Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes Manufacturer in India

Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes Manufacturer in India

Sachiya Steel International is a trusted Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes Manufacturer in India, established in 2005 with 20+ years of experience in industrial tube manufacturing and supply. We produce boiler tubes for equipment that operates with high temperatures, pressure, steam, and repeated heating cycles. Our range includes 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 321, 347, 904L, and duplex grades, with sizes and wall thicknesses selected according to the boiler design and service conditions. We manufacture tubes to applicable ASTM, ASME, and other project standards.

We supply and export stainless steel boiler tubes to customers across 85+ countries and can manufacture and export up to 100 tons every month. Our services include cutting, sizing, bending, cleaning, inspection, and testing according to order requirements. We provide heat-number traceability, inspection records, and EN 10204 3.1 certificates, supported by ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and applicable TÜV certifications. We focus on consistent tube quality, accurate specifications, and dependable delivery for industrial boiler applications.

What Are Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes?

Stainless steel boiler tubes are pressure-carrying tubes used inside boilers and related steam-generation equipment. They transfer heat from hot gases or combustion sources to water, producing steam for power generation, heating, and industrial processes. The tubes must handle high temperatures, internal pressure, thermal cycling, and exposure to water or steam without losing their strength.

Material selection depends on the boiler temperature, pressure, water chemistry, and operating conditions. Grades such as 304H, 316H, 321H, and 347H are used where elevated-temperature performance is important, while other stainless and duplex grades may suit specific corrosive environments.

Boiler tubes are produced to controlled dimensions and undergo processes such as heat treatment, sizing, straightening, cleaning, and testing. Depending on the applicable specification, inspections can include hydrostatic, eddy current, ultrasonic, or other tests. Reliable boiler tubes help maintain efficient heat transfer, pressure integrity, and long service life in demanding steam systems.

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High-quality stainless steel boiler tubes manufactured for demanding high-temperature and pressure applications across power generation, chemical, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, marine, construction and engineering industries. Available in various sizes, grades, wall thicknesses and international standards.

Product Highlights
Seamless & Welded Options
Multiple Material Grades
Wide Size Range
Custom Specifications
Industrial Standards
Worldwide Export
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Types of Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes

Boiler tubes differ according to where they are installed and the job they perform inside the boiler. Some carry water or steam, while others sit in the hottest sections and absorb heat from combustion gases. Choosing the right construction and grade depends on temperature, pressure, water chemistry, and boiler design.

  • Water Wall Tubes: Form the furnace walls and absorb radiant heat from combustion. They help convert boiler water into steam.
  • Superheater Tubes: Carry steam through high-temperature zones to raise its temperature before it reaches the turbine or process equipment.
  • Reheater Tubes: Return steam to the boiler for additional heating after partial expansion, improving the overall steam-cycle efficiency.
  • Economizer Tubes: Recover heat from exhaust gases and transfer it to incoming boiler feedwater, reducing fuel consumption.
  • Steam Boiler Tubes: Designed for continuous exposure to pressurized water and steam in industrial steam-generation systems.
  • High-Temperature Boiler Tubes: Use heat-resistant stainless steel grades for sections exposed to severe thermal conditions.

A Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes Manufacturer can supply different tube configurations, grades, wall thicknesses, and dimensions based on the boiler design and applicable specifications.

304H Boiler Tubes, 316H Boiler Tubes, 321H and 347H Boiler Tubes, Superheater Tubes, Reheater Tubes, Economiser Tubes, Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes Manufacturers and Suppliers in India

Power teams and boiler makers look for stainless steel boiler tubes manufacturers in India that can match a grade to a temperature and prove it on paper. We draw and test stainless tubes at our facility near Mumbai, keep common H grades in ready stock, and cut and bend to your drawing.

Start with the cooler sections. Our TP304H and TP316H tubes serve low-temperature superheaters and reheaters in coal, biomass, and waste-fuel boilers. Move up the temperature ladder, and our TP321H and TP347H tubes take the mid and hot sections, where stabilisation matters. For the hottest austenitic duty, we offer TP347HFG and Super 304H on request. At the cold end, TP316L and duplex tubes survive condensing economisers.

Buyers comparing stainless steel boiler tubes suppliers should check what arrives with the tube, not only the tube itself. Ours arrive cut to length, with square ends, a cleaned bore, bends where the drawing asks, capped ends, and a certificate that ties each tube to its heat. Price moves with nickel and molybdenum, grade, wall, length, and quantity, so we quote against your tube list.

