, Flattening Test, Flaring Test, Chemical & Mechanical Testing
Certification EN 10204 3.1 / Mill Test Certificate

UNS S31803 Seamless Pipe Weight Chart

The weight of Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes depends on the outside diameter, wall thickness and pipe length. The following chart provides approximate theoretical weights for commonly used pipe sizes. Actual weight may vary according to dimensional tolerances, applicable manufacturing standards and supplied length.

Nominal Pipe Size Outside Diameter Wall Thickness Approx. Weight
1/2" NB 21.3 mm 2.77 mm 1.30 kg/m
1" NB 33.4 mm 3.38 mm 2.59 kg/m
2" NB 60.3 mm 3.91 mm 5.42 kg/m
3" NB 88.9 mm 5.49 mm 11.50 kg/m
4" NB 114.3 mm 6.02 mm 16.61 kg/m
6" NB 168.3 mm 7.11 mm 29.36 kg/m
8" NB 219.1 mm 8.18 mm 44.22 kg/m
10" NB 273.0 mm 9.27 mm 61.88 kg/m
12" NB 323.9 mm 9.53 mm 74.27 kg/m

UNS S31803 Seamless Pipe Size Range

Kamal Steels manufactures Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes in a wide range of sizes and dimensions for demanding industrial piping systems. Pipes can be supplied in different schedules, wall thicknesses and lengths to meet project requirements. Customized dimensions and cut lengths are also available according to customer drawings and specifications.

  • Outside Diameter: 6 mm to 610 mm
  • Nominal Bore: 1/8" NB to 24" NB
  • Wall Thickness: 0.5 mm to 40 mm
  • Standard Length: Up to 6 meters
  • Custom Cut Lengths Available
  • Large Diameter Pipes Available on Request

ASTM A790 UNS S31803 Seamless Pipe

ASTM A790 UNS S31803 Seamless Pipe is manufactured from Duplex Stainless Steel UNS S31803 for applications requiring a combination of high mechanical strength and corrosion resistance. ASTM A790 covers seamless and welded ferritic, austenitic and duplex stainless steel pipe intended for corrosive environments and demanding industrial service.

UNS S31803 is a duplex stainless steel grade with a two-phase austenitic-ferritic microstructure. It provides good resistance to chloride pitting, crevice corrosion and stress corrosion cracking, making ASTM A790 UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes suitable for demanding process, oil and gas, chemical, marine and water-treatment applications.

Parameter ASTM A790 UNS S31803 Seamless Pipe
Material Grade Duplex Stainless Steel UNS S31803
UNS Number S31803
Product Form Seamless Pipe
Material Type Duplex Stainless Steel
Specification ASTM A790 / ASME SA790
Microstructure Austenitic-Ferritic Duplex
Corrosion Resistance Good Resistance to Pitting, Crevice Corrosion and SCC
Typical Service Corrosive and High-Strength Industrial Applications
Certification Material Test Certificate Available as Required

UNS S31803 vs UNS S32205 Seamless Pipe


UNS S31803 and UNS S32205 are duplex stainless steel grades with austenitic-ferritic microstructures and are widely used where high strength and corrosion resistance are required. UNS S32205 is commonly associated with the modern 2205 duplex grade and generally provides higher specified nitrogen and minimum mechanical strength requirements than the original S31803 chemistry.

The selection between UNS S31803 and UNS S32205 Seamless Pipe depends on the applicable material specification, chemical composition, mechanical-property requirements, corrosion conditions and project design requirements.

Property UNS S31803 UNS S32205
Material Type Duplex Stainless Steel Duplex Stainless Steel
Microstructure Austenitic-Ferritic Austenitic-Ferritic
Nominal Grade Duplex 31803 Duplex 2205
UNS Number S31803 S32205
Nitrogen Lower specified range Higher specified minimum
Mechanical Strength High Higher minimum strength requirements
Corrosion Resistance Good Very Good
Typical Selection Duplex piping where S31803 requirements are specified Modern duplex 2205 applications requiring higher specified strength and corrosion performance
Common Pipe Standard ASTM A790 ASTM A790

Chemical Composition of Duplex Steel UNS S31803

The carefully balanced chemical composition of Duplex Steel UNS S31803 provides its characteristic combination of high strength and exceptional corrosion resistance. Chromium, molybdenum and nitrogen significantly improve resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion, while nickel helps maintain the balanced duplex microstructure required for superior mechanical performance.

