Seamless incoloy 825 pipe

Seamless incoloy 825 pipe

A seamless Incoloy 825 pipe is a high-performance,nickel-iron-chromium tubular product manufactured without any welded seams.
This construction offers superior structural integrity and the ability to withstand significantly higher internal pressures compared to welded alternatives.

Specification of Seamless incoloy 825 pipe

ProductSeamless incoloy 825 pipe
Working Temperatureup to 540℃(1000℉)
Dimension RangeOutside Diameter (OD): 6 – 200 mm
Wall Thickness (THK): 0.35 – 6 mm
Length (L): 0.5 – 12 m
The size can be customized according to ASME B36.10 / ASME B36.19
SchedulesSCH 5, 10, 40, 80, 160, XXS, XXH
MaterialsIncoloy 825 | UNS N08825 | W.Nr. 2.4858 | DIN NiCr21Mo
StandardsASTM B423 / ASME SB423 / ASTM B829 / ASME SB829
Surface Finish Mill Finish
Bright Annealed
Polished Finish
Pickled and Passivated
Corrosion Resistance Specifications Excellent Resistance To:
Acidic Environments
Stress-Corrosion Cracking
Localized Corrosion
Intergranular Corrosion
“Sour” Gas Environments
Sea Water and Brines
ApplicationsOil & Gas
Chemical & Petrochemical Processing
Pollution Control
Nuclear Industry
Food & Water Treatment
Marine Engineering
Our StrengthOver 10 Years Experience Exporting Pipes & Tubings
Stock Available In Common Sizes
Customized Fabrication Available
Package Supplying of Piping Materials
Strict QC With PMI Testing For Every Batch
Experience in Exporting to the US,Germany,UAE,etc.
Third Party Inspection Available

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Seamless incoloy 825 pipe Chemical Composition (%)

NiFeCrMoCuTi
38.0 – 46.022.0 Min19.5 – 23.52.5 – 3.51.5 – 3.00.6 – 1.2
MnSiCAlS
1.0 Max0.5 Max0.05 Max0.2 Max0.03 Max

Does the composition meet NACE MR0175?

Yes.The chemical balance of UNS N08825 is recognized by NACE MR0175/ISO 15156 for use in “sour” oilfield environments containing H2S provided the material is in the appropriate annealed condition.

Seamless incoloy 825 pipe Mechanical Properties

Tensile StrengthYield strengthElongationHardness
≥ 586 MPa (85 ksi)≥ 241 MPa (35 ksi)≥ 30%135 – 200 HB

What is the elastic modulus of this pipe material?

At room temperature,its elastic modulus is approximately 195 GPa.This is comparable to that of stainless steel,meaning that under the same pressure,its elastic deformation characteristics are similar to those of high-performance stainless steel.

How does it perform in extremely low-temperature (cryogenic) environments?

It performs exceptionally well.Due to its austenitic microstructure,Incoloy 825 retains good toughness and ductility even at low and cryogenic temperatures,without undergoing a significant embrittlement transition as seen in carbon steel.

Physical Properties of Seamless incoloy 825 pipe

Density:8.14 g/cm³ (0.294 lb/in³)
Melting Range:1370 – 1400°C (2500 – 2550°F)
Specific Heat:440 J/kg·°C
Poisson’s Ratio:0.29
Magnetic Permeability:1.005,non-magnetic

Thermal Properties of Seamless incoloy 825 pipe

Thermal Conductivity & Specific Heat

TemperatureThermal Conductivity (W/m·K)Specific Heat (J/kg·°C)
70°F (20°C)11.1440
212°F (100°C)12.3465
392°F (200°C)14.1490
752°F (400°C)17.5545
932°F (500°C)19.1570

Thermal Expansion

Temperature Range (°C)Temperature Range (°F)Expansion Rate (µm/m·°C)
20 – 10068 – 21214.0
20 – 30068 – 57215.3
20 – 50068 – 93215.9

Manufacturing Process for Seamless incoloy 825 pipe

The manufacturing process for seamless Incoloy 825 pipes combines high-temperature hot working with precision cold working to ensure structural integrity and exceptional corrosion resistance.

Billet Preparation

The steel is melted using vacuum induction melting (VIM) or an electric arc furnace (EAF),typically followed by electroslag remelting (ESR) to ensure extremely high chemical purity.The qualified alloy round bars are then cut into billets of specific lengths.

Hot Extrusion or Piercing

Heating:
Heat the billet to the hot working temperature range (approximately 1180°C/2150°F).
Forming:
Extrusion:
The heated billet is forced through a die and mandrel using an extruder to form a tubular shape directly.This is the most common method for manufacturing nickel-based alloys and ensures uniform wall thickness.
Oblique Rolling And Piercing:
The billet is rotated and pushed toward a piercing punch to form a hole in the center.

Cold Working

To achieve the final precise dimensions and a better surface finish,pipes that have undergone hot working require further cold working.
Cold Drawing:
Pulling the tube through progressively smaller dies.
Cold Rolling:
Compressing the tube using rotating roll dies.
The purpose is to improve dimensional accuracy (such as wall thickness tolerances) and enhance mechanical properties.

Heat Treatment

The purpose of stabilizing annealing is to relieve internal stresses caused by cold working and to use the titanium in the alloy to fix carbon,thereby preventing intergranular corrosion.It is typically performed at around 940°C (1725°F).

Cleaning & Pickling

First,remove the machining lubricant.
Then,use a mixture of nitric acid and hydrofluoric acid to remove the scale formed during heat treatment,thereby returning the surface to a passivated state to prevent rust.

Quality Control

Each seamless pipe must pass the following tests before leaving the factory:
Non-destructive testing (NDT):
Includes ultrasonic testing (UT) or eddy current testing (ET) to detect internal defects.
Hydrostatic Test:
Ensures that the pipe does not leak under high pressure.
Dimensional Inspection:
Verifies diameter,wall thickness,and roundness.

Why is it particularly effective against sulfuric acid?

This is due to the addition of 1.5%–3.0% copper (Cu) to the alloy.Copper significantly improves the material’s stability in sulfuric acid environments at various concentrations and temperatures.

Is 825 pipe easy to weld?

It welds very well. 825 is a stabilized alloy containing titanium,which prevents intergranular corrosion in the heat-affected zone during welding.ERNiFeCr-1 welding wire is typically used for this application.

How to Order Your Incoloy 825 Pipes?

When ordering seamless Incoloy 825 pipes,to ensure material compliance and precise installation,you should clearly specify the following details for the pipes you require in your request for quotation:OD,WT,Sch,length,quantity,and delivery condition.

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