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Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes Specification

What to Write on the Order Our Standard Offer
Product FormSeamless (ASTM A213) or welded (ASTM A249)
Outside Diameter3/4" to 4" OD (19.05 mm to 101.6 mm); larger on request
Wall Thickness2.0 mm to 8.0 mm
GradeTP304H, TP316H, TP321H, TP347H, TP304L, TP316L, duplex 2205; TP347HFG and Super 304H on request
Heat TreatmentSolution annealed and rapidly cooled; H grades annealed at the higher temperature the standard requires
Grain SizeASTM No. 7 or coarser for standard H grades; fine grain for 347HFG
Length6 m, 9 m, 12 m, random, exact cut
FormingBends to your radius, swaged or formed ends, cut to length
SurfaceAnnealed and pickled, bore cleaned
EndsSquare cut, deburred, capped
TestsHydrostatic or eddy current, flattening, flaring, hardness, grain size, PMI; IGC to ASTM A262 on request
PaperworkEN 10204 3.1 mill certificate; 3.2 when an independent inspector signs

Stainless Steel Boiler Tube Standards and Specifications

Region Standard What It Covers
United StatesASTM A213 / ASME SA213Seamless austenitic boiler, superheater, and heat exchanger tubes
United StatesASTM A249 / ASME SA249Welded austenitic boiler and superheater tubes
United StatesASTM A1016General requirements for tube tolerances, tests, and marking
United StatesASME Section I, Section II Part D, B31.1Power boiler design, allowable stresses, power piping
EuropeEN 10216-5Seamless stainless steel pressure tubes
EuropeEN 10217-7Welded stainless steel pressure tubes
GermanyDIN 17458Seamless austenitic stainless tubes (earlier standard)
InternationalISO 9329-4Seamless pressure tubes in austenitic steel
JapanJIS G3463Stainless boiler and heat exchanger tubes
TestingASTM A262 Practice E, ASTM E112Intergranular corrosion test, grain size
SurfaceASTM A380, ASTM A967Cleaning and passivation
DocumentsEN 10204 3.1 and 3.2Mill certificate and inspector-signed certificate

Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes Material and Grades

Grade UNS EN No. Heat Behaviour Best Zone
TP304HS304091.4948Good creep strengthLow-temperature superheaters and reheaters
TP316HS316091.4919Better creep, tolerates chloridesSuperheaters in biomass and waste-fuel boilers
TP321HS321091.4878Stabilised against sensitisationMid superheaters, refinery heaters, HRSGs
TP347HS347091.4912Stabilised, strong at heatFinal superheaters and reheaters
TP347HFGS34709 (fine grain)1.4912Fine grain, better steam-side oxideHottest austenitic sections
Super 304HS304321.4907Highest creep strength among 18-8 typesHigh-efficiency boilers (on request)
TP304LS304031.4307Low carbon, below the creep rangeLow-temperature corrosion service
TP316LS316031.4404Low carbon, chloride and acid resistanceCold-end and condensing economisers
2205S322051.4462Duplex, strong, acid-resistantCondensing economisers and heat recovery

What Is the Difference Between Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes and Carbon or Alloy Steel Boiler Tubes?

The difference shows up in temperature, oxidation, and cost. Carbon steel tubes cost the least and work well up to about 425°C. Chrome-moly alloy tubes such as T11, T22, T91, and T92 push the limit to roughly 600°C to 650°C at a medium price. Stainless steel tubes cost the most, but they resist oxidation and fireside attack, and they hold their strength in the hottest austenitic sections. Stainless steel also expands more when heated, which affects how you weld it to chrome-moly headers.

Pick carbon steel for water walls and economisers, chrome-moly for mid and high superheaters, and stainless steel for the final superheater, the reheater, and any corrosive fuel.

