Duplex Steel UNS S32205 Seamless Pipes Manufacturer in India

What are Duplex Steel UNS S32205 Seamless Pipes?

Duplex Steel UNS S32205 Seamless Pipe is a duplex stainless steel pipe manufactured without a welded seam, combining the properties of austenitic and ferritic stainless steels. UNS S32205, commonly known as Duplex 2205, provides high mechanical strength along with excellent resistance to chloride-induced pitting, crevice corrosion and stress corrosion cracking.

Duplex Steel UNS S32205 Seamless Pipes are selected for demanding piping systems where high strength, corrosion resistance and reliable performance are required. They are commonly used in oil and gas, petrochemical, chemical processing, marine, desalination, power generation and other industrial applications involving corrosive fluids and demanding service conditions.

Kamal Steels is a Duplex Steel UNS S32205 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.

Duplex Steel UNS S32205 Seamless Pipes

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Duplex Steel UNS S32205 Seamless Pipe Specifications

Kamal Steels manufactures Duplex Steel UNS S32205 Seamless Pipes in compliance with international ASTM, ASME and EN standards to ensure consistent quality and dependable performance. Our seamless pipes are supplied in various sizes, schedules, wall thicknesses, and custom lengths for critical industrial applications requiring superior corrosion resistance and high mechanical strength.

ProductDuplex Steel UNS S32205 Seamless Pipes
Material GradeUNS S32205 / WNR 1.4462
StandardsASTM A790, ASTM A789, ASME SA790, ASME SA789
Pipe TypeSeamless
Outside Diameter½" NB to 24" NB
Wall ThicknessSCH 5S to SCH XXS
LengthSingle Random, Double Random, 6 Meter, Custom Cut Lengths
End TypePlain End, Bevelled End, Threaded End
Surface FinishAnnealed, Pickled, Polished
CertificationEN 10204 3.1 / Mill Test Certificate

UNS S32205 Seamless Pipe Weight Chart

The weight of Duplex Steel UNS S32205 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 S32205 Seamless Pipe Size Range

Kamal Steels manufactures Duplex Steel UNS S32205 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 according to project requirements. Customized dimensions and cut lengths are also available based on 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 S32205 Seamless Pipe


ASTM A790 UNS S32205 Seamless Pipe is manufactured from Duplex Stainless Steel UNS S32205 for corrosive and high-strength piping applications. UNS S32205 is commonly identified with Duplex 2205 and combines austenitic and ferritic properties to provide high mechanical strength and good resistance to chloride-induced corrosion.

ASTM A790 UNS S32205 Seamless Pipes are supplied in different nominal sizes, wall thicknesses and schedules to meet industrial piping requirements. They are commonly selected for oil and gas, chemical processing, petrochemical, marine, desalination and other applications where both corrosion resistance and mechanical strength are important.

Parameter ASTM A790 UNS S32205 Seamless Pipe
Material Grade Duplex Stainless Steel UNS S32205
UNS Number S32205
Common Grade Name Duplex 2205
Product Form Seamless Pipe
Material Type Duplex Stainless Steel
Specification ASTM A790 / ASME SA790
Microstructure Austenitic-Ferritic
Corrosion Resistance Good Resistance to Pitting, Crevice Corrosion and SCC
Typical Service Corrosive and High-Strength Industrial Applications

UNS S32205 vs UNS S31803 Seamless Pipe


UNS S32205 and UNS S31803 are duplex stainless steel grades with austenitic-ferritic microstructures. They have similar nominal alloy chemistry, but UNS S32205 is the commonly specified modern Duplex 2205 grade and has tighter requirements for certain alloying elements and mechanical properties.

The choice between UNS S32205 and UNS S31803 Seamless Pipe should be based on the applicable material specification, chemical composition, required mechanical properties, corrosion conditions and project requirements.

Property UNS S32205 UNS S31803
Material Type Duplex Stainless Steel Duplex Stainless Steel
Common Grade Name Duplex 2205 Duplex 31803
UNS Number S32205 S31803
Microstructure Austenitic-Ferritic Austenitic-Ferritic
Mechanical Strength High High
Corrosion Resistance Very Good Good
Chloride Resistance Excellent Very Good
Typical Selection Modern Duplex 2205 piping applications Applications specifically requiring UNS S31803
Common Pipe Standard ASTM A790 ASTM A790

Chemical Composition of Duplex Steel UNS S32205

The optimized chemical composition of Duplex Steel UNS S32205 provides an ideal balance between corrosion resistance, strength, and weldability. Chromium, molybdenum, nickel, and nitrogen work together to improve resistance to chloride attack and localized corrosion.

