ASTM A182 is a standard published by the American Society for
Testing and Materials (ASTM) that specifies the requirements for
forged fittings used in high-pressure and high-temperature
applications, such as power generation and petrochemical
processing.
Baffles and tubesheets are components commonly found in heat
exchangers, condensers, evaporators, and other pressure vessels.
They play crucial roles in these systems:
Baffles are used to divide or partition the flow within a vessel or
pipe. They help improve heat transfer efficiency by ensuring fluid
turbulence and enhancing heat exchange between the fluid and the
vessel walls. Baffles can be flat plates or shaped elements.
Tubesheets are flat plates or sheets where the tubes of a heat
exchanger are attached. The tubes, which carry the fluids, are
inserted into the tubesheet and then secured with gaskets. The
tubesheet allows for the efficient distribution of fluid flow
through the tubes and provides structural support to the tubes.
When using ASTM A182 materials for baffle and tubesheet
applications, it's important to ensure that the specific type of
steel (e.g., alloy steel, stainless steel, etc.) chosen meets the
necessary mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and
temperature capabilities required for the application.
The choice of material should also consider factors like cost,
availability, and compatibility with other system components. For
example, if the system operates under high-temperature conditions,
materials with good creep resistance and high-temperature strength
might be preferred.
Please consult the specific ASTM A182 standard or your engineering
guidelines for detailed specifications and requirements. Always
work with qualified engineers and materials suppliers to ensure
compliance and optimal performance in your application.
Different Material Of Tube Sheet
Forged Tube sheets, A182 F304/304L, A182 F316/316L, A182 F321, A182
F310S, A182 F347H,
A182 F316Ti, 317L, 904L, 1.4301,1.4307, 1.4401, 1.4571, 1.4541,
254Mo and etc.
Duplex stainless steel Tube sheets: UNS31803,SAF2205,UNS32205,UNS31500,UNS32750,UNS32760, 1.4462,
1.4410, 1.4501 and etc
Stainless steel Tube sheets ASTM A240 304 304L 316 316L , 904L
Titanium Tube sheets :ASTM B265 GR1,GR2,GR3,GR5,GR7,GR12. tube sheet/baffle plate
Forged Titanium Tube sheets: ASTM B381 GR F1,GR F2,GR F3,GR F5,GR F7,GR F12. tube sheet
BT1-00,BT1-0,BT1-2
Carbon steel tube sheet: A105, SA266.GR2,A350LF2, Q235, St37, St45.8, A42CP, E24 , A516
Gr60, A516 Gr 70,S235JR
Nickel alloy tube sheet:inconel600, inconel625, inconel690, incoloy800, incoloy 825,
incoloy 800H,C22, C-276, Monel400, Alloy20 etc.
Cr-Mo alloy tube sheet: A182F11, A182F5, A182F22, A182F91, A182F9, 16mo3 etc
Copper nickel tube sheet :SB171 C70600,C71500 TUBESHEET/BAFFLE/FLANGE.
Naval Brass tube sheet :SB171 C46400/C46500 TUBESHEET/BAFFLE/FLANGE
Aluminium bronze tube sheet:SB171 C61300/C61400/C63000 TUBESHEET/BAFFLE/FLANGE
