Hastelloy B3 Seamless Pipe
At a glance — Hastelloy B3 Pipe
| Specification | ASTM B622 — the edition cited on the PO governs |
| Ordering basis | NPS × schedule, or OD × wall — stated on the order |
| Sourcing range | OD 6 – 457 mm · wall 0.6 – 35 mm · length ≤ 18 m; each standard × OD × wall × length × condition confirmed in writing |
| Condition | Solution annealed; pickled & passivated, bright annealed or polished |
| Documents | EN 10204 3.1 MTC as standard (3.2 on request); hydrostatic or NDT electric test on every length |
Sourcing capability, not a stock list — availability, MOQ and lead time are stated in the written quotation.
Sizes, Wall Basis and Ordering
Two figures are kept apart here: the overall sourcing range — what we can supply ex-stock or source mill-direct — and the confirmed combination for your order (standard × size × wall × length × condition). The tables state the first; the written quotation fixes the second.
Supply combinations by size band
| Size band, mm (NPS) | Wall range, mm | Supply route (ex-stock / mill-direct) | Order status |
|---|---|---|---|
| ≤ 25 | 2.0 – 5.0 | Ex-stock · standard walls | In stock · 3–7 days |
| > 25 – 114.3 | 2.5 – 12.0 | Ex-stock; mill-direct above 6 mm wall | In stock / mill-direct |
| > 114.3 – 323.9 | 3.5 – 30.0 | Mill-direct | Mill-direct · 25–35 days |
| > 323.9 – 457 | 6.0 – 50.0 | Mill-direct | Mill-direct · 25–35 days |
Stock items are marked In stock; everything else is mill-direct with a stated lead time. Schedule coverage follows the wall range shown for each band; non-standard walls are quoted individually. Above NPS 24 the tabulated dimensional bands no longer apply and the basis is agreed in writing.
Ordering options
| Item | What can be ordered |
|---|---|
| Size | NPS and schedule, or actual OD × wall thickness |
| Outside diameter | 6 – 457 mm — to the ordered OD or to the NPS dimension |
| Wall thickness | 0.6 – 35 mm — schedule wall or specified wall, stated on the order |
| Length | Random 5.8–7 m (single or double random), fixed up to 18 m |
| Ends | Plain, bevelled, or threaded with couplings |
| Surface | Pickled and passivated, or shot-blasted |
| Delivery condition | Solution annealed; hydrostatic or NDT route per specification |
Sizes at the edge of a band are quoted after technical review. If your enquiry is written in NPS and schedule, the quotation restates it as OD × wall so our desk and your buying team are working from the same numbers.
Ordering Standards: B622 vs B619
Nickel alloys are not covered by A213 or A312. Each alloy carries its own B-series specification, and the mechanical values are set per alloy — so the specification and edition must be stated on the enquiry, not inferred from the grade name. B622 is the primary specification for this product; B619 is the companion specification that is sometimes cited instead.
| Item | ASTM B622 | ASTM B619 |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Primary B-series specification for this alloy in the ordered form | Companion specification; confirm which one the purchase order cites |
| Ordering basis | OD × wall × length for tube, NPS × schedule or OD × wall for pipe | Same dimensional notation, different acceptance clauses |
| Chemical limits | Per the alloy table of the primary specification | May differ; the order must name the standard and edition |
| Testing | Integrity test plus the mechanical tests the specification requires | Same intent, different sampling and frequency |
| Documents | EN 10204 3.1 with heat-number traceability | 3.1 or 3.2 as ordered |
B163 covers seamless tube for several nickel alloys; B161, B165, B167, B407, B423, B444 and B622 cover pipe and tube by alloy family. The certificate cites the standard named on the order — mixing them after the fact is not possible.
Chemical Composition (Hastelloy B3 Heat-Analysis Limits)
Chemical composition, % by weight:
| Grade | Ni | Cr | Mo | Fe | W | C | Si | Co | Mn | V | P | Ti | Cu | Al | Zr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N10675 | ≥ 65.00 | 1.00–3.00 | 27.00–32.00 | 1.00–3.00 | ≤ 3.00 | ≤ 0.01 | ≤ 0.10 | ≤ 3.00 | ≤ 3.00 | ≤ 0.20 | ≤ 0.03 | ≤ 0.20 | ≤ 0.20 | ≤ 0.50 | ≤ 0.10 |
Values are the heat-analysis limits of the specification named above. Product analysis on the finished tube or pipe may differ within the tolerances the standard permits, and the actual heat analysis is printed on the mill test certificate.
