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Bright annealed stainless steel tube

What is Bright Annealed Stainless Steel Tube and why annealing is performed?

The Bright Annealed Stainless Steel Tube is manufactured through a critical production process. Herein, proper annealing is quite annealing is quite necessary, otherwise the tube surface can get cracked, stained or get easily corroded. The process includes heating the stainless steel in high temperatures in inert gas atmosphere to get Bright Annealing Stainless Steel Tubes. The procedure takes place in a controlled atmosphere furnace.

Annealing is performed on SS Bright Annealed Tube to reverse the effects of work hardening. The tubes can get work hardened during bending, drawing, or cold forming procedures. In case the material becomes too hard, it becomes impossible to work on it or might lead to surface cracking. Tubotech is most genuine and trusted bright annealed stainless steel tube manufacturer in india.

The primary use of bright annealed tubes is in automotive applications.

Semi-Bright Tubes/ Bright Annealed
Specification Grades
EN :
  • 10305-4 : E-235, E 215, E-355
  • 10305-1 :E-355, E-235, E 215, E-255
  • 10216-1 : P235 (TR 2, TR 1), P195 (TR 2, TR 1),
DIN :
  • 1629 : ST-44, ST-37, ST-52
  • 2391 : ST-45, ST-35, ST-30Al, ST-52
  • 1630 : ST-44.4, ST-37.4, ST-52.4

 

Semi-Bright Pipe/ Bright Annealed
Specification Grades
IS :
  • 3601 : CDS-210, CDS-160, CDS-310, CDS-240, CDS-430, CDS-370, CDS-540
  • 3074 : CDS-2, CDS-1, CDS-4, CDS-3, CDS-5
JIS G3445 : 12(A,B,C), 15(A,C), STKM 11A, 14(A,B,C), 13(A,B,C), 16(A,C)
ASTM A519 1040, 1018, 1030, 1020, 1035, 1045 1033, 1026, 1021, 1015, 1012, 1025, 1017, 1009, 1016, 1019, 1008, 1010

What is Bright Annealed Seamless Tube?

The seamless Stainless Steel Bright Annealed Tube comes without any welded seams. They are characterized by high quality bring and clean inside and outside surfaces. They also possess precise dimensional tolerances with high strength and great resistance to corrosion. The seamless 304 bright annealed stainless steel tube is stronger than the welded ones and they offer better leakage protection compared to the welded tubes.

What is Cold Drawn Bright Annealed Seamless Tubes?

The cold drawn seamless 304 BA stainless steel tubing comes with uniform tolerance and enhanced machinability. They also possess greater strength and tolerances than the hot rolled 304 Stainless Steel Bright Annealed Tubes. They have a high strength-to-weight ratio and they can be processed so as to offer a combination of some desired characteristics.

Bright Annealing Furnace for Stainless Steel Tubes

A bright annealing furnace is a specialized device used to heat stainless-steel tubes in controlled surroundings, normally hydrogen or a nitrogen-hydrogen mix, to prevent oxidation. Operating at temperatures between 900°C and 1200°C.

Benefit Explanation
Temperature Range Operates at 900°C to 1200°C
Controlled Atmosphere Uses Hydrogen or Nitrogen-Hydrogen Mixture to Stop Oxidation.
Applications Used in automotive, aerospace, food and medical industries.
Surface Finish Creates a Clean, Bright Finish Without Polishing.
Thermal Uniformity Prevents Warping by Ensuring Consistent Heating.
Cooling System Integrated Rapid Cooling for Post-annealing.
Mechanical Properties Decreases Hardness and Increases Ductility.
Efficiency Speeds Up Operations and Lowers Labor Expenses.
Oxidation Prevention Removes the Need for Passivation or Pickling.
Versatility It Works With Many Grades of Stainless Steel.
Continuous Operation High Efficiency and the Ability to Process Continuously.

Bright Annealing Process for Stainless Steel

Bright Annealing Process for Stainless Steel

Bright Annealing Process for Stainless Steel Step How To Do It.
Loading The Furnace is Filled With Stainless Steel Tubes.
Heating The Tubes Are Heated in a Nitrogen/Hydrogen Regulated Environment.
Annealing Keeps the Temperature High for a Predetermined Amount of Time to Reduce Stress.
Cooling To Maintain Material Characteristics, Rapid Cooling is Used.
Unloading When Finished Tubes Are Removed Out, They Have a Clear, Bright Finish.

