High-Pressure Carbon Steel ASTM A192 Seamless Tube For Boiler and Superheater

ASTM A192 is a standard specification for high-pressure carbon steel boiler tubes, primarily used in the construction of heat exchangers, superheaters, and boilers for high-temperature service.

Key Features of ASTM A192 Boiler Tubes:

1. Material Composition&Mechanical Properties:

(1) Chemical Composition of ASTM A192

The material is a low-carbon steel with controlled silicon content for deoxidation.

Note: The steel must be fully killed (deoxidized with silicon or aluminum).

(2) Mechanical Properties of ASTM A192

The tubes must meet the following mechanical requirements:

Additional Testing Requirements:

• Hydrostatic Test: Each tube must withstand a hydrostatic pressure test without leakage.
• Nondestructive Electric Test (NDT): Eddy current or ultrasonic testing may be used as an alternative.
• Flattening Test: Required for tubes with an outside diameter > 25 mm (1 in).
• Hardness Test: Optional unless specified by the purchaser.

Key Notes:

• Heat Treatment: ASTM A192 tubes are typically supplied in the cold-drawn or hot-finished condition without additional heat treatment.
• Max Operating Temperature: Suitable for up to 450°C (842°F) in boiler applications.
• Weldability: Due to low carbon content, it has good weldability for boiler fabrication.

2. Manufacturing Process:

• Seamless cold-drawn or hot-finished tubes for smooth internal and external surfaces.
• Designed for high-pressure environments (typically up to 30,000 psi).

3. Advantages:

• Excellent thermal conductivity and pressure resistance.
• Good weldability and formability.
• Cost-effective compared to alloy steel tubes.
• Comparison with Other Boiler Tube Standards:

4. Comparison with Other Boiler Tube Standards:

ASTM A192 vs. ASTM A106: A192 is specifically for boiler applications, while A106 is for general high-temperature service.

ASTM A192 vs. ASTM A210 (A1/C): A210 covers medium-carbon steel tubes, while A192 is low-carbon for better weldability.

Applications of ASTM A192 Boiler Tubes

ASTM A192 is a seamless low-carbon steel tube specifically designed for high-pressure and high-temperature environments in boiler systems. Its key applications include:

1. Power Plant Boilers

Used in water-tube boilers for fossil fuel and biomass power plants.

Efficiently transfers heat from combustion gases to water, generating steam for turbines.

2. Superheaters & Reheaters

Installed in superheater sections to convert saturated steam into dry, high-temperature steam (up to 450°C / 842°F).

Helps improve thermal efficiency in power generation.

3. Heat Exchangers & Condensers

Used in shell-and-tube heat exchangers for power plants and industrial processes.

Resists high-pressure steam and thermal stress.

4. High-Pressure Pipelines in Boilers

Suitable for water walls, economizers, and downcomers in boiler systems.

Handles pressures up to 30,000 psi in some applications.

5. Industrial Process Boilers

Used in chemical plants, refineries, and textile industries for steam generation.