JIS G3459 SUS 309 TP Stainless Steel Pipe

JIS G3459 SUS 309 TP Stainless Steel Pipe

SUS 309 TP Stainless Steel Pipe: JIS G3459 Austenitic Heat-Resistant Alloy

Comprehensive technical data for SUS 309 TP stainless steel pipe under JIS G3459, including chemical composition, mechanical and physical properties, international equivalents, and application guidance for high-temperature service.

Hot rolling, cold drawing, welding (TIG, MIG, plasma), bending, machining

JIS G3459 SUS 309 TP Stainless Steel Pipe Introduction

SUS 309 TP is an austenitic stainless steel pipe grade specified in JIS G3459, primarily designed for elevated-temperature service with excellent oxidation resistance up to 1000°C (1832°F). It contains approximately 22–24% chromium and 12–15% nickel, providing a stable austenitic structure and superior resistance to high-temperature corrosion and scaling. Compared to standard 18-8 grades, SUS 309 TP offers significantly better strength and oxidation resistance at high temperatures, making it suitable for furnace components, heat exchangers, and piping systems exposed to combustion gases. The grade is typically supplied in the solution-annealed condition to ensure maximum ductility and corrosion resistance. Its combination of good weldability and fabrication characteristics allows for use in demanding thermal and chemical environments.

JIS G3459 SUS 309 TP Stainless Steel Pipe Chemical Composition

Based on JIS G3459 requirements for austenitic SUS 309 TP pipe. Elements are specified as mass fractions. The composition ensures a fully austenitic microstructure with enhanced high-temperature strength and oxidation resistance. Deviations within the specified ranges are acceptable as per the standard.

ElementStandard Value (wt%)Remarks
Carbon (C)≤0.20Max limit for austenitic structure
Silicon (Si)≤1.00Improves oxidation resistance
Manganese (Mn)≤2.00Austenite stabilizer
Phosphorus (P)≤0.040Residual element
Sulfur (S)≤0.030Residual element
Nickel (Ni)12.00–15.00Primary austenite former
Chromium (Cr)22.00–24.00Provides oxidation and corrosion resistance
Iron (Fe)BalanceRemainder

JIS G3459 SUS 309 TP Stainless Steel Pipe Thermal and Electrical Physical Properties

Physical properties for SUS 309 TP in the annealed condition. These are typical values for 25Cr-12Ni austenitic stainless steel and may vary slightly with manufacturing process and temperature. Properties are essential for design calculations in high-temperature applications.

PropertyTypical ValueUnitTest Condition / Temperature
Density (ρ)7.98g/cm³20°C
Elastic Modulus (E)193GPa20°C
Shear Modulus (G)74GPa20°C
Poisson's Ratio (ν)0.3020°C
Thermal Expansion (α)14.910⁻⁶/K20–100°C
Thermal Expansion (α)16.710⁻⁶/K20–300°C
Thermal Expansion (α)18.010⁻⁶/K20–500°C
Thermal Expansion (α)19.310⁻⁶/K20–700°C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)15.0W/(m·K)100°C
Thermal Conductivity (λ)18.8W/(m·K)500°C
Specific Heat Capacity (c)500J/(kg·K)20°C
Electrical Resistivity (ρ_e)0.78µΩ·m20°C

JIS G3459 SUS 309 TP Stainless Steel Pipe Mechanical Properties

Mechanical properties according to JIS G3459 for solution-annealed austenitic stainless steel pipe. Values are minimum requirements unless otherwise noted. Elongation depends on wall thickness. Test specimens are taken longitudinally for wall thickness ≤19.05 mm; transverse specimens may be used for thinner walls.

PropertyRequired ValueUnitTest Condition
Tensile Strength (Rm)≥520MPaRoom temperature, longitudinal
Yield Strength (ReH, 0.2% offset)≥205MPaRoom temperature, longitudinal
Elongation (A)≥35%Wall thickness ≤7.94 mm, longitudinal gauge 50 mm
Elongation (A)≥30%Wall thickness >7.94 mm, longitudinal gauge 50 mm
Hardness (HRB / HBW)≤90 HRB / ≤200 HBWFor reference only, not mandatory in pipe standard

JIS G3459 SUS 309 TP Stainless Steel Pipe Internationally Equivalent Standards and Replaceable Grades

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemark
USAASTM A312/A312MTP309Seamless and welded pipe, identical chemical range (C ≤0.20, Cr 22-24, Ni 12-15)
ChinaGB/T 149760Cr23Ni13 (06Cr23Ni13)Similar chemistry but often lower carbon; check C max 0.08 vs 0.20
EuropeEN 10217-71.4828 (X15CrNiSi20-12)Close match, but slightly different Cr and Ni range; verify for high-temperature use
InternationalISO 2604-2TS60Equivalent to ASTM TP309, suitable for pressure purposes

JIS G3459 SUS 309 TP Stainless Steel Pipe Application Introduction

SUS 309 TP pipe is optimized for high-temperature structural and fluid transport applications where oxidation resistance and strength retention are critical. It is widely used in industrial heating equipment, power generation, and chemical processing. Key features:

  • Excellent resistance to oxidation up to 1000°C in continuous service
  • Good strength at elevated temperatures compared to 304/316 types
  • Resistant to carburization and reducing sulfur atmospheres
  • Readily welded by common fusion methods, no post-weld heat treatment required for most service conditions
  • Not recommended for wet corrosion environments with high chloride content due to susceptibility to stress corrosion cracking

Product Applications: High-temperature steam and gas piping systems, Heat exchanger tubes and headers, Furnace components (radiant tubes, burner pipes), Expansion joints and bellows, Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) pipes, Ethylene cracking furnace tubes

Processed into products: Superheater and reheater tubes, Radiant coils and U-bends, Thermal oxidizer pipes, Annealing furnace muffles and rollers, Flue gas ducts, Oil refinery heater tubes, Induction heating coil supports

Application industries: Petrochemical and refinery, Power generation (boilers, superheaters), Industrial furnace manufacturing, Heat treatment equipment, Chemical processing, Waste incineration plants

JIS G3459 SUS 309 TP Stainless Steel Pipe Analogous / Similar Substitute Materials

Country/RegionStandardGradeRemark
JapanJIS G3459SUS 310S TPHigher Cr and Ni (24-26 Cr, 19-22 Ni) for superior oxidation resistance up to 1100°C
USAASTM A312/A312MTP310SSimilar to above, low carbon variant
EuropeEN 10217-71.4845 (X8CrNi25-21)Higher alloyed for extreme temperatures
ChinaGB/T 149760Cr25Ni20 (06Cr25Ni20)Enhanced scale resistance, substitute when higher temperature capability needed

Notes:

SUS 309 TP as per JIS G3459 is intended for high-temperature service and not for general corrosion resistance in wet environments. Welding: Use matching filler metal (e.g., ER309) to maintain oxidation resistance. Heat treatment: Solution annealing at 1040–1120°C with rapid air or water cooling is recommended after severe forming or welding for stress relief and restoration of properties. Prolonged exposure in the 550–850°C range may cause sigma phase embrittlement; operate outside this range for optimum service life. Compliance with the standard requires verification of both mechanical properties and chemical composition on finished pipes.

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