Bright Annealed vs Annealed Pickled

Value Bright Annealed Annealed Pickled
Surface Finish Shiny and Bright Dull, Possibly Discoloured
Oxidation Minimal Because of the Regulated Environment Removed After Pickling
Cost Higher Lower
Mechanical Properties Increased Ductility Likewise, Some Hardness Might Be Retained.
Applications High-performance and Decorative Applications General applications
Post-Processing No More Care is Required. To Eliminate Scale, Pickling is Necessary.

Difference Between Annealing and Bright Annealing

Difference Between Annealing and Bright Annealing

Value Annealing Bright Annealing
Function Reduce Internal Stresses and Increase Ductility Similar Objectives, but With a Surface Quality Focus
Atmosphere Typically, Vacuum or Air Controlled Environment to Avoid Oxidation
Cost Lower Higher
Process Steps Gradual Cooling After Heating Rapid Cooling After Heating in a Non-oxidizing Environment
Surface Finish May Cause Oxidation and Poor Finish. Creates a Glossy, Bright Surface.
Applications Metalworking and General Manufacturing High-performance Applications.

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Specifications of Bright Annealed Stainless Steel Tube

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Bright Annealed Tubes Size Chart

Size (Tube OD) Dimensions
Nominal Size in mm, Wall × ID Gauge
1 0.065 × 0.870 16
1-1/2 0.065 × 1.370 16
2 0.065 × 1.870 16
2-1/2 0.065 × 2.370 16
3 0.065 × 2.870 16
4 0.065 × 3.870 16
4 0.083 × 3.834 14
6 0.083 × 4.834 14
6 0.083 × 5.834 14
6 0.109 × 5.782 12
8 0.109 × 7.782 12

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Price List of Bright Annealed Tubes

- Costa Rica Thailand Ghana
Country name Costa Rica Thailand Ghana
Standard Size
  • 6MM
  • 6.35MM
  • 8.00 MM
  • 9.52 MM
  • 10.00 MM
  • 12.7 MM
  • 15.88MM  x 0.9 MM / 1.2MM / 1.65MM / 2.00 MM 
CIF price 6446745.12 CRC /TON 440798.67 THB /TON 156277.75 GHS /TON
Delivery days 2 Weeks + Sailing time 2 Weeks + Sailing time 2 Weeks + Sailing time
Payment term 30% ADV , BAL AGSINT SHIPMENT 30% ADV , BAL AGSINT SHIPMENT 30% ADV , BAL AGSINT SHIPMENT
NACE certified? YES YES YES
Size in stock? if not how many days to arranged? 4 Weeks 4 Weeks 4 wWeeks

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SS Bright Annealed Tube Application

  • Textile Industries
  • Precision instruments and parts
  • Medical eauipment apparatus
  • Electronic and electric appliance
  • Automatic apparatus
  • Opto-electrical and semi-conductor
  • Food Industries
Bright annealed stainless steel tube

What is the difference between quenching and SS Bright Annealed Tube?

The quenching procedure tends to make the metals brittle, increasing the risk of breakage. The annealing process in the Bright Annealed Tubes enhances its properties so as to maximize its strength and durability for a wide range of applications. The annealing procedure also removes residual stress in the Bright Annealed Seamless Tube, which improves its machinability and formability.

What is the difference between sintering and Annealed Tubing?

Sintering is the process of applying heat so as to remove internal stress from the given material. Annealing the BA Finish Pipe is the process of heat application so as to agglomerate the particles of the material. They are both essential industrial processes that require heat treatments. But they have different operating steps and conditions.

Straightness of Annealed Tubing

Straightness of Annealed Tubing

Bright Annealed Tube Composition

304 Stainless Steel

C 0.08%

S 0.030%

Cr 18.0-20.0%

Mn 2.0%

Si 0.75%

P 0.045%

Ni 8.0-10.5%

316 Stainless Steel

C 0.08%

S 0.030%

Cr 16.00 - 18.00%

Mn 2.0%

Si 1.0%

P 0.045%

Ni 11.00 - 14.00%

Bright Annealing Stainless Steel Tubes Mechanical Properties

Grade Density Tensile Strength Melting Point Yield Strength (0.2%Offset) Elongation
304/304H/304L 8.0 g/cm3 Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 1400 °C (2550 °F) Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 35 %
316/316L/316H 8.0 g/cm3 Psi – 75000 , MPa – 515 1400 °C (2550 °F) Psi – 30000 , MPa – 205 35 %
Stockist of 304 Bright Annealed Stainless Steel Tubing As Per Various Standards

