Stainless Steel 347 Seamless Pipes

What is Stainless Steel 347 Seamless Pipe?

Stainless Steel 347 Seamless Pipe is manufactured from niobium-stabilized austenitic stainless steel that provides excellent resistance to intergranular corrosion after exposure to elevated temperatures. The seamless construction eliminates longitudinal welds, offering superior pressure handling capability, excellent mechanical strength and reliable performance in high-temperature industrial applications.

Kamal Steels supplies Stainless Steel 347 Seamless Pipes in a wide range of sizes, wall thicknesses, schedules and custom lengths to meet diverse project requirements. ASTM A312 TP347 Seamless Pipe is widely used in heat exchangers, pressure vessels, petrochemical plants, power generation, refineries, aerospace and chemical processing industries where oxidation resistance, weldability and elevated temperature strength are essential.

stainless steel 347 seamless pipe specifications

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SS 347 Seamless Pipe Specifications

Specification Details
Product Name Stainless Steel 347 Seamless Pipe
Grade SS 347 / Type 347
UNS S34700
EN Grade 1.4550
Material Type Niobium Stabilized Austenitic Stainless Steel
Manufacturing Process Seamless
Product Standard ASTM A312
ASME Specification ASME SA312
Size Range 1/8" NB to 24" NB and above as required
Schedule SCH 5S, SCH 10S, SCH 40S, SCH 80S, SCH 160 and XXS
Wall Thickness As per applicable schedule or customer requirement
Length Single Random, Double Random and Fixed Length
End Type Plain End, Bevelled End or Threaded End
Surface Finish Annealed, Pickled, Bright Annealed or Polished
Heat Treatment Solution Annealed and Rapidly Cooled
Testing Hydrostatic, PMI, Ultrasonic, Flattening, Flaring and Eddy Current Testing
Inspection Third Party Inspection Available
Certification EN 10204 3.1 / Material Test Certificate (MTC)
Packaging Bundles, Wooden Boxes, Plastic End Caps and Export Worthy Packing
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SS 347 Seamless Pipe Size Chart

NPS / Size Outside Diameter (OD) Common Use
1/8" 10.3 mm Instrumentation and Control Lines
1/4" 13.7 mm Small Bore Process Piping
1/2" 21.3 mm Chemical and Utility Lines
3/4" 26.7 mm Industrial Process Systems
1" 33.4 mm Heat Exchanger Connections
1 1/4" 42.2 mm Pressure Equipment
1 1/2" 48.3 mm Refinery Process Lines
2" 60.3 mm General Industrial Service
3" 88.9 mm Petrochemical Plants
4" 114.3 mm Power Generation Systems
6" 168.3 mm High Temperature Process Piping

Actual pipe dimensions, tolerances, and outside diameters are determined according to ASTM, ASME, and ANSI dimensional standards. The appropriate size should be selected based on pressure rating, flow capacity, and process requirements.

SS 347 Seamless Pipe Weight Chart

The weight of SS 347 Seamless Pipes varies according to the outside diameter, wall thickness, schedule, and overall pipe length. Higher schedules provide greater wall thickness and improved pressure-handling capability, resulting in increased weight per metre.

NPS / Size SCH 10 Weight (kg/m) SCH 40 Weight (kg/m) SCH 80 Weight (kg/m)
1/2" 0.63 0.84 1.10
3/4" 0.80 1.12 1.48
1" 1.01 1.40 1.81
1 1/4" 1.28 1.79 2.35
1 1/2" 1.45 2.16 2.86
2" 1.92 2.99 3.93
3" 3.05 4.70 6.39
4" 4.38 6.47 8.63
6" 7.31 10.75 14.32

The values shown above are approximate theoretical weights. Actual pipe weights may vary depending on manufacturing tolerances, dimensional standards and production processes.

SS 347 Seamless Pipe Schedule Chart

Stainless Steel 347 Seamless Pipes are manufactured in a wide range of pipe schedules to suit varying operating pressures and temperatures. Selecting the correct schedule is essential for ensuring the required strength, wall thickness, and long-term performance in industrial piping systems. The schedule should always be selected according to design pressure, service temperature, and applicable piping standards.

Schedule Wall Type Typical Applications
SCH 5S Extra Light Wall Low-pressure utility and process piping
SCH 10S Light Wall Chemical plants, food processing and instrumentation
SCH 40S Standard Wall General industrial and refinery piping systems
SCH 80S Heavy Wall High-pressure process and steam applications
SCH 160 Extra Heavy Wall Critical pressure and elevated-temperature service
XXS Double Extra Heavy Severe pressure and demanding industrial applications

Actual wall thickness varies according to the nominal pipe size and dimensional standards such as ASME B36.19M. Kamal Steels supplies SS 347 seamless pipes in multiple schedules to meet project-specific requirements.

ASTM A312 TP347 Seamless Pipe

ASTM A312 TP347 Seamless Pipe is a niobium (columbium) stabilized austenitic stainless steel pipe designed for high-temperature service and excellent resistance to intergranular corrosion. The addition of niobium minimizes chromium carbide precipitation during welding, allowing the material to maintain superior corrosion resistance without requiring post-weld heat treatment in many applications.

ASTM A312 TP347 seamless pipes are widely used in refineries, petrochemical plants, power generation facilities, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, boilers, chemical processing units, thermal processing equipment, and other applications involving continuous exposure to elevated temperatures. The material provides excellent oxidation resistance, good mechanical strength, outstanding weldability, and long service life under demanding operating conditions.

Kamal Steels supplies ASTM A312 TP347 Seamless Pipes in various sizes, wall thicknesses, schedules, surface finishes, and custom lengths with complete Material Test Certificates (MTC), third-party inspection, and export-quality packaging to meet domestic and international project requirements.