Point Carbon Steel Tubes Chrome-Moly Alloy Tubes Stainless Steel Tubes
Typical GradesASTM A192, A210, A178ASTM A213 T11, T22, T91, T92ASTM A213 TP304H, 316H, 321H, 347H
Typical Upper Metal TemperatureAbout 425°CAbout 600°C to 650°CAbout 600°C to 700°C
Steam-Side OxidationPoor above about 480°CModerateVery good
Thermal ConductivityAbout 50 W/m·KAbout 35 to 40 W/m·KAbout 16 W/m·K
Thermal ExpansionAbout 12 µm/m·KAbout 12 µm/m·KAbout 17 to 18 µm/m·K
Welding to HeadersSimpleNeeds preheat and post-weld heat treatmentNeeds a dissimilar-metal procedure at chrome-moly headers
Fireside CorrosionModerateModerateGood to very good
First CostLowestMediumHighest
Typical ZoneWater walls, economisersMid and high superheatersFinal superheaters, reheaters, corrosive fuels

Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes Chemical Composition

Chemistry decides creep strength, oxide behaviour, and resistance to sensitisation. Values are weight percent.

Grade UNS C Cr Ni Mo Stabiliser / Other Why It Matters
TP304HS304090.04–0.1018.0–20.08.0–11.0––Carbon in this range gives creep strength
TP316HS316090.04–0.1016.0–18.011.0–14.02.0–3.0–Molybdenum adds creep strength and chloride tolerance
TP321HS321090.04–0.1017.0–19.09.0–12.0–Ti 4×(C+N) min–0.60Titanium ties up carbon, so chromium stays free
TP347HS347090.04–0.1017.0–19.09.0–13.0–Nb 8×C min–1.00Niobium stabilises and adds strength at heat
Super 304HS304320.07–0.1317.0–19.07.5–10.5–Cu 2.50–3.50, Nb 0.30–0.60, N 0.05–0.12Copper and niobium precipitates lift creep strength
TP304LS304030.035 max18.0–20.08.0–13.0––Low carbon protects corrosion service
TP316LS316030.035 max16.0–18.010.0–15.02.0–3.0–Resists chlorides and acid at the cold end
2205S322050.030 max22.0–23.04.5–6.53.0–3.5N 0.14–0.20Duplex structure resists acid condensate

The austenitic grades above hold manganese at 2.00 max, silicon at 1.00 max, phosphorus at 0.045 max, and sulphur at 0.030 max. Super 304H holds Mn 1.00, Si 0.30, P 0.040, and S 0.010 max. Grade 2205 holds Mn 2.00, Si 1.00, P 0.030, and S 0.020 max. TP347HFG matches TP347H in chemistry and adds a fine-grain requirement.

Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes Mechanical Properties

Mechanical properties show how much load the tube carries before it stretches (yield) or breaks (tensile). Values are minimum unless marked max.

Grade Tensile ksi (MPa) Yield ksi (MPa) Elongation % Hardness (max) Grain Size
TP304H, TP316H, TP321H, TP347H75 (515)30 (205)3590 HRB / 192 HBWASTM No. 7 or coarser
TP347HFG75 (515)30 (205)3590 HRB / 192 HBWASTM No. 7 or finer
Super 304H86 (590)34 (235)3595 HRB / 219 HBW–
TP304L, TP316L70 (485)25 (170)3590 HRB / 192 HBW–
220595 (655)65 (450)2530.5 HRC / 290 HBW–

These are room-temperature minimums. A boiler designer works from the allowable stress at metal temperature in ASME Section II Part D, which falls as temperature rises, so the strength at 600°C is far lower than the figures above.

Stainless Steel Boiler Tube Size and Weight Chart

Boiler tubes are ordered by outside diameter and wall thickness. Weights are in kg per metre for 304-type stainless steel at 7.93 g/cm³. TP316H weighs about 1% more.

OD in OD mm 2.6 mm 3.2 mm 4.0 mm 5.0 mm 6.3 mm
1"25.401.481.772.132.543.00
1-1/4"31.751.892.282.773.333.99
1-1/2"38.102.302.783.404.124.99
1-3/4"44.502.713.294.044.925.99
2"50.803.123.794.665.706.98
2-1/4"57.153.534.305.306.507.98
2-1/2"63.503.944.815.937.298.98
3"76.204.775.827.198.8710.97
3-1/2"88.905.596.838.4610.4512.96
4"101.606.417.849.7212.0314.96

To work out the weight of any size, use Weight (kg/m) = (OD − Wall) × Wall × 0.02491, with both values in mm.

Weight (kg/m) = (OD − Wall) × Wall × 0.02491

Common Materials

Boiler service puts different demands on different tube sections. Tubes near the furnace face intense heat, superheater sections handle high-temperature steam, and other areas deal more with feedwater and corrosion. Material selection therefore depends on where the tube will operate rather than choosing one stainless grade for the entire system.

