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ASTM A335 / ASME SA335 Alloy Steel Pipe Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter – Inox Steel India

Grades: P1 • P5 • P9 • P11 • P22 • P91 (Chrome-Moly High Temperature Pipes)

Inox Steel India is one of India’s most trusted manufacturers and global exporters of ASTM A335 / ASME SA335 Alloy Steel Seamless Pipes. These high-temperature chrome-moly pipes are engineered for elevated temperature and high-pressure applications in refineries, boilers, power plants, petrochemical units, hydrogen plants, and thermal power generation.

We supply the complete range of P-Grades including P1, P5, P9, P11, P22, and P91 — each designed to withstand severe temperature fluctuations, corrosion, pressure, and long-term creep stress. Our pipes are produced using high-quality alloy steel billets, hot-finished or cold-drawn manufacturing, normalized/tempered heat treatment, and precise dimensional processing.

Every A335 Pipe supplied by Inox Steel India undergoes hydro testing, ultrasonic inspection, hardness testing, tensile testing, flattening/bend testing, and full heat-treatment verification, ensuring total compliance with ASTM/ASME standards and refinery requirements worldwide.

These pipes are extensively used in superheaters, reheaters, steam pipelines, cracking units, furnace tubes, hydrogen services, and high-temperature fluid transfer, where long-term reliability and thermal stability are essential.

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What Is ASTM A335 / ASME SA335 Chrome-Moly Pipe and How Is It Manufactured?

ASTM A335 (ASME SA335) is the global standard for high-temperature Chrome-Moly Alloy Steel Seamless Pipes, used for:

  • Boiler tubing
  • High-temperature steam lines
  • Hydrogen & reformer lines
  • Power generation & supercritical boilers
  • Refinery heater tubes

Chrome and molybdenum increase the material’s strength, oxidation resistance, creep resistance, and ability to withstand elevated temperatures up to 700°C (depending on grade).

Manufacturing Process:

  1. Billet Selection & Chemistry Control: Alloy steel billets with precise Chromium & Molybdenum percentage.
  2. Heating & Piercing: Billets are uniformly heated and pierced to form seamless hollows.
  3. Hot Rolling / Cold Drawing: Improves mechanical strength, grain structure, and dimensional accuracy.
  4. Heat Treatment (Normalize + Tempering / Quench & Temper): Different grades require specific thermal cycles for strength and creep resistance.
  5. Mechanical Testing: Hardness, Tensile, Yield, Impact tests for high-temperature stability.
  6. Final NDT & Dimensional Inspection: UT, EC, surface check, straightness, OD/WT accuracy, bevel quality.

This results in high-temperature, pressure-resistant pipes suitable for demanding refinery and power applications.

Grades & Standards Available

Grade Temperature Range Typical Use Notes
P1 Up to ~540°C Low alloy boilers Economical alloy
P5 Up to ~600°C Refinery units, heaters Higher Cr content
P9 Up to ~620°C Superheaters, reheaters Stronger than P5
P11 Up to ~600°C Power boilers & exchangers Good weldability
P22 Up to ~600°C High-pressure, high-temp Popular in refineries
P91 650–700°C Supercritical power plants Creep strength enhanced ferritic alloy

Master Technical Datasheet — ASTM A335 / ASME SA335 (Chrome-Moly Pipes)

