Alloy 800/800H (UNS N08800/N08810) pipe for chemical industry is the industry-standard iron-nickel-chromium solid solution superalloy pipe, engineered for continuous high-temperature service up to 900℃. It provides exceptional resistance to oxidation, carburization and sulfidation, making it the workhorse material for petrochemical furnaces, reformers and ethylene cracking coils where stainless steels fail rapidly.
As the most cost-effective high-temperature alloy for chemical processing, Alloy 800H features controlled carbon content and coarse grain structure for superior creep and rupture strength above 650℃. With over 20 years of production experience, Emily PIPE supplies precision-manufactured Alloy 800/800H seamless and welded pipes that meet the strictest international high-temperature chemical industry standards.
| Item | Details |
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| Executive Standards | 1. International Material Standards: ASTM B407 (Seamless Pipe), ASTM B704 (Welded Pipe), ASME SB407, ASME SB704, DIN 17459, EN 1.4876/1.4958
2. Chemical Piping Standards: ASME B31.3 (Process Piping), ASME B31.1 (Power Piping) 3. Pressure Vessel Standards: ASME Section VIII Div.1, PED 2014/68/EU 4. Testing Standards: ASTM E8, ASTM E23, ASTM E139 (Creep), ASTM G54 (Oxidation) 5. Quality Management Standards: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 |
| Material Grade | 1. Alloy 800 (UNS N08800): General-purpose high-temperature grade
2. Alloy 800H (UNS N08810): Creep-optimized grade (0.05-0.10% C, ASTM grain size ≥5) 3. Alloy 800HT (UNS N08811): Maximum creep strength grade (0.06-0.10% C, Al+Ti 0.85-1.20%) 4. Equivalent Grades: NS1101/NS1102 (China), Incoloy 800/800H (USA), Nicrofer 3221 (Germany) |
| Chemical Composition (Weight %) | 1. Nickel (Ni): 30.0-35.0 (stabilizes austenite, improves toughness)
2. Chromium (Cr): 19.0-23.0 (primary element for oxidation and carburization resistance) 3. Iron (Fe): Balance (≥39.5%, improves formability and reduces cost) 4. Carbon (C): ≤0.10 (800); 0.05-0.10 (800H); 0.06-0.10 (800HT) 5. Aluminum (Al): 0.15-0.60 6. Titanium (Ti): 0.15-0.60 7. Manganese (Mn): ≤1.50 8. Silicon (Si): ≤1.00 9. Sulfur (S): ≤0.015 Note: Higher carbon and controlled grain size in 800H provide 2-3x better creep strength than standard 800 above 650℃ |
| Mechanical Properties (Annealed State) | Alloy 800:
1. Tensile Strength (RT): 515-690 MPa 2. 0.2% Yield Strength (RT): ≥205 MPa 3. Elongation (δ5): ≥40% Alloy 800H: 1. Tensile Strength (RT): 450-650 MPa 2. 0.2% Yield Strength (RT): ≥170 MPa 3. Elongation (δ5): ≥35% High-Temperature Properties (800H): 1. Tensile Strength (700℃): ≥180 MPa 2. Creep Rupture Strength (700℃, 10,000h): ≥45 MPa 3. Maximum Continuous Service Temperature: 900℃ |
| Dimensional Tolerance | 1. Seamless Pipes: Ø6-50mm ±0.15mm; Ø50-150mm ±0.3mm; Ø150-300mm ±0.5mm; Wall thickness ±0.08-0.12mm
2. Welded Pipes: Ø10-200mm ±0.2mm; Wall thickness ±0.10mm 3. U-Bend Pipes: Bend radius ±0.5mm; Ovality at bend ≤3% of OD 4. Length Tolerance: ±2mm (1-12m); custom lengths up to 18m available |
| Why This Material Is Used in Chemical Industry | 1. Unmatched High-Temperature Oxidation Resistance:
– Forms a dense, adherent chromium oxide layer that resists spalling up to 900℃ – Mass loss <2 mg/cm² after 1,000 hours at 900℃ per ASTM G54 – Outperforms 310S stainless steel by 3-5 times in high-temperature oxidation 2. Superior Carburization and Sulfidation Resistance: – Excellent resistance to carburization in hydrocarbon processing environments – Carbon penetration <0.5mm after 5 years at 650℃ – Good sulfidation resistance in H₂S-containing environments up to 550℃ 3. Exceptional Creep and Rupture Strength: – Alloy 800H is specifically designed for long-term service above 650℃ where creep is the primary failure mode – Coarse grain structure and controlled carbon content provide superior creep resistance – Maintains structural integrity for 10+ years in continuous high-temperature operation 4. Excellent Thermal Stability: – No harmful σ-phase precipitation below 850℃ after long-term exposure – Retains ductility and toughness even after prolonged high-temperature service – Resists thermal fatigue during cyclic heating and cooling 5. Superior Cost-Effectiveness: – 30-40% lower material cost than Inconel 600 and 60-70% lower than Inconel 625 – Service life 5-10 times longer than 304/316 stainless steel in high-temperature applications – Lower fabrication costs due to excellent formability and weldability |
