TP317L Seamless Stainless Steel Tube

UNS S31703 | 1.4438 | ASTM A213

TP317L Seamless Stainless Steel Tube (S31703 / 1.4438) is manufactured to ASTM A213 from stainless steel billet, cold-drawn to the required outside diameter and wall thickness. Supplied from our Wenzhou mill with EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificate, PMI and dimensional inspection on request.

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What Is a Seamless Stainless Steel TP317L Tube?

TP317L (UNS S31703) is the low-carbon, high-molybdenum member of the austenitic stainless steel family, with 18–20% chromium, 11–15% nickel and 3–4% molybdenum. The extra molybdenum raises the PREN above that of 316L, giving noticeably better resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride-bearing media, while the low carbon keeps welded joints free of sensitisation.

A Seamless Stainless Steel TP317L Tube (UNS S31703) is a high-alloy, low-carbon austenitic stainless steel tube specifically designed for highly corrosive and aggressive environments.

Produced in accordance with ASTM A213 / ASTM A312 standards, TP317L seamless tubes are produced from solid billets through hot piercing and cold drawing processes. This ensures:

The “L” (Low Carbon ≤ 0.03%) designation minimizes carbide precipitation during welding, effectively preventing intergranular corrosion in the heat-affected zone (HAZ).

With an increased Molybdenum (Mo) content of 3.0%–4.0%, TP317L offers significantly improved resistance to:

Compared to TP304L and TP316L, TP317L is the preferred material for severe chemical processing environments.

TP317L Key Features and Technical Advantages

Enhanced chromium and molybdenum content increases the Pitting Resistance Equivalent Number (PREN), making TP317L ideal for chloride-rich environments.

Low carbon composition eliminates the need for post-weld heat treatment in many applications.

Seamless production ensures:

Feature	Description
1. Superior Pitting Resistance (High PREN Value)	Enhanced chromium and molybdenum content increases the Pitting Resistance Equivalent Number (PREN), making TP317L ideal for chloride-rich environments.
2. Excellent Intergranular Corrosion Resistance	Low carbon composition eliminates the need for post-weld heat treatment in many applications.
3. High Structural Reliability	Seamless production ensures:
4. Outstanding Chemical Resistance	Particularly suitable for:

TP317L Product Specifications and Data

To provide a comprehensive overview of this high-performance material, here are the detailed technical specifications and performance data for Stainless Steel TP317L .

The composition of Stainless Steel TP317L is carefully balanced to achieve its superior corrosion resistance and high strength.

Cr	Ni	P	S	Mo	Mn	Si	C
18.00 - 20.00	11.00 - 15.00	≤ 0.045	≤ 0.030	3.00 - 4.00	≤ 2.00	≤ 1.00	≤ 0.035

Tensile Strength	Yield Strength	Elongation	Hardness
≥ 515 MPa	≥ 205 MPa	≥ 35%	≤ 192 HBW

Density	Melting Point	Thermal Expansion	Thermal Conductivity	Modulus of Elasticity	Electrical Resistivity
8.0 g/cm³	1398 - 1454 °C	16.6 µm/m·°C (20-100°C)	16.3 W/m·K (20°C)	193 GPa	0.74 x 10⁻⁶ Ω·m (20°C)

Standard	OD(D)	Tolerance（MM)		Thickness(S)	Tolerance(MM)	Length	Tolerance
Standard	MM	Common	High	MM	Tolerance(MM)	Length	MM
EN 10216-5 HFD	30≤D≤219.1（D2)	±1.0% or ±0.5mm, whicever is the greater		T1, T≤4	±15% or ±0.6mm, whicever is the greater	L≤6M	+5/0
	30≤D≤219.1（D2)	±1.0% or ±0.5mm, whicever is the greater		T2	±12.5% or ±0.4mm, whicever is the greater	L≤6M	+5/0
	219.1≤D≤610 (D1)	±1.5% or ±0.75mm, whicever is the greater		T≤0.05D	+22.5%/-15%	6≤12	+10/0
				T1, 0.05D≤0.09D	±15% or ±0.6mm, whicever is the greater	6≤12	+10/0
				T2, T>0.09D	±12.5% or ±0.4mm, whicever is the greater	L>12	+by agreement/0
EN 10216-5 CFD	D3(D≤219.1)	±0.75% or ±0.3mm, whicever is the greater		T3	±10% or ±0.2mm, whicever is the greater
EN 10216-5 CFD	D4(D≤219.1)	±0.5% or ±0.mm, whicever is the greater		T4	±7.5% or ±0.15mm, whicever is the greater
ASTM A213 HFD	D≤100	+0.4/-0.8		D＜100,S≤2.4	+40%/0	HFD, all size	+5.0/0
		+0.4/-1.2		D＜100,2.4≤3.8	+35%/0
		+0.4/-1.6		D＜100,3.8≤4.6	+33%/0
		+0.4/-1.6		D＜100,S>4.6	+28%/0
	100≤200	+0.4/-1.2		D>100, 2.4≤3.8	+35%/0
	200≤225	+0.4/-1.6		D>100,3.8≤4.6	+33%/0
	200≤225	+0.4/-1.6		D>100,S>4.6	+28%/0
ASTM A213 CFD	D＜25	±0.10		D≤38.1	+20%/0	CFD, D＜50.8	+3.0/0
	25≤D≤40	±0.15
	40	±0.20
	50≤D＜65	±0.25
	65≤D＜75	±0.30		D>38.1	+22%/0	CFD, D≥50.8	+5.0/0
	75≤D≤100	±0.38
	100≤200	+0.38/-0.64
	200≤225	+0.38/-1.14
ASTM A269	D≤13	±0.13		D≤13	±15%	D＜38	+3.2/0
	13	±0.13		13	±10%	D＜38	+3.2/0
	38≤D＜89	±0.25				D>38	+4.8/0
	89≤D＜140	±0.38
	140≤D＜203	±0.76
	203≤D＜305	±1.01
	305≤D＜356	±1.26
ASTM A270	D＜25	±0.13		For weld pipe all size	±12.5%		+3.0/0
	25-50	±0.20
	50-75	±0.25
	75-100	±0.38		For CD SMLS pipe D≤38.1	+20%/0
	100-140	±0.38		For CD SMLS pipe D≤38.1	+20%/0		+5.0/0
	140-200	±0.75		For CD SMLS pipe D>38.1	+22%/0
	200-300	±1.25		For CD SMLS pipe D>38.1	+22%/0