Parameter / Property A335 P1 A335 P5 A335 P9 A335 P11 A335 P22 A335 P91
Material Type Chrome-Moly Alloy Steel Chrome-Moly Alloy Steel Chrome-Moly Alloy Steel Chrome-Moly Alloy Steel Chrome-Moly Alloy Steel High Alloy (Creep Resistant)
Standard ASTM A335 / ASME SA335 ASTM A335 / ASME SA335 ASTM A335 / ASME SA335 ASTM A335 / ASME SA335 ASTM A335 / ASME SA335 ASTM A335 / ASME SA335
Service Type High Temp Service High Temp / Pressure High Temp / Pressure High Temp Service High Temp / Pressure Ultra High Temp / Creep Resistant
Typical Chromium (Cr) 0.50–0.80% 4.0–6.0% 8.0–10.0% 1.0–1.5% 1.9–2.6% 8.0–9.5%
Typical Molybdenum (Mo) 0.44–0.65% 0.45–0.65% 0.90–1.10% 0.44–0.65% 0.87–1.13% 0.85–1.05%
Tensile Strength (MPa) 380 415 585 415 415 585–760
Yield Strength (MPa) 205 205 275 205 205 415
Elongation (%) 30 30 20–25 30 30 20
Temperature Limit ~540°C ~600°C ~620°C ~600°C ~600°C ~650–700°C (Creep Strength Enhanced)
Hardness (HB) 143 Max 163 Max 192 Max 163 Max 192 Max 250–265
Manufacturing Method Seamless Seamless Seamless Seamless Seamless Seamless
Equivalent Standards 16Mo3 X12CrMo5 X10CrMo9-1 13CrMo4-5 10CrMo9-10 X10CrMoVNb9-1
Available Sizes ½″ – 36″ ½″ – 36″ ½″ – 36″ ½″ – 36″ ½″ – 36″ ½″ – 16″
Schedules SCH 20–XXS SCH 20–XXS SCH 20–XXS SCH 20–XXS SCH 20–XXS SCH 40–XXS
End Finishes Bevelled / Plain Bevelled / Plain Bevelled / Plain Bevelled / Plain Bevelled / Plain Bevelled / Plain
Primary Applications Low Alloy Boilers Refineries & Heaters High Temp Steam Lines Power Boilers Petrochemical Plants Ultra-High Temp, Creep Resistant Piping
HSN Code 7304.41.00 7304.41.00 7304.41.00 7304.41.00 7304.41.00 7304.41.00
Certifications EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2

Key Factors to Consider When Selecting ASTM A335 Pipes

01.

Temperature & Pressure Requirements

The P-grade selection depends on operating temperature & steam pressure.

02.

Creep Resistance

  • P22 → high temperature–high pressure
  • P91 → supercritical boilers & long-term creep resistance

03.

Hydrogen Service Compatibility

P5, P9, P22, P91 are widely used in hydrogen-rich refining systems.

04.

Heat Treatment Condition

Each material must be supplied normalized, tempered, or quenched as required.

05.

Certification Requirements

We provide:
EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
Hydro/NDT reports
Heat treatment charts
IBR (if required)
Radiography reports (for welding applications)

 Global & Indian Market Demand

India:

Used in NTPC, BHEL, IOCL, BPCL, HPCL, Reliance, Adani & thermal power stations.

Middle East:

Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar import large quantities for:

  • Refinery heater tubes
  • Hydrogen units
  • High-temperature steam lines

Africa:

Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, South Africa demand alloy pipes for boilers & process plants.

Europe & Americas:

Large market for P11, P22, P91 in power generation and refining.

Inox Steel India exports globally through JNPT, Mundra & Hazira.

Applications and Technical Specifications by Grade and Standard

Chrome-Moly Alloy Steel ASTM A335 / ASME SA335 Pipes from Inox Steel India are manufactured for high-temperature, high-pressure, and long-term creep-resistant environments. These pipes are engineered for boilers, heat exchangers, superheaters, reformer tubes, hydrogen lines, and refinery heater tubes.

Below is the grade-wise application mapping, dimensional chart, indicative pricing, and quality protocols — all formatted exactly like your previous pages

Applications by Grade / Type / Size

ASTM A335 P1 — Low Alloy Boiler Grade

Service Use:
Low-temperature, medium-pressure boiler systems.

Typical Applications:

  • Low alloy boiler tubes
  • Heat exchangers
  • Industrial heaters
  • Low-temp steam pipelines
  • Economizer tubes

Temp Range:
Up to ~540°C

Size Range:
½″ – 36″ NPS

Industries:
Boilers | Chemical | Power | Industrial Heating

ASTM A335 P5 — High-Temperature Refinery Grade

Service Use:
High-temperature and hydrogen service.

Typical Applications:

  • Refinery cracking units
  • Hydrocracker lines
  • Furnace & heater tubes
  • Hydrogen reformer tubing
  • High-temperature steam

Temp Range:
Up to ~600°C

Size Range:
½″ – 36″ NPS

Industries:
Refineries | Petrochemical | Hydrogen Units

ASTM A333 Grade 6 — MOST WIDELY USED LTCS PIPE

Service Use:
Standard LTCS grade used globally in refineries, LNG, power plants.

Typical Applications:

  • LNG transfer lines
  • Low-temperature hydrocarbon service
  • Refineries & gas processing
  • Heat exchangers & boilers
  • Chilled water systems
  • Underground low-temperature pipelines

Temp Range:
−45°C service

Size Range:
½″ – 36″ NPS (SCH 20 to XXS)

Industries:
Oil & Gas | Refineries | Power Plants | LNG

ASTM A335 P9 — High Strength Chrome-Moly

Service Use:
Steam pipelines and superheater systems requiring higher strength than P5.