Standard Comparison of Bright Annealed SS Tube

America Standard

Standard Manufacturing & delivery condition OD tolerance mm OD / mm Thickness T / mm T tolerance mm
Minimum Average
ASTM A999 / M Seamless tubes and welded tubes +0.4, -0.8 <48.3 -0.125t
ASTM A1016 A1016M Hot drawn seamless tubes +0.4, -0.8 <=100 <=2.4 +0.4t, 0
+0.4, -1.2 100 – 200 2.4 – 3.8 +0.35t, 0
+0.4, -1.6 200 – 225 3.8 – 4.6 +0.33t, 0
>=4.6 +0.28t, 0
Cold drawn seamless tubes +0.1, -0.11 <25 +0.20t, 0 +/-0.10t
25 – 40
+/-0.2 40 – 50 +0.22t, 0 +/-0.10t
+/-0.25 50 – 65
+/-0.3 65 – 75
+/-0.38 75 – 100
+/-0.38, -0.04 100 – 200
+/-0.38, -1.14 200 – 250
Welded tubes +/-0.2 40 – 50 +0.18t, 0 +/-0.10t
+/-0.25 50 – 65
+/-0.3 65 – 75
+/-0.38 75 – 100
+/-0.38, -0.04 100 – 200
+/-0.38, -1.14 200 – 250
ASTM A312 / M Seamless tubes and welded tubes +/-0.8 48.3-114.3 OD=10.3-73 +0.20 t, -125t
+1.6, -0.8 168.3-219.1 t/OD<=5% OD=88.9-457.2 +0.225 t, -125t
+2.4, -0.8 219.1-457.2 t/OD>5% OD=88.9-457.2 +0.15 t, -125t
Welded tubes +3.2, -0.8 508-660 OD>=508 +0.175 t,-0.125 t
+4.0, -0.8 711-864 t/OD<=5%, OD>=508 +0.225 t,-0.125 t
Seamless tubes +4.8, -0.8 914-1209 t/OD>5%, OD>=508 +0.15 t, -125t
ASTM A358 / M Welded tubes +/-0.50%  
ASTM A409 / M Welded tubes +/-0.2% T<4.8
+/-0.4% t>=4.8
ASTM A511 Seamless tubing +/-0.1 <=12.7 +/-0.15t
+/-0.2 12.7-38.1 +/-0.10t
+/-0.3 38.1-88.9
+/-0.4 88.9-139.7
+/-0.8 139.7-203.1
+/-1.1 203.1-220
+/-1.6 220-325
Standard Comparison

European Standard

Standard Manufacturing Process & Type Outer Diameter Tolerance Wall Thickness Tolerance
OD (Mm) Class
EN10312 Welded Tubes Series 1 D4 T3
Series 2 D3 – D4 T3 – T4
EN10296-2 Welded Tubes >168.3 D2 T3
≤168.3 D3 T3
≤114.3 D4 T3
EN10297-2 Hot Finished Seamless Tube D1 T1
D2 T2
Cold Finished Seamless Tubes D3 T3
D4 T4
EN10216-5 Hot Finished Seamless Tube 219.1-610 D1 +22.5%T,-15%T
T1
T2
30-219.1 D2 T1
T2
Cold Finished Seamless Tubes ≤219.1 D3 T3
D4 T4
EN10217-7 Welded Tubes >168.3 D2 T3
≤168.3 D3 T3
D4 T3

China Standards

Specification Manufacturing O.D Tolerance O.D(Mm) W.T(Mm) W.T Tolerance
GB/T14976 Cold Rolled Seamless Tube ±0.15 6-10 1-3 +12.5% -12.5%
±0.2 10-30 >3 +12.5% -10%
±0.3 30-50 Average Wall, +22%
±0.8% >50
GB13296 Cold Rolled Seamless Pipe ±0.15/-0.2 6-30 1-3 +20% -0%
±0.3 >30-50 >3 +22% -0%
±0.75% >50 Also Average Wall

Ammonia Cracker Plant for Bright Annealing Tube

Ammonia cracker plant for bright annealing

Bright Annealed Automobile Tubes Advantages

  • Reduction of production costs
  • No additional manipulation of the tube
  • Reduced dimensions
  • High system security
  • Wide range of pipe diameters and thicknesses