304H (UNS S30409): Suitable for applications where the tube needs good oxidation resistance and strength during elevated-temperature operation.

316H (UNS S31609): Useful where heat is combined with corrosive water or chemical exposure, with molybdenum adding extra corrosion resistance.

321H (UNS S32109): Titanium-stabilized material suited to repeated heating and cooling and long periods at elevated temperatures.

347H (UNS S34709): Niobium-stabilized grade selected for high-temperature welded components where resistance to intergranular corrosion is important.

310S (UNS S31008): High chromium and nickel levels make it suitable for sections exposed to severe heat and oxidation.

Duplex 2205 (UNS S32205): Offers high strength and corrosion resistance where the boiler system also faces chloride-containing conditions.

Experienced stainless steel boiler tubes suppliers can help match the material to the boiler section, operating temperature, pressure, water chemistry, and applicable specification instead of treating every application the same.

Available Sizes, Dimensions and Tolerances

We supply stainless steel boiler tubes from 3/4" to 4" OD, in walls from 2.0 mm to 8.0 mm, and larger sizes on request. Boiler tubes do not use schedule numbers. You state the outside diameter and the wall, and the standard sets how far each can vary. Say whether your design works from the minimum wall or the average wall, because boiler makers calculate pressure from the minimum, and ASTM A213 defines the two differently.

Bends need extra thought in stainless steel. The outer side of a bend thins and the metal work hardens, so tell us your bend radius and the minimum wall you need after bending, and we will confirm the wall to order. Standard lengths are 6 m, 9 m, and 12 m, plus exact cut lengths. We hold the common H grades in stock, subject to availability.

Product Outside Diameter Wall Length Condition
ASTM A213 TP304H / TP316H Tubes3/4" to 4"2.0 mm to 8.0 mm6 m / 9 m / 12 m / exact cutSolution annealed, pickled
ASTM A213 TP321H / TP347H Tubes3/4" to 4"2.0 mm to 8.0 mm6 m / 9 m / 12 m / exact cutSolution annealed, pickled
ASTM A213 TP347HFG and Super 304H Tubes1" to 3-1/2"3.2 mm to 8.0 mmOn requestFine-grain or precipitation-strengthened condition
ASTM A249 Welded Tubes3/4" to 2"2.0 mm to 4.0 mm6 m / 12 m / exact cutWelded and annealed
TP316L and Duplex 2205 Tubes3/4" to 4"2.0 mm to 6.3 mm6 m / 9 m / exact cutAnnealed and pickled
Bent and Swaged Tubes3/4" to 3"2.6 mm to 6.3 mmMade to drawingAnnealed and pickled

Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes We Manufacture and Supply

Boiler Component Tube We Supply
Low-temperature superheater coilASTM A213 TP304H, TP316H, straight or bent
Mid-temperature superheaterASTM A213 TP321H, TP347H
Final superheater and reheaterASTM A213 TP347H, TP347HFG, Super 304H (on request)
Condensing economiser and cold endASTM A213 TP316L, duplex 2205
Refinery fired heater and HRSG coilASTM A213 TP321H, TP347H
Welded low-pressure sectionsASTM A249 TP304H, TP316H, TP321H
Retubing setsMatched lots with consecutive heat numbers, cut to length

Every shipment includes the heat numbers, the grain size and hardness records, and the test reports your standard requires.

Applications of Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes

  • Coal-Fired Utility Boilers: Form final superheaters and reheaters in sub-critical units.
  • Biomass and Bagasse Boilers: Resist chloride-bearing ash on the fireside.
  • Waste-to-Energy Boilers: Stand up to aggressive flue gas and deposits.
  • Heat Recovery Steam Generators: Carry steam in gas turbine exhaust sections.
  • Circulating Fluidised Bed Boilers: Handle erosive, high-temperature gas paths.
  • Refinery and Petrochemical Fired Heaters: Run hot hydrocarbons and steam without sensitisation.
  • Fertilizer and Chemical Plants: Serve waste heat boilers in aggressive atmospheres.
  • Condensing Economisers: Survive acid condensate when plants chase efficiency.
  • Boiler Retubing and Life Extension: Replace worn sections on a short shutdown schedule.

Why Choose Us as Your Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes Manufacturer in India?