SS 347 Seamless Pipe Chemical Composition & Mechanical Properties

Chemical Composition of SS 347 Seamless Pipe

Element Composition (%)
Carbon (C) 0.08 max
Manganese (Mn) 2.00 max
Phosphorus (P) 0.045 max
Sulfur (S) 0.030 max
Silicon (Si) 0.75 max
Chromium (Cr) 17.00 – 19.00
Nickel (Ni) 9.00 – 13.00
Niobium + Tantalum (Nb + Ta) 10 × C min to 1.00 max
Iron (Fe) Balance

Mechanical Properties of SS 347 Seamless Pipe

Property Value
Tensile Strength 515 MPa min
Yield Strength 205 MPa min
Elongation 40% min
Hardness 95 HRB max

The chemical composition and mechanical properties of SS 347 Seamless Pipes conform to ASTM A312 and related international specifications. Every pipe supplied by Kamal Steels can be accompanied by an EN 10204 3.1 Material Test Certificate (MTC) to verify compliance with the required standards and project specifications.

SS 347 vs SS 321 Pipe

SS 347 and SS 321 are stabilized austenitic stainless steel grades specifically developed for elevated-temperature service and resistance to intergranular corrosion after welding. The primary difference lies in their stabilizing elements. SS 347 contains niobium (columbium), while SS 321 contains titanium. SS 347 generally offers improved creep resistance and superior performance during prolonged exposure to high temperatures, making it a preferred material for pressure vessels, boilers, and refinery equipment. SS 321 is widely selected for heat exchangers, exhaust systems, and general high-temperature process piping.

Feature SS 347 SS 321
Stabilizing Element Niobium (Columbium) Titanium
Intergranular Corrosion Resistance Excellent Excellent
High Temperature Strength Excellent Very Good
Creep Resistance Higher Good
Oxidation Resistance Excellent Excellent
Typical Applications Boilers, Refineries, Pressure Vessels Heat Exchangers, Chemical Plants, Exhaust Systems

SS 347 Seamless Pipe vs Welded Pipe

Stainless Steel 347 pipes are available in both seamless and welded construction. Seamless pipes are manufactured from solid billets without a longitudinal weld seam, providing excellent strength for high-pressure and high-temperature applications. Welded pipes are produced by forming stainless steel plate or strip and welding the joint, making them a cost-effective solution for general industrial applications where design specifications permit.

Feature Seamless Pipe Welded Pipe
Manufacturing Produced without a weld seam Manufactured by welding stainless steel strip
Weld Seam None Present
Pressure Capacity Higher Suitable for standard pressure applications
High Temperature Service Excellent Very Good
Cost Generally Higher More Economical
Typical Applications Critical Process & High Pressure Systems General Industrial & Utility Piping

The selection between seamless and welded SS 347 pipes depends on the operating pressure, service temperature, corrosion environment, project specifications, and applicable piping standards. Kamal Steels supplies both seamless and welded stainless steel pipes in accordance with ASTM and ASME standards.

SS 347 Seamless Pipe Applications & Industries

Stainless Steel 347 Seamless Pipes are extensively used in industries requiring excellent oxidation resistance, superior high-temperature strength, and long-term reliability under demanding operating conditions. Their resistance to intergranular corrosion makes them ideal for welded structures and elevated-temperature process systems.

Oil & Gas

Industry: Oil & Gas

Application: High-temperature refinery process piping and utility systems.

Chemical Processing

Industry: Chemical Processing

Application: Corrosive chemical handling and process piping.

Petrochemical

Industry: Petrochemical

Application: Process plants, reactors and furnace piping.

Boilers

Industry: Boiler Manufacturing

Application: Steam lines and high-temperature boiler systems.

Power Generation

Industry: Power Generation

Application: Superheater tubes and steam piping systems.

Heat Exchangers

Industry: Heat Transfer

Application: Heat exchangers and thermal equipment.

Refineries

Industry: Petroleum Refineries

Application: Furnace coils and refinery piping systems.

Pressure Vessels

Industry: Heavy Engineering

Application: High-temperature pressure vessel fabrication.

Thermal Processing

Industry: Thermal Processing

Application: Kilns, furnaces and industrial heating systems.

Industrial Fabrication

Industry: Fabrication

Application: Custom process piping and heavy engineering projects.

General Engineering

Industry: General Engineering

Application: Industrial machinery and high-temperature piping systems.

Fertilizer

Industry: Fertilizer

Application: Chemical processing equipment and utility piping.

Frequently Asked Questions

SS 347 Seamless Pipes are used in high-temperature and corrosive environments such as power plants, chemical processing units, refineries, and aerospace applications.

SS 347 contains niobium (columbium), which stabilizes the alloy and prevents carbide precipitation, improving resistance to intergranular corrosion at high temperatures.

Yes. SS 347 is highly suitable for welding because niobium stabilization prevents carbide formation, maintaining corrosion resistance in welded structures.

SS 347 performs well in continuous service at elevated temperatures, typically between 800°F and 1500°F depending on application conditions.

SS 321 uses titanium for stabilization, while SS 347 uses niobium. SS 347 offers better resistance in heavy welding and high-temperature cyclic conditions.

Industries include aerospace, oil & gas, petrochemical, chemical processing, marine, and power generation.

Yes. They offer excellent resistance to oxidation, intergranular corrosion, and chemical attack in high-temperature environments.

They are available in sizes ranging from 1/8” NB to 24” NB with multiple schedules such as SCH 10, SCH 40, SCH 80, and SCH XXS.

Yes. All SS 347 Seamless Pipes are supplied with Mill Test Certificates and inspection reports as per ASTM and ASME standards.

Yes. We provide custom lengths, finishes, and specifications based on client requirements for industrial applications.