Mechanical Properties and Physical Data
Mechanical properties:
| Tensile Strength | Yield Strength | Elongation | Hardness |
|---|---|---|---|
| ≥ 760 MPa | ≥ 350 MPa | ≥ 40% | ≤ 100 HRB |
Typical physical properties:
| Density | Melting Point | Thermal Expansion | Thermal Conductivity | Modulus of Elasticity | Electrical Resistivity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9.22 g/cm³ | 1370–1418 °C | 10.6 µm/m·°C | 8.1 W/m·K | 209 GPa | 1.37 µΩ·m |
Tensile and yield values are specification minima at room temperature; hardness and grain size are reported when the purchase order asks for them. Design values at service temperature must be taken from the applicable code, not from this table.
Permissible Variations in Dimensions (B622)
Dimensional acceptance follows the tables of the B-series specification named above, with B829 as the general tolerances reference where the product standard is silent. The bands below are representative; the edition cited on the purchase order governs.
Outside diameter
| Outside diameter, mm | Permissible variation |
|---|---|
| ≤ 25 | ± 0.13 mm |
| > 25 – 50 | ± 0.20 mm |
| > 50 – 100 | ± 0.38 mm |
| > 100 – 200 | ± 0.76 mm |
| >200 | ± 0.5 % of OD |
Variations apply to the individual measurement. For cold-drawn tube the ovality is included in the OD band, not added to it.
Wall thickness
| Condition | Permissible variation |
|---|---|
| Cold-finished | ± 10 % of ordered wall |
| Hot-finished | + 22.5 % / − 0 % of ordered wall |
| Minimum wall ordered | No point below the ordered minimum |
The wall basis must match the design calculation; nickel-alloy tube is normally ordered on a minimum basis.
Random lengths 5.8–7 m single random, 11–13 m double random, unless a fixed length is ordered. End squareness and bevel angle are inspected before packing.
Inspection, Testing and Mill Test Certificates
Three groups of evidence are separated here, because only the first is inside the base price. Anything in the second and third groups has to be written on the purchase order — it cannot be added after the mill test certificate has been issued.
| Group | Content | How it is triggered |
|---|---|---|
| 1 — Included | Chemical analysis, tensile test, flattening or bend test, hydrostatic or nondestructive electric test, dimensional check, EN 10204 3.1 certificate | Standard supply; no extra instruction needed |
| 2 — Written on the PO | Ultrasonic or eddy-current testing to a stated acceptance level, PMI on each heat, intergranular corrosion test, grain size, hardness survey, 3.2 certificate | Must appear on the purchase order; priced per order |
| 3 — Third party | TPI witness (SGS, BV, TÜV, Lloyd's), destructive sampling, third-party laboratory, packing inspection, pre-shipment photographs | Arranged per order; extends the lead time |
The test route is not interchangeable after the fact: if the certificate has to show ultrasonic testing, say so on the enquiry, because a hydrostatic-only pipe cannot be re-certified as ultrasonically tested.
What the mill test certificate records
| Heat number | The melt the item came from, traceable to the raw-material certificate |
| Grade and specification | Grade designation plus the standard and edition the order cites |
| Chemical analysis | Actual values for each element, not the range |
| Mechanical results | Tensile, yield, elongation and hardness as tested |
| Test route | Hydrostatic or nondestructive electric test, plus any agreed NDT with the method reference |
| Heat treatment | Solution-annealing temperature range and cooling method |
| Dimensions | Ordered OD, wall and length, with the measured values on request |
Hastelloy B3 Pipe Applications and Points to Confirm
Each application below names the duty the grade is normally chosen for, and what should be settled before the order is placed — the third column decides whether this grade is the right one:
| Industry | Typical duty |
|---|---|
| Chemical processing | aggressive reaction and transfer duty |
| Pharmaceutical | clean, hygienic process duty |
| Petrochemical & refining | hydrocarbon and sour-service duty |
| Acid service | strong acid handling |
| Refining & conversion | high-pressure conversion duty |
| Fertilizer | ammonia, nitric and phosphoric duty |
Points to confirm before ordering
- Medium, concentration and chloride content — the figures that decide whether this grade holds
- Design temperature and pressure, including upset and cleaning cycles
- Whether the joint is welded, and the post-weld condition required
- Inspection and document scope: NDT level, PMI, third-party witness
Send the medium, concentration, temperature, pressure and chloride level, and we will confirm the grade — or propose the next one up if the margin is narrow.
