A671 CF70

High-Quality ASTM A671 CF70 Carbon Steel EFW Pipes for Low-Temperature Applications

Kwality Steelage Pvt Ltd, a leading manufacturer, supplier, and exporter based in Mumbai, India, offers a comprehensive range of ASTM A671 CF70 Electric Fusion Welded (EFW) Pipes. These pipes are designed for high-pressure and low-temperature applications, making them ideal for critical industries such as petroleum, oil and gas, power generation, and chemical processing. Manufactured from pressure vessel-quality plates, these pipes meet stringent quality standards, ensuring excellent performance and long service life.

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ASTM A671 CF70 EFW Pipes are fabricated from carbon steel with outstanding strength and ductility. With sizes ranging from 16 inches to 64 inches (405 mm to 1625 mm) in outer diameter and wall thickness options from 5 mm to 250 mm, they are available in various schedules, including SCH 40, SCH 80, SCH 160, and XXS. These pipes are manufactured using advanced techniques such as heat treatment, stress relieving, and normalization, depending on the class and customer requirements. The seamless welding process ensures high integrity, while rigorous radiographic and pressure tests confirm their durability.

ASTM A671 CF70 pipes offer exceptional chemical stability with controlled percentages of carbon, manganese, and silicon, ensuring resistance to low-temperature cracking and corrosion. The mechanical properties include a minimum yield strength of 260 MPa and tensile strength ranging from 485 MPa to 620 MPa, along with excellent elongation properties of 21%, making them suitable for demanding operational conditions.

These pipes are widely used in applications requiring exceptional toughness and performance at sub-zero temperatures. They are extensively employed in oil refineries, petrochemical industries, power plants, boilers, and marine projects. Additionally, their high weldability and formability make them a preferred choice for fluid and gas transmission, liquid petroleum handling, and structural applications in harsh environments.

The ASTM A671 specification includes various grades and class designations. The CF70 grade is particularly noted for its excellent low-temperature toughness, while classes such as Class 12, Class 22, and Class 32 offer flexibility based on heat treatment and testing requirements. For instance, Class 22 undergoes stress-relief heat treatment and radiography, while Class 32 is normalized for enhanced strength and tested for pressure stability.

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Specification Chart for ASTM A671 CF70 Carbon Steel EFW Pipes for Low-Temperature Applications

Specification Details
Size Range 16 to 64 inches NB
Wall Thickness Range SCH 20, SCH 40, SCH 80, SCH 160, XXS, and custom schedules
Applications Oil Refineries, Power Plants, Petrochemical Industries, Boilers, Fluid Transmission, Marine
Pipe Type Electric Fusion Welded (EFW)
Pipe Form Round, Square, Rectangular
Manufacturing Process Heat Treated, Stress Relieved, Normalized, or Quenched and Tempered
Material Composition Carbon Steel with Nickel for improved low-temperature performance
End Type Plain, Beveled
Length Options Single, Double Random, Custom Lengths up to 12 meters
Surface Coating Anti-Corrosion Coating, 3LPE, Black Paint

Dimensional Tolerances for ASTM A671 CF70 Pipes

Tolerance Type Outside Diameter (OD) Wall Thickness (WT)
Size Tolerance +1% / -1% of specified OD +12.5% / -10% of specified WT

Size and Weight Chart for ASTM A671 CF70 EFW Pipes

Outside Diameter (mm) Wall Thickness (mm) Nominal Size (in.) Schedule Weight (Kg/m)
406.4 12.7 16 SCH 40 47.9
508.0 19.1 20 SCH 80 92.6
610.0 25.4 24 SCH 120 161.2
762.0 31.8 30 SCH 160 249.6

Additional sizes and weights are available upon request.

Mechaicnal Properties of ASTM A671 CF70 Pipes

Grade Yield Strength (Min) Tensile Strength (Min) Elongation (%)
CF70 260 MPa 485 MPa 21

Chemical Composition of ASTM A671 CF70 Pipes

Element Maximum % Composition
Carbon (C) 0.18
Manganese (Mn) 0.60
Phosphorus (P) 0.025
Sulfur (S) 0.025
Silicon (Si) 0.13
Nickel (Ni) 3.50

Price Range (per Metric Ton)

Pipe Type Price Range (USD)
ASTM A671 CF70 EFW Pipes $1,200 – $2,500

Welding and Heat Treatment for ASTM A671 CF70 Pipes

Welding ASTM A671 CF70 pipes requires careful preheating, especially for thicker sections over 25 mm, to avoid cracking. Post-Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT) is recommended for stress relief and enhanced toughness. Normalization and tempering are commonly applied to achieve superior low-temperature ductility and resistance to fracture.

Key Differences Between ASTM A671 CF70 and CF65 Pipes

Feature CF70 CF65
Carbon Content 0.18% 0.16%
Yield Strength (Min) 260 MPa 240 MPa
Applications Low-Temperature, High Stress Low-Temperature, Medium Stress

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