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Stainless Steel Seamless & Welded Pipes

High-performance stainless steel pipe solutions engineered for strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term industrial reliability.

Introduction

Stainless Steel Pipes are high-performance tubular solutions engineered to deliver exceptional strength, corrosion resistance, and long-term reliability across demanding industrial environments. Manufactured in seamless, ERW (Electric Resistance Welded), EFW (Electric Fusion Welded), and fabricated forms, these pipes are designed to meet diverse pressure, temperature, and structural requirements. Seamless stainless steel pipes are produced without any weld joints, ensuring uniform grain structure, superior tensile strength, high dimensional accuracy, and outstanding resistance to high pressure and elevated temperatures—making them ideal for critical applications such as oil & gas pipelines, petrochemical plants, power generation systems, chemical processing units, and marine installations.

Welded and ERW stainless steel pipes are manufactured by forming stainless steel strips or plates into cylindrical shapes and joining them through advanced welding techniques. These pipes provide excellent surface finish, cost efficiency, and consistent mechanical properties, making them suitable for medium- to low-pressure applications, fluid transportation, structural frameworks, construction, water pipelines, and general engineering purposes. EFW pipes are particularly preferred for larger diameters and heavy-duty industrial pipelines.

Available in widely used grades such as 304/304L, 316/316L, 317L, 321, Duplex, and Super Duplex, stainless steel pipes comply with international standards including ASTM International, ASME, ANSI, EN, DIN, JIS, and IS codes. Dimensions are typically manufactured as per ASME B36.19 and B36.10 specifications, covering a wide range of nominal bore sizes, schedules (SCH 5 to SCH XXS), wall thicknesses, and customized cut lengths. With various finishes such as Annealed & Pickled (AP), Bright Annealed (BA), 2B, No.4, HL, and Mirror finish, these pipes offer both functional durability and aesthetic appeal.

Extensively used in petroleum & gas industries, pharmaceuticals, food processing, shipbuilding, construction, infrastructure, metallurgy, and heavy engineering sectors, stainless steel pipes are recognized for their smooth internal surface, optimized fluid flow, reduced pressure drop, and long operational life. With strict adherence to quality testing standards—including radiography, PMI, mill test certification, and third-party inspection—these pipes ensure safety, performance, and compliance for both domestic and international industrial projects.

Types of Stainless Steel Pipes

Seamless Pipes

Manufactured without weld joints, providing superior strength, high pressure resistance, and excellent durability for critical industrial applications.

Welded / ERW Pipes

Produced by forming stainless steel sheets into cylindrical shapes and welding them using advanced techniques for cost-effective and reliable performance.

EFW Pipes

Electric Fusion Welded pipes are ideal for large diameter pipelines and heavy-duty industrial projects requiring high structural stability.

Grades & Specifications

Available Grades

304, 304L, 316, 316L, 317L, 321, Duplex, Super Duplex

Standards

ASTM, ASME, ANSI, EN, DIN, JIS, IS

Dimensions

Manufactured as per ASME B36.19 and B36.10 with SCH 5 to SCH XXS

Surface Finish

Annealed & Pickled (AP), BA, 2B, No.4, HL, Mirror Finish

Industries We Serve

Oil & Gas Petrochemical Pharmaceutical Food Processing Shipbuilding Infrastructure Construction Heavy Engineering Power Plants
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Difference Between Seamless and ERW Pipes

Seamless Pipe

ManufacturingSolid billet, no welding
StrengthHigher strength
Pressure HandlingHigh pressure & temperature
CostHigher
Surface FinishHot finished / cold drawn
AvailabilityLimited sizes
ApplicationsOil & Gas, Refineries, Power Plants

ERW Pipe

ManufacturingSteel coil welded seam
StrengthLower than seamless
Pressure HandlingMedium / Low pressure
CostEconomical
Surface FinishSmooth uniform finish
AvailabilityWide range
ApplicationsWater pipelines, Construction

International & European Standards Compliance

EN 10216-5
EN 10217-7
EN 10297-2
EN 10296-2
EN 10312

Indian & Global Trade Standards

Indian Standard

IS 6913

International Standards

AISI, DIN, EN, GB, JIS, ASTM, ASME

Pipe Dimensions

ASME B36.19 & B36.10

Pipe Sizes & Dimensions

Seamless Pipes

OD: 6 mm – 250 mm
Up to 12” NB

Welded Pipes

OD: 5 mm – 1219 mm

Wall Thickness

0.3 mm – 50 mm

Available Pipe Schedules

SCH 5
SCH 10
SCH 40
SCH 80
SCH 120
SCH 160
SCH XS
SCH XXS

Testing, Inspection & Certification

All stainless steel pipes undergo strict quality control including EN 10204 3.1 certification, PMI testing, ISO 17025 laboratory testing, radiography reports, and third-party inspection to ensure reliability and compliance with global industrial projects.

