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In mid August this year, we received an order from a Jordanian customer for ASTM A335 P11 alloy steel pipes and ASTM A234 WP11 alloy butt welded pipe fittings commonly used in American standards. Due to their excellent performance, both are widely used in high-temperature and high-pressure pipeline systems and are our core products.
When sorting out the order parameters, we found something special: ASTM A335 P11 alloy steel pipe requires a diameter of 10 inches and SCH40S wall thickness; The welded pipe fittings include three categories: 90 degree short radius elbows (SR), tees, and reducers; All are 8-inch caliber and SCH40S wall thickness. With professional experience, the diameter and wall thickness of steel pipes and fittings in conventional pipeline systems must be consistent before they can be used together. We communicate with clients in a timely manner, explaining potential issues and conventional standards. The customer explained that this batch of goods is a supplementary purchase order for construction projects, so the required steel pipes and fittings for different parts have different diameters and can be supplied as needed.
After confirming the details of the order, we immediately initiate the production process, strictly following ASTM standards and internal quality management system. Each process is monitored by professional personnel to ensure that the product meets the standards.
Through the collaboration and cooperation of various departments, we have completed production on schedule and arranged logistics delivery. Before leaving the factory, according to regulations, our personnel conducted size and material inspections on the products: in terms of size, professional tools were used to measure the outer diameter, inner diameter, wall thickness, groove angle, etc. of the steel pipes; In terms of material, the chemical composition of the product is detected by a spectral detector to ensure that it is made of genuine P11 alloy material.
In the end, the product was delivered smoothly and won customer recognition. This order processing reflects our professional ability and rigorous attitude, and deepens our cooperation trust with customers, laying the foundation for long-term cooperation.

Item | Description of Goods | Qty | Unit |
2 | 90 Degree Elbows Butt Weld (Short Radius) 8'' SCH40S ASTM SA234 WP11 | 19 | ea |
3 | Tee Butt Weld 8'' SCH40S ASTM SA234 WP11 | 30 | ea |
4 | Reducer Butt Weld 10" - 8 " SCH40S ASTM SA234 WP11 | 30 | ea |
5 | Pipe(BE) Beveled Ends 6m/length 10" SCH40S ASTM SA335 P11 | 20 | ea |
TOTAL | 99 | ea | |
In industrial pipeline systems, the matching of steel pipes and fittings and the performance of materials that meet the requirements of pipeline design pressure and environment are related to production safety and efficiency. ASTM A335 P11 alloy steel pipe and ASTM A234 WP11 alloy butt welded pipe fittings, as widely used materials in the American standard system, have become the preferred choice for many high temperature and high pressure scenarios due to their excellent high temperature and high pressure resistance, providing protection for industrial production.
ASTM A335 P11 alloy steel pipes strictly follow the standards established by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), which provides clear and strict regulations on the chemical composition, mechanical properties, manufacturing processes, and inspection methods of materials. In terms of chemical composition, it uses chromium molybdenum alloy as the core component and strictly regulates the content range of carbon (C), silicon (Si), manganese (Mn), phosphorus (P), sulfur (S) and other elements to ensure the consistency and stability of material properties; In terms of mechanical performance, standard requirements have been set for indicators such as tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation to ensure the reliability of the product in practical applications. The manufacturing process covers multiple stages such as smelting, rolling, and heat treatment, and each stage must comply with standard specifications. At the same time, strict non-destructive testing, physical and chemical testing and other inspection methods are used to ensure that the quality of the products leaving the factory meets the standards.
Chemical Composition
| CHEMICAL | LIMITS | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | Mo |
| ASTM A335 P11 | MIN | 0.05 | 0.30 | 0.50 | 1.00 | 0.44 | ||
| MAX | 0.15 | 0.60 | 0.025 | 0.025 | 1.00 | 1.50 | 0.65 |
Mechanical Properties
| MATERIAL | T.S (MPA) | Y.S (MPA) | EL % |
| ASTM A335 P11 | 415 min | 205 min | 30 min |
Performance Characteristics
ASTM A335 P11 alloy steel pipes are widely used in many industrial fields due to their excellent performance characteristics. Alloy steel pipes have high temperature strength and oxidation resistance, which enables them to effectively resist oxidation and corrosion in high temperature environments, significantly reducing material loss. They are particularly suitable for high-temperature pipeline systems in industries such as petrochemicals and power generation, such as cracking furnace pipelines in oil refineries and steam transmission pipelines in thermal power plants. At the same time, excellent creep resistance can prevent deformation of pipelines under long-term high temperature, ensure stable pipeline size, and ensure smooth fluid transportation. Therefore, it is commonly used in key pipeline parts that can withstand high temperature and high pressure, such as the main steam pipeline of nuclear power plants and the high-temperature and high-pressure reaction material transportation pipeline of large chemical plants.
ASTM A234 WP11 alloy butt welded pipe fittings are also produced according to ASTM standards and have the same material as ASTM A335 P11 alloy steel pipes, ensuring compatibility and integrity during welding. The pipe fittings are connected by butt welding, with high welding strength and good sealing performance, which can effectively avoid leakage problems at the pipeline joints. In addition, it inherits the advantages of chromium molybdenum alloy, which is resistant to high temperature, high pressure, and corrosion, and can work together with steel pipes to ensure the stability of the entire pipeline system.
Its chemical composition is basically the same as ASTM A335 P11 alloy steel pipe, with matching chromium and molybdenum content to ensure metallurgical bonding effect during welding. In terms of mechanical properties, the tensile strength, yield strength, and elongation are similar to those of steel pipes. The tensile strength is not less than 415MPa, the yield strength is not less than 205MPa, and the elongation is not less than 20%. It can withstand high temperature and high pressure together with steel pipes, avoiding system failures caused by insufficient pipe performance.
Chemical Composition
| CHEMICAL | LIMITS | C | Mn | P | S | Si | Cr | Mo |
| ASTM A234 WP11 CL1 | MIN | 0.050 | 0.30 | 0.50 | 1.00 | 0.440 | ||
| MAX | 0.150 | 0.60 | 0.030 | 0.030 | 1.00 | 1.50 | 0.660 | |
| ASTM A234 WP11 CL2,CL3 | MIN | 0.050 | 0.30 | 0.50 | 1.00 | 0.440 | ||
| MAX | 0.200 | 0.80 | 0.040 | 0.040 | 1.00 | 1.50 | 0.650 |
Mechanical Properties
| MATERIAL | T.S (MPA) | Y.S (MPA) | EL % |
| ASTM A234 WP11 CL1 | 415 min | 205 min | 30min |
| ASTM A234 WP11 CL2 | 485min | 275min | 30min |
| ASTM A234 WP11 CL3 | 520min | 310min | 30min |
As a key connecting component of the pipeline system, this pipe fitting covers types such as butt welded 90 degree elbows, tees, reducers, etc., and is suitable for high-temperature and high-pressure pipeline systems matched with ASTM A335 P11 alloy steel pipes. In the fields of power, petrochemicals, etc., pipeline turning, diversion, and diameter reduction can be connected to pipelines to meet the layout requirements of pipelines under different working conditions, especially suitable for scenarios such as replacing old pipelines and building new systems.
ASTM A335 P11 alloy steel pipe and ASTM A234 WP11 alloy butt welded pipe fittings, with their strict standards, excellent performance, and strong adaptability, have become an ideal combination for high-temperature and high-pressure industrial scenarios. Whether you are building a new pipeline system or upgrading and replacing old pipelines, choosing these two products can provide a stable, safe, and efficient user experience, helping industrial production to operate continuously and stably.