Element Composition (%)
Carbon (C)0.03 Max
Manganese (Mn)2.00 Max
Silicon (Si)1.00 Max
Phosphorus (P)0.03 Max
Sulphur (S)0.02 Max
Chromium (Cr)21.0 – 23.0
Nickel (Ni)4.5 – 6.5
Molybdenum (Mo)2.5 – 3.5
Nitrogen (N)0.08 – 0.20
Iron (Fe)Balance

Mechanical Properties of Duplex Steel UNS S31803

Duplex Steel UNS S31803 offers significantly higher yield strength than conventional austenitic stainless steels while maintaining excellent toughness and ductility. These mechanical properties make it an ideal material for pressure-containing applications and heavy-duty industrial piping systems.

Property Value
Tensile Strength620 MPa Minimum
Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)450 MPa Minimum
Elongation25% Minimum
Hardness290 HB Max

Equivalent Grades of Duplex Steel UNS S31803

Standard Equivalent Grade
UNSS31803
Werkstoff Number1.4462
ENX2CrNiMoN22-5-3
AFNORZ3 CrNi 22.05 AZ
ASTMA790 / A789
ASMESA790 / SA789

Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipe Applications


Application Typical Use
Process Piping High-strength piping for corrosive process fluids and industrial services
Oil & Gas Piping Production, gathering and process piping exposed to chloride-containing environments
Pressure Piping High-pressure fluid-transfer systems where high mechanical strength is required
Heat Exchangers Process piping and heat-transfer equipment exposed to corrosive fluids
Chemical Process Piping Corrosive fluid handling and chemical process systems
Marine Piping Marine equipment and piping exposed to seawater and chloride environments
Desalination Systems Seawater intake, treatment and process piping applications
Water Treatment Industrial water and corrosive fluid-handling systems

Industries Using UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes

Industry Typical Applications
Oil & Gas Process piping, production systems and corrosive fluid handling
Petrochemical Process lines, pressure piping and plant equipment
Chemical Processing Corrosive process piping and chemical fluid-transfer systems
Marine Seawater piping, marine equipment and offshore systems
Power Generation Selected process, cooling and utility piping systems
Desalination Seawater intake, desalination and water-treatment piping
Water Treatment Industrial water, wastewater and corrosive fluid-handling systems
Fertilizer Chemical process piping and high-strength fluid-transfer systems
Mining Slurry, process fluid and corrosive material-handling systems
Offshore Engineering Corrosion-resistant piping and equipment for offshore facilities

Frequently Asked Questions

Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes are high-strength stainless steel pipes manufactured without a welded joint. They feature a balanced austenitic-ferritic microstructure, offering excellent resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, chloride stress corrosion cracking, and superior mechanical strength for demanding industrial applications.

These seamless pipes are commonly manufactured in accordance with ASTM A790, ASTM A789, ASME SA790, and ASME SA789 standards, ensuring consistent quality, dimensional accuracy, and reliable performance.

Duplex Steel UNS S31803 offers nearly twice the yield strength of Stainless Steel 316 along with superior resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, and chloride stress corrosion cracking. It also provides longer service life in aggressive chemical and marine environments.

These pipes are widely used in offshore platforms, oil & gas processing, petrochemical plants, chemical industries, desalination plants, marine engineering, pulp & paper mills, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and water treatment facilities.

Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes are available in various outside diameters, wall thicknesses, schedules, and custom lengths. Standard sizes generally range from ½" NB to 24" NB with schedules including SCH 5S, SCH 10S, SCH 40S, SCH 80S, XS, and XXS.

Quality inspections typically include Hydrostatic Testing, Positive Material Identification (PMI), Ultrasonic Testing, Eddy Current Testing, Chemical Analysis, Mechanical Testing, Dimensional Inspection, and Visual Examination to ensure compliance with international standards.

Yes. Due to their seamless construction and high mechanical strength, Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes are well suited for high-pressure, high-temperature, and corrosive process systems where reliability and safety are critical.

Yes. Duplex Steel UNS S31803 provides excellent resistance to seawater corrosion, chloride attack, and stress corrosion cracking, making it a preferred material for offshore platforms, marine piping systems, and desalination plants.

Yes. Kamal Steels supplies Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes with EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificates, material traceability, inspection reports, and third-party inspection certificates upon customer request.

Kamal Steels is a trusted manufacturer and stockist of Duplex Steel UNS S31803 Seamless Pipes, offering certified materials, strict quality control, extensive ready stock, customized sizes, competitive pricing, complete documentation, and timely delivery to customers across India and international markets.