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Application of SA213 T22 HFW Serrated Finned Tube in High-Temperature Waste Heat Recovery

Application of SA213 T22 HFW Serrated Finned Tube in High-Temperature Waste Heat Recovery

Brand Name: YUHONG
Model Number: ASME SA213 T22
MOQ: 100 KGS
Price: Negotiable
Payment Terms: T/T,L/C
Supply Ability: 4150 Ton Per Month
Detail Information
Place of Origin:
China
Certification:
ABS, BV, DNV, CCS, LR
Material:
Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel
Application:
Heat Exchangers, Air Coolers, Condensers, Evaporators, Radiators
Fin Material:
CS
Fin Spacing:
2.0mm-20mm
Wall Thickness:
0.8-3mm
Tube Diameter:
32mm, 38mm, 42mm,60.3mm,88.9mm
Packaging Details:
Plywooden case with Iron Frame
Supply Ability:
4150 Ton Per Month
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SA213 T22 serrated finned tube

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high-temperature waste heat recovery tubes

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HFW serrated finned tubes

Product Description

Product Overview

SA213 T22 HFW serrated fin tubes demonstrate clear technical advantages in waste heat recovery applications within the 500–580°C temperature range. In this temperature interval, conventional carbon steel materials such as ASTM A192 exhibit significant performance degradation, with 10⁵-hour creep rupture strength of approximately 20 MPa at 550°C and oxidation rate of about 0.3 mm/year. In comparison, SA213 T22 (2.25Cr-1Mo steel) achieves a 10⁵-hour creep rupture strength of up to 80 MPa at 580°C, with oxidation rate below 0.1 mm/year and sulfur corrosion rate of approximately 0.08 mm/year. These performance metrics make it suitable for medium-to-high temperature flue gas waste heat recovery systems.

The heat treatment process significantly influences material performance, with normalizing at 900–950°C followed by tempering at 700–750°C forming bainitic microstructure and dispersed spherical carbides, which enhance high-temperature strength and creep resistance. The serrated fin design disrupts the airflow boundary layer through periodic notches, with measured data showing a 35–50% improvement in heat transfer coefficient while creating flow field characteristics that reduce ash deposition at elevated temperatures, extending cleaning intervals. The high-frequency resistance welding process ensures reliable metallurgical bonding between fins and base tube, suitable for long-term continuous operation.

I. Why SA213 T22 is Mandatory

Core Fact: When flue gas temperature exceeds 500°C, ordinary carbon steel (such as ASTM A192) rapidly enters a "death zone"

  • Above 450°C: Oxidation rate increases exponentially
  • Above 500°C: Carbon steel's creep strength drops precipitously
  • At 550°C: A192's 10⁵h creep rupture strength is merely 20 MPa (essentially unusable)

In contrast, SA213 T22 (2.25Cr-1Mo steel) maintains exceptional performance in this temperature range:

  • 80 MPa creep rupture strength at 580°C (4× that of A192)
  • 60% reduction in oxidation rate (thanks to Cr₂O₃ protective layer)
  • 3× improvement in sulfur corrosion resistance

This is the fundamental reason for its selection—in the 500–580°C high-temperature range, it's not merely "better," but the ONLY VIABLE SURVIVAL OPTION!


II. Material Characteristics
1. Chemical Composition and High-Temperature Performance
Element Content High-Temperature Mechanism Actual Effect
Cr (Chromium) 1.90–2.60% Forms dense Cr₂O₃ oxide film at high temperatures Oxidation rate <0.1 mm/year at 550°C (vs. 0.3 mm/year for A192)
Mo (Molybdenum) 0.87–1.13% Inhibits dislocation movement and grain boundary sliding Creep rupture strength reaches 80 MPa at 580°C (A192: 20 MPa)
C (Carbon) 0.05–0.15% Precise control of carbide precipitation Balances high-temperature strength with weldability, prevents σ-phase embrittlement
Si (Silicon) 0.10–0.50% Enhances oxide film adhesion Reduces scale spallation risk
2. Heat Treatment Process
  • Normalizing Temperature: 900–950°C → Achieves uniform austenitic structure
  • Tempering Temperature: 700–750°C → Forms fine, dispersed carbides