Typical Applications:

  • Superheater tubes
  • Reheater tubes
  • High-pressure steam lines
  • Furnace tubes
  • Petrochemical heaters

Temp Range:
Up to ~620°C

Size Range:
½″ – 36″ NPS

Industries:
Power | Petrochemical | Refineries

ASTM A335 P11 — Power Boiler & Steam Line MaterialService Use:
Medium alloy, excellent weldability for power generation.Typical Applications:

  • Power boiler tubes
  • Heat exchangers
  • Steam headers
  • High-temp piping

Temp Range:
Up to ~600°C

Size Range:
½″ – 36″ NPS

Industries:
Power | Boilers | Chemical | Refinery

ASTM A335 P22 — Most Popular High-Temp Service Grade

Service Use:
High temperature + high pressure.

Typical Applications:

  • Steam reformer piping
  • High-pressure/high-temp pipelines
  • Refinery heaters
  • Hydrogen service
  • Waste heat boilers

Temp Range:
Up to ~600°C

Size Range:
½″ – 36″ NPS

Industries:
Refineries | Petrochemicals | Power | Chemical

ASTM A335 P91 — Creep-Strength Enhanced Grade (Premium)

Service Use:
Ultra-high temperature & supercritical boiler systems.

Typical Applications:

  • Supercritical / ultra-supercritical boilers
  • Main steam lines
  • Hot reheat systems
  • Superheater & reheater tubes
  • HRSG piping (Heat Recovery Steam Generator)

Temp Range:
650–700°C

Size Range:
½″ – 16″ NPS (P91 usually limited to smaller OD)

Industries:
Power | Thermal | Refineries | Petrochemical

ASTM A335 Pipe Size & Dimensional Chart

NPS (Inch) OD (mm) Wall Thickness (SCH 40) Approx. Weight (kg/m)
½″ 21.3 2.77 1.27
1″ 33.4 3.38 2.73
2″ 60.3 3.91 5.44
3″ 88.9 5.49 10.88
4″ 114.3 6.02 14.98
6″ 168.3 7.11 28.26
8″ 219.1 8.18 41.95
10″ 273.1 9.27 62.42

ASTM A335 Alloy Steel Pipe Price List (Indicative 2025)

Grade Avg. Price INR/kg (FOB Mumbai) Approx. USD/kg (FOB India) Typical Use
P1 ₹ 125 – ₹ 150 $1.70 – $2.00 Low alloy, boilers
P5 ₹ 225 – ₹ 270 $2.80 – $3.40 High temp, refinery
P9 ₹ 280 – ₹ 350 $3.60 – $4.20 Superheaters
P11 ₹ 155 – ₹ 185 $2.10 – $2.50 Boilers & power
P22 ₹ 210 – ₹ 240 $2.70 – $3.05 High temp + pressure
P91 ₹ 380 – ₹ 480 $5.20 – $6.40 Supercritical power plants

HSN Code / HS Code for Alloy Steel Pipes

HSN 7304.41.00
(Seamless Alloy Steel Pipes for High Temperature Service)

Applies to all P-Grades: P1, P5, P9, P11, P22, P91.

Testing & Quality Assurance at Inox Steel India

Every ASTM A335 pipe undergoes severe metallurgical & mechanical testing due to high-temperature application.

Quality Tests Conducted:

  1. Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
  2. Eddy Current Test (ECT)
  3. Hydrostatic Pressure Test
  4. Hardness Testing
  5. Tensile & Yield Testing
  6. Flattening & Bend Test
  7. Impact Testing (for P91 / high temp)
  8. Microstructure Examination (Ferrite/Bainite)
  9. Grain Size & Creep Rupture Validation

Documentation Supplied:

  • EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 MTC
  • Heat Treatment Chart
  • PMI Report (Grade Verification)
  • NDT (UT / ECT) Reports
  • Hydro Report
  • Third Party Inspection (SGS, TUV, DNV, BV, LR)
  • Country of Origin Certificate

This ensures A335 pipes from Inox Steel India meet global refinery, power, and petrochemical standards

Why Choose Inox Steel India for ASTM A335 Alloy Steel Pipes

Inox Steel India is a leading global supplier of Chrome-Moly Alloy Steel Seamless Pipes under ASTM A335 / ASME SA335, trusted by refineries, petrochemical complexes, power plants, EPC contractors, and boiler manufacturers worldwide.