| Application Scenarios and Corresponding Customers | 1. Petrochemical and Refining Industry:
– Applications: Ethylene cracking coils, reformer tubes, furnace tubes, transfer lines, heat exchanger tubes, quench coolers – Customers: ExxonMobil, Shell, BP, Chevron, TotalEnergies, Saudi Aramco, Sinopec 2. Fertilizer and Ammonia Industry: – Applications: Steam methane reformer tubes, ammonia converter internals, heat exchanger tubes, process piping – Customers: Yara International, Nutrien, Mosaic, CF Industries, OCP Group, Sinochem 3. Methanol and Hydrogen Production: – Applications: Reformer outlet manifolds, process piping, heat exchanger tubes, furnace components – Customers: BASF, Dow Chemical, Linde, Air Liquide, Methanex 4. Heat Treatment and Metallurgical Industry: – Applications: Furnace tubes, radiant tubes, muffles, retorts, heat treatment fixtures – Customers: Bodycote, Ipsen, Seco/Warwick, major automotive and aerospace heat treaters 5. Power Generation Industry: – Applications: Superheater tubes, reheater tubes, flue gas desulfurization (FGD) piping, heat exchanger tubes – Customers: Siemens Energy, GE Power, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, EDF, State Grid 6. Nuclear Industry: – Applications: Steam generator tubing, reactor internals, process piping – Customers: Areva, Westinghouse, Rosatom, China National Nuclear Corporation |
| Customer Requirements in This Industry | 1. Performance Requirements:
– High-Temperature Strength: Must maintain sufficient strength and creep resistance at operating temperatures up to 900℃ – Oxidation Resistance: Must resist oxidation and scaling in high-temperature flue gas environments – Carburization Resistance: Must resist carburization in hydrocarbon processing environments – Thermal Fatigue Resistance: Must withstand cyclic heating and cooling without cracking – Weldability: Must be easily weldable while retaining high-temperature properties 2. Quality and Compliance Requirements: – Material Standard Compliance: Must meet all requirements of ASTM B407, ASTM B704 and ASME SB407 – ASME B31.3 Compliance: Must comply with process piping code for chemical plant construction – Full Traceability: Must provide 100% traceability from raw material ore to finished product – Material Certification: Must provide comprehensive MTRs including chemical analysis, mechanical properties and creep test results – Third-Party Inspection: Must allow inspection by TÜV, SGS, BV or other authorized organizations 3. Manufacturing Requirements: – Precision Dimensional Tolerances: Must meet tight tolerances for proper fit and assembly of piping systems – Surface Quality: Must have a smooth, defect-free surface to prevent oxidation initiation – Internal Quality: Must be free from inclusions, porosity and segregation (100% UT/ET verified) – Consistent Quality: Must have uniform chemical composition and grain size across all batches – Heat Treatment Control: Must undergo proper solution annealing to achieve required grain size and properties 4. Supply Chain Requirements: – Reliable Delivery: Must meet tight project schedules and plant turnaround deadlines – Emergency Response: Must provide expedited production for unplanned shutdowns – Small Batch Capability: Must produce small quantities for prototype development and maintenance – Global Supply Capability: Must deliver to chemical plants worldwide with consistent quality – Inventory Management: Must offer stock holding solutions to reduce customer inventory costs 5. Cost Requirements: – Competitive Pricing: Must offer fair pricing while maintaining the highest quality standards – Low Total Cost of Ownership: Must provide long service life and reduced maintenance costs – Value-Added Services: Must offer cutting, bending, welding and end processing services |