Element Composition (%)
Carbon (C)0.03 Max
Silicon (Si)1.00 Max
Manganese (Mn)2.00 Max
Phosphorus (P)0.03 Max
Sulphur (S)0.02 Max
Chromium (Cr)22.0 – 23.0
Nickel (Ni)4.5 – 6.5
Molybdenum (Mo)3.0 – 3.5
Nitrogen (N)0.14 – 0.20
Iron (Fe)Balance

Mechanical Properties of Duplex Steel UNS S32205

Duplex Steel UNS S32205 exhibits excellent tensile strength, high yield strength, and outstanding toughness, making it suitable for pressure piping systems operating in severe industrial environments.

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

Equivalent Grades of Duplex Steel UNS S32205

Standard Equivalent Grade
UNSS32205
Werkstoff1.4462
ENX2CrNiMoN22-5-3
ASTMA790 / A789
ASMESA790 / SA789

Features of Duplex Steel UNS S32205 Seamless Pipes

  • Balanced duplex microstructure for superior mechanical strength.
  • Approximately twice the yield strength of conventional austenitic stainless steels.
  • Excellent resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion.
  • Outstanding resistance to chloride stress corrosion cracking.
  • High resistance to corrosion fatigue and erosion.
  • Excellent performance in seawater and marine environments.
  • Leak-free seamless construction for high-pressure applications.
  • Good weldability and fabrication characteristics.
  • Excellent toughness at low and moderate operating temperatures.
  • High dimensional accuracy with smooth internal and external surfaces.
  • Reduced maintenance requirements and extended service life.
  • Available in multiple schedules, wall thicknesses, and custom lengths.

Duplex Steel UNS S32205 Seamless Pipe Applications

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

Industries Using UNS S32205 Seamless Pipes

Industry Typical Applications
Oil & Gas Production, process piping 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 and marine equipment
Desalination Seawater intake, desalination and water-treatment systems
Power Generation Cooling, process and utility piping systems
Fertilizer Chemical process piping and corrosive fluid handling
Water Treatment Industrial water, wastewater and process piping
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 S32205 Seamless Pipes are high-strength stainless steel pipes manufactured without welded joints. They combine austenitic and ferritic microstructures to provide excellent mechanical strength, superior corrosion resistance, and outstanding performance in aggressive industrial environments.

UNS S32205 is a tighter composition-controlled version of UNS S31803 with a higher minimum chromium, molybdenum, and nitrogen content. This provides more consistent corrosion resistance and improved mechanical properties in demanding service conditions.

These seamless pipes are manufactured according to ASTM A790, ASTM A789, ASME SA790, and ASME SA789 standards, ensuring excellent quality, dimensional accuracy, and reliable industrial performance.

They offer approximately twice the yield strength of conventional stainless steels, excellent resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, chloride stress corrosion cracking, corrosion fatigue, and outstanding pressure-handling capability.

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

They are available from ½" NB to 24" NB in various schedules including SCH 5S, SCH 10S, SCH 40S, SCH 80S, XS, and XXS, with custom sizes and cut lengths available upon request.

Each pipe undergoes Hydrostatic Testing, PMI Testing, Ultrasonic Testing, Eddy Current Testing, Chemical Analysis, Mechanical Testing, Dimensional Inspection, and Visual Examination to ensure compliance with international standards.

Yes. Their exceptional resistance to chloride attack, seawater corrosion, and stress corrosion cracking makes them an ideal choice for offshore structures, marine piping systems, and desalination plants.

Yes. Kamal Steels supplies every order with EN 10204 3.1 Mill Test Certificates, complete material traceability, inspection reports, and third-party inspection certificates upon customer request.

Kamal Steels is a trusted manufacturer and stockist offering certified materials, extensive ready stock, customized sizes, competitive pricing, strict quality control, complete documentation, and timely worldwide delivery for industrial projects.