TP317L Dimensional Standards and Tolerances

TP317L seamless tubes are supplied to the dimensional tolerances of ASTM A213 / A1016 unless a tighter project specification applies.

Custom tolerances available according to EN 10216-5 (D3/T3, D4/T4).

TP317L Common Industrial Applications

Industry	Typical Applications
Chemical and Petrochemical Processing	Reactors and heat exchangers Chloride-bearing process streams Acid handling equipment
Pulp and Paper Industry	Digester and liquor lines Bleach plant piping Heat-transfer equipment
Marine and Offshore Engineering	Seawater cooling systems Offshore process pipework Desalination plant piping
Power Generation	Condenser and heat exchanger tubing FGD scrubber internals Water treatment piping

TP317L Quality Assurance and Production Process

Process Step	Description
Certification	All TP317L (UNS S31703) tubes are supplied to ASTM A213 / ASME SA213 and ASTM A312 / ASME SA312 with EN 10204 3.1 mill test certificates. Third-party inspection (SGS, BV, TUV, Lloyd's), PMI reports and full heat-number traceability can be provided on request.
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)	Hydrostatic or eddy-current testing is performed on 100% of tubes. Ultrasonic testing (UT) and dye-penetrant inspection (PT) are available for critical service, with records retained for each production lot.
Material Verification	Positive Material Identification (PMI) and spectrometric analysis confirm that the chemical composition matches the ordered grade and that the ferrite/austenite balance is within the specified range.
Mechanical Testing	Tensile, yield, elongation and hardness tests are carried out per heat. Impact testing can be supplied at the project design temperature for subsea and low-temperature service.
Dimensional Inspection	Outside diameter, wall thickness, ovality and straightness are measured against ASTM A1016 / A1016M or ASTM A789 tolerances. Length, square-cut ends and end-finish conditions are verified before packing.

TP317L vs TP316L / TP317 – Technical Comparison

TP317L sits between TP316L and TP317. The comparison turns on carbon content and molybdenum level.

Chemical Composition

TP316L: 2–3% Mo, carbon 0.030% maximum
TP317L: 3–4% Mo, carbon 0.030% maximum
TP317: 3–4% Mo, carbon 0.08% maximum

Corrosion Resistance

The extra molybdenum in both 317 grades raises the PREN above that of TP316L, giving better resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride-bearing media and improved performance in sulphur-bearing and acidic process streams.

Weldability

TP317L's low carbon keeps the heat-affected zone free of sensitisation, which is why the L grade is preferred for welded construction. TP317 with its higher carbon can develop carbide precipitation after welding unless it is solution annealed.

Selection Guide

Choose TP317L for welded equipment in chloride-bearing or acidic service, including pulp and paper and chemical plant
Choose TP317 where higher carbon is acceptable and the component is not welded or can be annealed
Choose TP316L where the additional molybdenum is not needed

Frequently Asked Questions About TP317L Seamless Stainless Steel Tubes

What is TP317L tube?

What is the difference between TP317L and TP316L?

The key difference is molybdenum content: TP317L contains 3–4% against 2–3% in TP316L. That raises the PREN and gives noticeably better resistance to pitting and crevice corrosion in chloride-bearing media, while both share the low carbon that keeps welded joints free of sensitisation.

What standard covers TP317L tube?

TP317L seamless tube is supplied to ASTM A213 / ASME SA213 and ASTM A312 / ASME SA312, with dimensional tolerances per ASTM A1016 / A1016M.

What is TP317L tube used for?

TP317L is used for chemical and petrochemical reactors and heat exchangers, pulp and paper digester and bleach plant equipment, marine and offshore seawater systems and power plant condenser tubing.

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