We know boiler projects often involve strict specifications and little tolerance for material mistakes. Since 2005, we have worked with industrial pipe and tube requirements and built 20+ years of experience understanding different stainless steel grades, dimensions, heat conditions, testing needs, and documentation. This helps us guide customers toward tube specifications that fit their boiler application instead of simply supplying a standard product. We can handle requirements for high-temperature sections, steam systems, feedwater equipment, and other demanding applications.

For buyers who need a reliable stainless steel boiler tubes supplier in India, we offer the capacity to support both smaller requirements and large orders. We can manufacture and export up to 100 tons every month and reach customers in 85+ countries. We maintain heat-number traceability and can provide inspection reports and EN 10204 3.1 certificates with orders. Our ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and applicable TÜV certifications further support our manufacturing and quality-control processes.

Countries We Export Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes To

Our stainless steel boiler tubes reach customers in 85+ countries, including boiler manufacturers, power and process plants, EPC contractors, engineering companies, distributors, and industrial procurement teams. As an experienced Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes Manufacturer, we understand that export orders can involve different material standards, tube dimensions, testing requirements, and documentation, so we prepare supplies according to the project specification.

North America: United States, Canada, Mexico

Middle East: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain

Europe: UK, Germany, France, Italy, Netherlands, Spain

Asia Pacific: Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam

Africa: South Africa, Egypt, Nigeria, Kenya, Algeria

South America: Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Colombia

We can manufacture and export up to 100 tons of stainless steel boiler tubes every month. Orders can include heat-number traceability, inspection and testing records, and EN 10204 3.1 certificates, helping customers manage international boiler tube procurement with clear material documentation.

Stainless Steel Boiler Tubes FAQs

Common questions about stainless steel boiler tube grades, heat treatment, dimensions, testing, and supply.

Which grade should I choose for a final superheater tube?

Start with TP347H or TP347HFG for the hottest austenitic sections, and move to Super 304H when the design calls for the highest creep strength. Your boiler designer sets the final choice from the metal temperature and the code.

How do I choose between TP321H and TP347H?

Both are stabilised against sensitisation. TP347H holds more strength at heat, and TP321H costs a little less and suits refinery heaters and HRSG sections. The metal temperature and the fuel usually decide.

Why do boiler tubes use H grades?

The H grades hold carbon at 0.04% to 0.10% and a coarse grain. Together, those two features slow creep at high temperature, which the plain grades cannot match.

Do stainless steel boiler tubes need solution annealing?

Yes. The anneal dissolves carbides, sets the grain, and restores corrosion resistance. The H grades need a higher annealing temperature than the standard grades to keep the grain coarse.

How do these tubes handle steam-side oxidation?

Chromium builds a tight oxide layer that grows slowly. Fine-grain TP347HFG builds an even better layer, which reduces the risk of oxide flaking off and blocking downstream tubes.

Can I weld stainless steel boiler tubes to chrome-moly headers?

Yes, with a dissimilar-metal welding procedure that accounts for stainless steel's higher thermal expansion. Your boiler maker's weld procedure governs the details, and we supply tubes in the condition it specifies.

Why do refinery heaters prefer stabilised grades?

Sulphur compounds form polythionic acid during shutdowns, and that acid cracks sensitised stainless steel. Titanium in TP321H and niobium in TP347H prevent sensitisation, so these grades survive.

Can stainless steel tubes solve acid problems in a condensing economiser?

They can. TP316L and duplex 2205 resist the acid condensate that eats carbon steel, as long as the design keeps chloride levels and temperature inside the grade's limits.

Do stainless steel boiler tubes need IBR approval in India?

Boilers under the Indian Boiler Regulations need IBR-approved material. Tell us this at enquiry stage, and we will confirm the certification route before we quote.

What sizes do your stainless steel boiler tubes come in?

We supply tubes from 3/4" to 4" OD in walls from 2.0 mm to 8.0 mm, with larger sizes on request.

What shapes the price of stainless steel boiler tubes?

Nickel and molybdenum prices lead, followed by grade, wall thickness, length, bending, grain requirement, quantity, and delivery port. Share your list, and we quote against it.

Which certificate comes with the tubes?

Each lot carries an EN 10204 3.1 mill certificate. A 3.2 certificate is available when an independent inspector co-signs.

Are you a stainless steel boiler tubes manufacturer or a supplier?

We are both. We draw the tubes and also work as a stainless steel boiler tubes supplier in India, with ready stock of common H grades.

Do you ship stainless steel boiler tubes overseas?

Yes, to 85+ countries, with export packing and documents included.

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