Critical Effects:

  • Bainitic structure provides high-temperature strength
  • Spherical carbides (M₂₃C₆) pin grain boundaries, resisting creep
  • Residual stresses reduced by 70%, minimizing thermal fatigue cracking

III. Physical Durability

Waste heat recovery systems operating at 500–580°C face four critical challenges:

Threat T22 Serrated Fin Tube Solution Verification Results
High-Temperature Creep Mo strengthens grain boundaries; HFW eliminates stress concentration After 8 years of operation in a 600MW plant, tube diameter expansion <0.5% (vs. 3% for A192 within 6 months)
Scale Spallation Cr₂O₃ film + internal shot peening Scale adhesion improved by 40%, spallation rate reduced by 60%
Thermal Fatigue Cracking Optimized C content + serrated notches buffer thermal stress No cracks after 500 thermal cycles (A192 typically fails before 100 cycles)
Sulfur Corrosion Cr forms protective sulfide layer Corrosion rate in sulfur-containing flue gas: 0.08 mm/year (vs. 0.35 mm/year for A192)

Engineering Enhancement Measures:

  • Graded material design: T22 for high-temperature sections, A192 for low-temperature sections → 30% cost optimization
  • Post-weld heat treatment (PWHT): 720°C for 2 hours → eliminates 90% of residual welding stresses
  • Precise wall temperature monitoring: Ensures ≤580°C (590°C is the performance cliff point)
  • Acoustic soot-blowing system: Prevents thermal shock from steam soot blowing

Conclusion:
In the 500–580°C high-temperature range, T22 serrated fin tubes can operate safely for 10–15 years with an MTBF > 50,000 hours, whereas A192 inevitably fails within 6 months under the same conditions—this is the sole justification for its existence!


IV. High-Temperature Advantages of Serrated Fins
Mechanism High-Temperature Significance Measured Effect
Active Boundary Layer Disruption High-temperature flue gas has thicker boundary layer; serrated notches force separation Heat transfer coefficient increased by 35–50% (more significant than with A192 applications)
Vortex Anti-Fouling Design Ash softens above 500°C; serrated notches create "self-cleaning channels" Fouling cycle extended by 2.5× (from 45 to 110 days)
Metallurgical Bond via HFW Solves fin loosening caused by high-temperature creep No fin detachment after 10 years of operation (mechanically expanded fins typically fail within 3 years)
Thermal Stress Buffer Structure Serrated notches absorb thermal expansion stress Reduces weld cracking risk by 70%

V. Key Advantages Summary
Dimension Performance Value Proposition
High-Temperature Performance Maintains structural stability at 580°C Fills the critical gap between A192 and T91
Heat Transfer Enhancement Serrated design increases flue gas-side heat transfer coefficient by 40%+ Recovers 25%+ more heat in the same footprint
Economic Efficiency 70–75% the cost of T91, with 80% of T91's service life ROI typically <4 years (acceptable for high-temperature projects)
Reliability Metallurgical HFW bond + creep resistance design MTBF > 50,000 hours, suitable for continuous operation
Environmental Contribution Every 10°C reduction in flue gas temperature ≈ 15,000 tons CO₂ reduction/year (600MW plant) Supports "dual carbon" goals, enhances ESG ratings

VI. Why Choose T22 Serrated Tubes
1. High-Temperature Adaptation
  • A192: Inevitably fails within 6 months at these temperatures
  • T91: Prohibitively expensive for small-scale units
  • T22: The ONLY solution that balances performance and cost-effectiveness
2. Efficiency Enhancement
  • Serrated design increases high-temperature flue gas-side heat transfer coefficient by 40%+
  • Recovers 25% more heat in the same space, reducing equipment volume by 30%
3. Economic Returns
  • Initial investment 25–30% lower than T91
  • Significant annual energy savings (48,000 tons coal/year for 600MW plant)
  • ROI typically <4 years (well within acceptable range for high-temperature projects)