Grade Selection: Hastelloy B3 vs Hastelloy B2
| Property | Hastelloy B3 | Hastelloy B2 |
|---|---|---|
| PREN, typical | — | — |
| Molybdenum | 27.0–32.0 | 26.0–30.0 |
| Yield strength, min. | ≥ 380 MPa | ≥ 350 MPa |
| Service temperature | ≈ 500 °C | ≈ 450 °C |
| Choose when | The acid, alkali or temperature exceeds what stainless steels hold | Lower alloy content is enough for the duty |
PREN is indicative only and is calculated from the composition ranges above — it is not an acceptance value. Where the duty sits between two grades, the deciding factors are usually chloride content, temperature and whether the joint is welded.
Frequently Asked Questions
What sizes can be supplied in Hastelloy B3 pipe?
The overall sourcing range is OD 6 – 457 mm, wall 0.6 – 35 mm, length 18 m. The band table shows the wall range normally held or supplied for each OD band; the exact combination of standard, OD, wall, length and manufacturing condition is confirmed in the quotation. Sizes at the edge of a band are quoted after technical review.
Is this page a stock list?
In part. Stocked sizes are marked In stock and ship in 3–7 days; everything else is mill-direct with a 25–35 day lead time, confirmed per item in the quote.
Is Hastelloy B3 pipe ordered by NPS or by outside diameter?
Either, but it must be clear. NPS with schedule is the usual purchase form for process piping; actual OD × wall is used when the line is dimensioned that way. The quotation restates the order in both notations so our desk and your buying team are working from the same numbers.
Which specification applies — B622 or B619?
ASTM B622 is the primary specification for this pipe and the one the page describes. ASTM B619 is the adjacent specification; whether it applies depends on the ordered form, the test regime and the design code. State the standard and edition on the enquiry and the certificate will cite the same one.
Which tests and documents are included?
Mandatory: one integrity test per length (hydrostatic or nondestructive electric), tensile test per lot, dimensional check and an EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificate. Optional and only when written on the order: ultrasonic or eddy-current testing to a stated level, PMI, intergranular corrosion test, grain size, third-party witness and 3.2 certification.
How does Hastelloy B3 compare with Hastelloy B2?
Hastelloy B2 is the usual comparison grade. Hastelloy B3 carries PREN of about 0 against — for Hastelloy B2, with a minimum yield of 380 MPa. The change is normally made when the duty — chloride level, temperature or pressure — leaves Hastelloy B2 without margin over the design life.
Request a Hastelloy B3 Pipe Quotation
Send: specification and edition, OD or NPS, wall and wall basis, length, quantity, surface finish, inspection scope and documents, and destination port. The quotation will restate the confirmed size combination, delivery condition, documents included and lead time for Hastelloy B3 Pipe.
Related Product Forms and Grades
Other forms and neighbouring grades, each with its own specification — confirm the applicable standard on every order:
- Hastelloy B3 seamless tube — UNS N10675 · W-Nr 2.4600
- Hastelloy B2 seamless pipe — Hastelloy B2 — the grade normally compared with Hastelloy B3 on this duty
- Contact the sales team — Sizes outside the range, non-standard lengths and third-party inspection
Technical data compiled from the ASTM/ASME specification tables cited above and from published mill data. Page reviewed by the Xinzhe technical team, 09–11-2026. All values must be confirmed against the edition current at the time of order and against the heat certificate.