Global Shipping & Delivery

Port of Shipment

Mumbai / Kalamboli

Delivery Time

7 – 15 Working Days

Payment Terms

T/T, L/C, Trade Assurance

Technical Specifications – Stainless Steel Pipes

ASTM Specification Title Application Manufacturing Steel Grade Scope
ASTM A213 Seamless Ferritic & Austenitic Alloy Steel Tube Boiler / Heat Exchanger Seamless 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 321, 347 ID ≥ 3.2 mm – OD ≤ 101.6 mm
ASTM A249 Welded Austenitic Tubes Boiler / Condenser Automatic Welding 304, 316, 321, 347 OD 127 – 813 mm
ASTM A268 Ferritic Stainless Steel Tubing General Service Seamless / Welded 405, 410, 430, 446 ID ≥ 6.4 mm
ASTM A269 Austenitic Stainless Steel Tubing Corrosion Resistance Seamless / Welded 304, 304L, 316, 316L ID ≥ 6.4 mm
ASTM A270 Sanitary Tubing Dairy / Food Industry Seamless / Welded 304 OD 25.4 – 101.6 mm
ASTM A312 Seamless & Welded Pipe High Temperature Service Seamless / Auto Welded 304, 304L, 316, 321 OD 10.29 – 323.85 mm
ASTM A358 Large Diameter Welded Pipe Industrial Use Welded 304, 316 OD 219 – 750 mm
ASTM A376 Seamless Austenitic Pipe Power Plants Seamless 304, 316 OD 10.29 – 323.85 mm
ASTM A409 Very Large Diameter Pipe Industrial Projects Manual Welding 304, 316 OD 355 – 762 mm
ASTM A688 Feedwater Heater Tubes Power Industry Automatic Welding 304, 316 OD ≥ 15.9 mm
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Technical Specifications – Stainless Steel Pipes

ASTM Specification Title Application Method Tube Making Type & Grade of Steel Scope
ASTM A213 Seamless Ferritic & Austenitic Alloy Steel Boiler Tube Boiler, Superheater & Heat Exchanger Seamless 405, 410, 443, 446, 304, 304L, 310, 316, 316L, 321, 347 ID ≥ 3.2 mm – OD ≤ 101.6 mm
ASTM A249 Welded Austenitic Stainless Steel Tubes Boiler, Heat Exchanger, Condenser Automatic Welding 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 317, 321, 347 OD 127 mm – 813 mm
ASTM A268 Ferritic Stainless Steel Tubing General Service Seamless / Welded 405, 410, 430, 443, 446, 329 ID ≥ 6.4 mm
ASTM A269 Austenitic Stainless Steel Tubing General Corrosion Resistance Seamless / Welded 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 317 ID ≥ 6.4 mm
ASTM A270 Sanitary Stainless Steel Tubing Dairy & Food Industry Seamless / Welded 304 OD 25.4 – 101.6 mm
ASTM A312 High Temperature Stainless Steel Pipe Corrosive Environments Seamless / Welded 304, 304L, 309, 310, 316, 316L OD 10.29 – 323.85 mm
ASTM A358 Large Diameter Stainless Steel Pipes Industrial Pipelines Welding with Filler Metal 304, 304L, 309, 310, 316 OD 219 – 750 mm
ASTM A376 High Temperature Central Station Pipes Power Plants Seamless 304, 304L, 310, 316, 321 OD 10.29 – 323.85 mm
ASTM A409 Very Large Diameter Pipes Industrial Pipelines Manual Electric Welding 304, 304L, 309, 310, 316 OD 355 – 762 mm
ASTM A688 Feedwater Heater Tubes Power Industry Automatic Welding 304, 304L, 316 OD 15.9 – 25.4 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main difference between Seamless and ERW pipes? +
Seamless pipes have no welding seam and are used for high-pressure applications. ERW pipes are welded and more cost-effective for standard industrial use.
Which pipe is better for high-pressure applications? +
Seamless pipes are preferred for oil & gas, refineries, power plants, and boiler systems because they handle higher pressure safely.
Are ERW pipes reliable for industrial use? +
Yes. ERW pipes go through strict quality testing including hydro testing and ultrasonic inspection.
What standards do these pipes follow? +
ASTM A312, ASTM A106, ASTM A53, ASME B36.10 / B36.19, and API 5L.
What materials are available? +
Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, Duplex and Super Duplex grades.
Which pipe is more cost-effective? +
ERW pipes are generally more economical compared to seamless pipes.
What sizes are available? +
From 1/8” NB up to 24” NB with multiple schedules like SCH 10, 40, 80 and more.
What testing is performed? +
Hydrostatic Testing, Ultrasonic Testing, Radiography Testing, and PMI testing.
Can these pipes be exported? +
Yes. These pipes meet international standards and are widely exported globally.