Our speciality lies in providing the full range of P-Grades, including P1, P5, P9, P11, P22, and P91 — each engineered to perform under extreme temperature, pressure, and high creep conditions.

We are known for:

Top Reasons to Choose Inox Steel India

  1. Complete A335 Range (P1–P91) from Stock: Readily available for urgent projects, shutdowns, and EPC timelines.
  2. High-Temperature & Creep-Resistant Quality: All pipes meet strict ASTM/ASME chemical & mechanical requirements.
  3. Advanced Heat Treatment Capabilities: Normalizing, tempering, quench & tempering to ensure long-term stability.
  4. Full Traceability & Certification: Heat numbers, MTC, NDT reports, and refinery approvals available.
  5. Special Expertise in P22 & P91: The two most critical grades for boilers and power plants.
  6. Global Export Network (60+ Countries): Fast shipping via JNPT, Hazira, Mundra ports.
  7. Experienced Supply Partner for Power Plants: Thousands of tonnes supplied to NTPC, BHEL, L&T, Reliance, Adani.
  8. Best Pricing for High-Temperature Alloy Pipes: Competitive FOB rates with guaranteed metallurgical quality.

Inox Steel India delivers sustainable, reliable, and high-temperature safe piping solutions.

Industries & Applications We Serve

Industry Application Preferred Grades
Refineries Heater tubes, hydrogen units P5 • P9 • P22
Petrochemical Plants High-temp reformers P9 • P22
Power Plants Superheaters, reheaters, main steam lines P11 • P22 • P91
Boilers & HRSG Boiler tubes, economizers P1 • P11 • P22
Thermal Power Units Ultra-supercritical lines P91
Fertilizer Plants Ammonia reformer tubes P5 • P9
Chemical Processing High-pressure high-temp systems P11 • P22

Export Packaging & Supply Readiness

To protect each high-temperature alloy pipe and ensure zero surface or structural damage during transit, Inox Steel India follows international-grade packaging:

  • HDPE/Polyethylene Wrapping
  • End Caps (Bevelled / Plain Ends)
  • Hexagonal Bundles with Steel Strips
  • Color Coding for Each Grade (P1–P91)
  • Fumigated Wooden Boxes for Export
  • Marking Includes:
    Grade • OD • WT • ASTM • Heat No. • Lot No.

🌍 Most Exported Destinations:
UAE • Saudi Arabia • Oman • Kuwait • Qatar • Egypt • South Korea • USA • Canada • UK • Germany • Italy • South Africa • Malaysia

ASTM A335 Pipe Supplier Near Alankar Cinema, Mumbai – Inox Steel India

If you are looking for an ASTM A335 / ASME SA335 Alloy Steel Pipe Supplier near Alankar Cinema, Mumbai, Inox Steel India is the most reliable source for P-Grades.

We offer:

  • Ready Stock of P1, P5, P9, P11, P22 & P91
  • IBR-approved material (if required)
  • High-temperature grade certification
  • Large quantity supply for EPC projects
  • Same-day dispatch for Mumbai & Navi Mumbai clients

Our centrally located Mumbai warehouse ensures fast delivery and easy access.

Talk to Our Technical Alloy Steel Experts

Get the right grade selection support, heat treatment guidance, and complete technical assistance.

📥 Downloads Available:
MTC • Heat Treatment Charts • Price List • Dimensional Chart • Alloy Steel Piping Catalog (PDF)

Inox Steel India

52-A, Mulji Thackersi Bldg, Islampura Street, Shop No. 10, Near Alankar Cinema, Mumbai – 400 004

Email

alloy@inoxsteelindia.in

Phone

+91 9930796690

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

P11, P22, and P91 are the most demanded globally.

  • P22: High-temperature + high pressure
  • P91: Ultra-high temperature, long-term creep resistance (supercritical boilers)

Yes — ASTM A335 pipes are exclusively seamless.

Yes — due to their Chromium-Molybdenum composition.

Yes — complete documentation provided.

Yes — P11, P22, P91 require proper PWHT (Post Weld Heat Treatment).

Yes — regular shipments to USA, Middle East, Africa, Europe & Asia.

Order ASTM A335 Alloy Steel Pipes Today

Inox Steel India is a premier supplier of ASTM A335 Chrome-Moly Alloy Steel Pipes (P1–P91) for boilers, power plants, refineries, and petrochemical units.
We ensure strict quality control, precise metallurgy, high-temperature durability, and global export capability.