Wound L Type Fin Tube ASTM A249 TP304 For Heat Exchanger , Air Cooler
Grade TP304 is a widely used austenitic stainless steel known for its excellent corrosion resistance, formability, and weldability. It is a member of the 300 series of stainless steels and is composed mainly of chromium and nickel, which provide its outstanding properties.
Wound L Type Fin Tube ASTM A249 TP304 is a specialized heat exchanger component that combines the properties of Grade TP304 stainless steel tubing with the efficient heat transfer benefits of L type fins.
Type |
Description |
Base tube |
Fin specification (mm) |
O.D. (mm) |
Fin pitch |
Fin height |
Fin thick |
Wound |
L / KL / LL Type Fin Tube |
16-63 |
2.1-5 |
<17 |
~0.4 |
Chemical Composition:
Grade |
Cr |
Ni |
C |
Mn |
P |
S |
Si |
N |
SA179 |
18.0–20.0% |
8.0–10.5% |
≤ 0.08% |
≤ 2.00%
|
≤ 0.045% |
≤ 0.030% |
≤ 0.75% |
≤ 0.10% |
Mechanical Properties:
Tensile Strength |
515 MPa (75,000 psi) minimum |
Yield Strength |
205 MPa (30,000 psi) minimum |
Elongation |
40% minimum in 50 mm |
Hardness |
≤ 90 HRB |
Key Features
- Corrosion Resistance: Excellent resistance to a wide range of corrosive environments.
- Strength: Good mechanical properties with high tensile and yield strength.
- Weldability: Easily weldable by most standard welding methods.
- Formability: Good formability, making it suitable for various manufacturing processes.
- Hygienic Properties: Suitable for applications requiring high hygiene standards due to its smooth surface and ease of cleaning.
Applications:
1. Heat Exchangers
- Shell and Tube Heat Exchangers: Used in situations where efficient thermal transfer between two fluids is essential, such as in chemical processing and power plants.
- Air-Cooled Heat Exchangers: Ideal for systems where air is used to cool fluids, common in industrial and HVAC applications.
- Plate-Fin Heat Exchangers: Suitable for compact heat exchanger designs where high efficiency and space savings are critical.
2. Air Coolers
- Industrial Air Coolers: Used in various industrial processes to cool air or gases, including those in petrochemical and refinery applications.
- HVAC Systems: Employed in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for buildings and facilities.
- Power Plant Coolers: Used in power plants for cooling air in turbine and generator systems.
3. Food and Beverage Industry
- Sanitary Heat Exchangers: Used in processes requiring high hygiene standards due to the stainless steel's resistance to corrosion and ease of cleaning.