DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CARBON

STEEL VS STAINLESS STEEL PIPES

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 Introduction

Carbon steel and stainless steel two extremely popular

grades of pipe and useful materials for in the
Mechanical and engineering Industry. Each variety of
material comes with its own particular sets of pros and
cons and likewise, each material has different
considerations. Let’s take a look at some of the main
considerations.

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 Carbon Steel Pipes
Chemical Composition

Carbon steel pipes are a basic steel material that is a

combination of iron and carbon. It may contain other
substances in trace or unmeasured amounts. Carbon
steel is classified by how much carbon content is
mixed in with the iron. A low-to-mid carbon steel will
have less than 0.3% carbon, while a high carbon
would contain up to 2%. Carbon steel is known for its
strength and its ability to withstand very high
temperatures.

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 Stainless Steel Pipes
Chemical Composition

Stainless steel pipes are making by adding chromium

to the alloy. While basic carbon steel may only
contain up to 2% carbon, stainless steel has at least
10% chromium content. As with carbon steel, other
elements may be present in stainless steel in
unmeasured amounts.

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 Advantages of
Carbon steel Pipes
 Carbon steel pipes are safe and durable. It can withstand high
stress, and is not affected by pressure fluctuation or violent
weather conditions. Its shock resistance makes it a good choice for
infrastructure. (It is often laid under roadways.)

 Carbon steel pipes can be a cost-effective choice. Because of its

strength, it can be made thinner, and is able to transport higher
volumes than tubes of the same diameter made of other material.

 Carbon steel piping is quite versatile and relatively easily

manufactured. It can be bent to fit wherever needed, is easily cut,
and can be made in a wide variety of thicknesses.

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 Advantages of
Stainless Steel Pipes
 Stainless steel pipes are highly resistant to rust, corrosion, and
extreme temperatures (both hot and cold).

 Stainless steel pipes are very strong, long-lasting and easy to clean
and maintain.

 Similar to carbon steel, stainless steel tubing is easier to cut, form

and weld. Aesthetically, stainless steel is an attractive choice.

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Important Key Features

Stainless Steel Carbon Steel

High Corrosion
Vulnerable to rust
Resistance

Resistant to Rust Brittle

Less Brittle Wear-resistant

Easy to Install &

Less Wear-resistant
Weld

High Strength &

Ductile & Tough
Toughness

Versatility Sustainability

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 Application of
Stainless Steel Pipes
Chemical processing

Racing car engine parts

Aerospace industry

Commercial gas turbines

Food processing

Power generation

Textile Machinery and many more..

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 Application of
Carbon Steel Pipes
Transporting water and waste water underground

Transporting sewage

Steel scaffolding and building foundations

Transporting oil & gas

Boiler and condenser tubes, transport steam

High-pressure applications

Chemical processing and many more..

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Available Grades of Carbon Steel &
Stainless Steel Pipes

304, 304L, 304H, 309S, 309H, 310S,

Stainless Steel 310H, 316, 316TI, 316H, 316L, 316LN,
317, 317L, 321, 321H, 347, 347H,
904L

ASTM / ASME A 53 GR. A & B,

ASTM A 106 GR. A, B & C. API 5L
GR. B , ASTM A333 GR.6, ASTM/ SA
Carbon Steel 179 / A 210 GR.A / BS, API 5L PSL1,
PSL 2, X 42, X46, X52, X56, X60,
X65, X70, X80, etc

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