Equivalent of 304 Bright Annealed Stainless Steel Tube

North America Europe America
UNS EN ASTM
S30400 1.4301 / 1.4307 TP304
S30403 1.4306 TP304L
S30409 1.4948 TP304H
S31600 / S31603 1.4401 / 1.4404 TP316 / TP316L
S31603 1.4435 TP316LMo
S31609 1.4919 / 1.4918 TP316H
S31635 1.4571 TP316Ti
S31703 1.4438 TP317L
S32100 1.4541 TP321
S32109 1.4878 TP321H
S34700 1.4550 TP347
S31254 1.4547
N08904 1.4539 TP904L
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Various Types of Bright Annealing Stainless Steel Tubes

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Bright annealed 1mm thick seamless stainless steel tube

Bright annealed 1mm thick seamless stainless steel tube

Micro bright annealing stainless steel capillary tubing

Micro bright annealing stainless steel capillary tubing

ASTM TP 304 instrumentation seamless bright stainless steel tube

ASTM TP 304 instrumentation seamless bright stainless steel tube

Stainless steel bright tube BA 12mm

Stainless steel bright tube BA 12mm

1.4301 Bright annealed tube

1.4301 Bright annealed tube

1 1/2 Bright annealed seamless stainless steel tube

1 1/2" Bright annealed seamless stainless steel tube

Bright Annealed Seamless Stainless Steel Tube for Instrumentation

Bright Annealed Seamless Stainless Steel Tube for Instrumentation

TP304L Bright Annealed Tube Stainless Steel

TP304L Bright Annealed Tube Stainless Steel

Bright Annealed Stainless Steel Seamless Tube for Decoration

Bright Annealed Stainless Steel Seamless Tube for Decoration

Features of Stainless Steel Bright Annealed Tube

  • Designed for ease of operation and maintenance
  • Automatic speed sensor controls power proportionate to line speed
  • Integrated temperature sensing
  • High wear ceramic tube guides
  • Integrated pumping system
  • Solid state inverters

Stainless Steel Bright Annealed Finish of Alloying Elements

Alloying elements Effect on the properties
Chromium Boosts resistance against oxidation and corrosion. improves wear resistance and hardenability. strengthens at high temperatures.
Molybdenum Improves wear resistance, hardenability, and high temperature hardness. amplifies the impact of additional mitigating factors. Remove the steel's brittle temper. strengthens at high temperatures.
Nickel Improves hardenability. increases resilience. boosts impact resistance in cold weather.
Cobalt Raises wear resistance and heat.
Titanium Strongest former for carbide. added to stainless steel to stop chromium carbide from precipitating.
Manganese Improves hardenability. When combined with sulfur, its negative effects are lessened.
Vanadium Improves wear resistance, hardenability, and high temperature hardness. increases resilience to fatigue.
Aluminum Forms nitride when steels are nitrided.produces a casting with fine grain size. takes oxygen out of the melting steel.
Silicon Eliminates oxygen while producing steel.increases resilience. Boosts the capacity for hardness.
Boron Improves hardenability. yields a fine grain size.
Tungsten Raises the hardness at high temperatures. refines the size of the grain.

Stainless Bright Annealed Tube Value Added Services

  • Beveling
  • Heat Treating & Annealing
  • Honing & Turning
  • Polishing
  • UT Testing

Bright Annealing Heat Treatment of SS Tubes

bright annealing is performed at 1550–1800°F (845-980°C)

Technology and Process of Bright Annealing Tube

  • Controlling mechanical properties technology
  • Tubes inside surface cleaning technology
  • Inner hole finish control technology
  • Precision cold drawing technology

Bright Annealed Tube Country Wise Delivery Time

Country Name Delivery Time in Days
Poland 45
Germany 20
Finland 45
Norway 45
Sweden 45
Kazakhstan 45-60
Bhutan 7
Nepal 7
Cambodia 9
Vietnam 10
Jordan 21
Thailand 7
Australia 21
Russia 20
Sri lanka 6
Kenya 19
Yemen 21
Japan 7
Norway 45
Cyprus 45

FAQ

What is the maximum bright annealing temperature of ss tubes?

55°C to 72°C

What is the maximum bright annealed surface roughness value of stainless steel tubes?

4 to 20 microinches (µin) or 0.1 to 0.5 micrometers (µm)