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ASTM and ASME specifications

ASTM A269 / ASME SA-269 Stainless Steel Tubing

Request an ASTM A269 tubing quote by grade, OD, wall, manufacturing route and finish. Include any project-specific tolerances.

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Specification

FieldOrder reference
StandardASTM A269/A269M or ASME SA-269 as ordered
Product or routeSeamless or welded austenitic general-service tubing
Critical dimensions and fitList exact OD, wall, grade, straight or coiled form and any fitting constraints
Supply enquiryConfirm sizes, lengths, route, documentation and lead time for your order

Dimensions and weight

Illustrative drawing sizes. The bore and mass are calculated from the nominal dimensions. Use the project tolerance and confirm the size and route in the quote.

Tube OD (mm)Wall (mm)Nominal bore (mm)Estimated kg/m at 8,000 kg/m³
6.350.894.570.12
12110.000.28
25.41.6522.100.98

Service and pressure basis

Use the approved design code and service conditions. The applicable rating depends on material, temperature, minimum effective wall, joint details and the limits of the connected assembly. A schedule or a hydrostatic test result alone cannot establish an operating pressure.

Reference ASME process piping code B31.3

Chemical composition

Selected grade designations to check against the ordered edition. Use that edition’s chemistry table for the complete element limits.

GradeUNSProduct context
TP304S30400General-service tubing
TP304LS30403Low-carbon general-service tubing
TP316S31600Molybdenum-bearing general-service tubing
TP316LS31603Low-carbon molybdenum-bearing tubing

Reference ASTM A269/A269M scope

CheckWhat to match
Grade and specificationTP or UNS on the quotation and material report
Heat analysisFull limits and any stabilising or alloy additions under the ordered edition

Reference ASTM steel standards

Mechanical properties

A269 provides for applicable forming and hardness tests and requires a nondestructive electric or hydrostatic test on each tube. Match the method and reported results to the ordered route and edition.

CheckWhat to verify
ConditionHeat treatment or cold-work condition stated for the offered form
AcceptanceProject-specified dimensions and relevant test records

Reference ASTM steel standards

Testing and certificates

Ask for the applicable test result and check lot and marking against the supplied material.

WhenWhat to check
Before orderingDocument the required test method, edition and any witness points
At deliveryMatch the material report and heat or lot identification to the shipment

Application and product comparison

Use A270 where the project calls for sanitary tubing.

For the enquiry, list exact OD, wall, grade, straight or coiled form and any fitting constraints.

Example request for quotation

ASTM A269/A269M or ASME SA-269 as ordered · 6.35 × 0.89 mm. Add quantity, lengths, delivery city and the required reports.

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Ordering guidance

Order general-service tubing by actual dimensions

A269 covers seamless and welded austenitic stainless steel tubing for general service. State the grade, actual OD and wall, length and manufacturing route when the project requires one.

If the tubing connects to a specified fitting or instrument, include the associated finish, tolerance and material conditions. A269 alone does not establish suitability for a sanitary or pressure service application.

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Illustration: Small-bore stainless tubes and a continuous coil

Buyer’s guide

A269 and SA-269 general-service stainless tubing enquiries

State grade and permitted route

A269 covers seamless and welded austenitic stainless tubing for general service. Confirm the grade and product specification on the drawing. When both routes are permitted, request separate pricing if it affects procurement, test records or the fitting system. The tube standard alone leaves choices such as coil length and surface finish to the order.

Keep the tube size in the fitting unit system

Copy the actual OD and wall from the instrument or line schedule. Keep inch and metric sizes on separate lines so similar values do not lead to fitting mismatches. Identify straight or coiled supply, cut lengths or minimum continuous lengths, and any delivery condition required by the fittings.

Make a separate line for sanitary finish

For a sanitary duty, review the nominated product and finish standard. If the order specifies A270, include the bore finish, cleanliness, inspection and packaging required for that line. An A269 offer may need additional review if a hygienic application uses it with supplementary requirements.

Supply optionAdd to the RFQ
Straight lengthsPiece count, cut length and any end preparation
CoilsMinimum continuous length, restrictions on joins and packaging limits
Compression fitting serviceExact fitting OD and permitted tube condition
Hygienic bore with separate finish requirementsASTM A270 Sanitary Tubing

Example enquiry

A general-service enquiry could read A269 TP316L, 12 mm OD × 1 mm wall, straight lengths per panel drawing, with capped ends and material documentation. Add the approved route and any fitting requirements before ordering.

Does an A269 certificate establish the tubing pressure limit?

Use the approved design and fitting specifications. Grade, diameter, wall tolerance, temperature and connection details affect the assembled line.

Technical references ASTM A269/A269M scope · ASTM steel standards directory

Prepare your enquiry

What to put on the purchase list

ItemWhat to send
Product detailsA269 or SA-269 as specified · grade · OD · wall · length · finish
DeliveryQuantity with units, delivery city and required date if known
AcceptanceRequired certificates and inspection scope; attach the drawing revision where applicable
Do I need to specify the route under A269?

State it if your project restricts the choice. Otherwise ask the supplier to identify the route quoted.

Technical reference: ASTM steel standards catalogue

Project enquiries

Request pricing and availability

Send your dimensions, quantities and delivery city. Include any inspection or material certificate requirements so they can be quoted against the same line items.

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