| Common Related Products in This Industry | 1. Alloy 800/800H Seamless Pipes: Available in various sizes and wall thicknesses for high-temperature applications
2. Alloy 800/800H Welded Pipes: Cost-effective solution for large-diameter and low-to-medium pressure applications 3. Alloy 800/800H U-Bend Pipes: Custom bent pipes for high-temperature heat exchangers and condensers 4. Alloy 800/800H Fittings: Elbows, tees, reducers, flanges and couplings for high-temperature piping systems 5. Alloy 800/800H Forgings: Custom forgings including valve bodies, pump casings and flanges 6. Alloy 800/800H Welding Materials: Electrodes, wires and filler metals for high-temperature welding 7. Alloy 800/800H Machined Components: Precision-machined valves, fittings and heat exchanger parts 8. Alloy 800/800H Sheets and Plates: Used for manufacturing tanks, vessels and furnace components 9. Alloy 800/800H Bars and Rods: Used for manufacturing shafts, bolts and structural components 10. Custom Fabricated Assemblies: Pre-fabricated piping spools and heat exchanger bundles |
| Why Choose Us (Emily PIPE) | 1. 20+ Years of High-Temperature Alloy Expertise: We have been supplying high-performance Alloy 800/800H pipe products to the global chemical industry for over 20 years
2. Dedicated High-Temperature Alloy Production Line: We operate a dedicated clean production line for Alloy 800/800H pipes, ensuring strict control over chemical composition and grain size 3. Full-Process Quality Control: We implement comprehensive quality control including 100% ultrasonic, eddy current and hydrostatic testing 4. Complete International Certifications: Our products meet all major international standards and hold ASTM, ASME, PED and ISO 9001 certifications 5. Advanced Customization Capability: We can produce custom sizes, lengths, wall thicknesses and end processing according to your drawings 6. Global Chemical Supply Chain Experience: We have extensive experience supplying to major chemical and petrochemical companies worldwide with reliable on-time delivery 7. Professional Technical Support: Our team of metallurgical engineers and high-temperature alloy specialists provides expert guidance on material selection 8. One-Stop Solution: We provide complete solutions from raw material supply to pre-fabricated piping assemblies, reducing your supply chain complexity |
| Supplementary Industry Information | 1. Comprehensive Test Reports: Each batch comes with a full MTR including chemical analysis, mechanical properties, grain size and NDT results. Creep and oxidation test reports available upon request
2. Full Material Traceability: Every pipe has a unique heat number and complete traceability documentation from raw material to finished product 3. Value-Added Processing: We offer precision cutting, CNC bending, welding, end processing and surface finishing services 4. Prototype Development Support: We support small batch prototype orders with fast turnaround times 5. Emergency Response Service: We provide 24/7 emergency service for unplanned plant shutdowns with expedited shipping 6. Market Growth: The global Alloy 800/800H pipe market is projected to grow at a CAGR of over 5% through 2030, driven by increasing demand from petrochemical and hydrogen production industries 7. Sustainability Commitment: All our products are manufactured using sustainable practices and are 100% recyclable |
| Packaging | 1. Plastic Caps: All pipe ends are protected with heavy-duty polyethylene caps with internal sealing rings to prevent contamination
2. Waterproof Film: Each pipe is individually wrapped in waterproof and anti-corrosion film 3. Bundle Packing: Pipes of the same size are bundled with steel straps and wooden spacers to prevent contact damage 4. Wooden Case: Bundles are packed in sturdy fumigated wooden cases with steel reinforcement for international shipping 5. Export Standard Packing: All packaging complies with international export standards and ISPM 15 regulations 6. Marking: Each package is clearly marked with product specifications, heat number, quantity and destination |
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