ASTM A387 Alloy Steel Tube,Pipe, grade 12, Chromium Molybdenum

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ASTM A387 Alloy Steel, grade 12, Chromium Molybdenum Product Information -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: ## **Product Datasheet: ASTM A387 / ASME SA-387 Grade 12 Alloy Steel Plate** **Product Overview** ASTM A387 Grade 12 is a **chromium-molybdenum (Cr-Mo) alloy steel plate** specifically engineered for **pressure vessels and other welded construction** intended for **elevated temperature service**. This grade, with a nominal composition of 1% chromium and 0.5% molybdenum, offers a balanced combination of strength, creep resistance, oxidation resistance, and hydrogen attack resistance at temperatures up to approximately 1100°F (593°C). It is a fundamental material in the petrochemical, refining, and power generation industries for constructing reactors, heat exchangers, and piping operating under high pressure and heat. The standard defines two classes based on heat treatment condition. **Key International Standards** * **Primary Standard:** **ASTM A387 / A387M** - Standard Specification for Pressure Vessel Plates, Alloy Steel, Chromium-Molybdenum. * **Governing Specification:** This product conforms to the requirements for **Grade 12** within ASTM A387. * **ASME Designation:** **SA-387 Grade 12** - The mandatory ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) designation. * **Heat Treatment Classes:** The grade is subdivided into classes defining the delivery condition: * **Class 1:** Supplied in the **annealed or normalized and tempered** condition (softer, better for forming). * **Class 2:** Supplied in the **normalized and tempered or quenched and tempered** condition (higher strength). * **Related Standards:** Directly comparable to **ASTM A213 T12** for tubing, **ASTM A335 P12** for pipe, and international grades like **DIN 17175 13CrMo44** and **EN 10028-2 13CrMo4-5**. **Chemical Composition (Weight % - ASTM A387 Grade 12 Requirements)** | Element | ASTM A387 Grade 12 Requirement | Typical Range / Aim | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Carbon (C)** | 0.05 - 0.17% | 0.10 - 0.15% | | **Manganese (Mn)** | 0.40 - 0.65% | 0.45 - 0.60% | | **Phosphorus (P)** | 0.035% max | ≤ 0.020% | | **Sulfur (S)** | 0.035% max | ≤ 0.015% | | **Silicon (Si)** | 0.15 - 0.40% | 0.20 - 0.35% | | **Chromium (Cr)** | **0.80 - 1.15%** | 0.85 - 1.10% | | **Molybdenum (Mo)** | **0.45 - 0.60%** | 0.45 - 0.60% | | **Carbon Equivalent (C.E. IIW)** | -- | Typically 0.40 - 0.50 | **Physical & Mechanical Properties** *Properties vary depending on the specified Class (1 or 2) and thickness.* | Property | Requirement (Grade 12, Class 2 - Normalized & Tempered) | Typical Performance / Notes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Tensile Strength** | 60 - 85 ksi (415 - 585 MPa) | 65 - 80 ksi (448 - 552 MPa) | | **Yield Strength (0.2% Offset)** | 32 ksi (220 MPa) min | 35 - 45 ksi (241 - 310 MPa) | | **Elongation in 2" (Min)** | 20% (for plates ≤ 3/4") | 20-25% | | **Charpy V-Notch Toughness** | Often specified by purchaser per ASTM A20. | Can achieve good impact values when properly heat-treated. | | **Maximum Recommended Metal Temp.** | -- | **Up to ~1100°F (593°C)** for prolonged service. The chromium provides oxidation resistance, and molybdenum provides creep strength. | | **Key Feature** | **Versatile 1Cr-0.5Mo Alloy Plate:** The industry-standard chromium-molybdenum steel plate for elevated temperature pressure vessels, offering a proven balance of fabricability, strength, and environmental resistance. | **Product Applications** ASTM A387 Grade 12 plate is a cornerstone material for critical high-temperature equipment in energy and process industries. * **Hydroprocessing Reactors:** For hydrocrackers and hydrotreaters in refineries, where resistance to high-temperature hydrogen attack (HTHA) is crucial. * **Catalytic Reformers & Chemical Reactors:** Pressure vessels containing catalysts at elevated temperatures. * **Heat Exchanger & Condenser Shells:** For high-temperature, high-pressure service. * **Power Boiler Drums & Headers:** For high-pressure steam generation. * **Synthesis Gas and Ammonia Converters.** * **High-Temperature Piping and Transition Sections.** **Advantages & Fabrication Notes** * **Critical Welding & Heat Treatment Protocols:** Fabrication of A387 Gr. 12 is specialized and demands strict control: * **Preheat:** Mandatory, typically **350-450°F (177-232°C)**. * **Low-Hydrogen Practice:** Essential (use of AWS E8018-B2 or similar electrodes). * **Post-Weld Heat Treatment (PWHT):** **Always required.** Standard range is **1250-1350°F (677-732°C)**. **Slow cooling through the 1200-800°F (649-427°C) range is critical to prevent reheat cracking.** * **Heat Treatment of Formed Parts:** Hot-formed components must undergo a full normalizing and tempering cycle. * **Resistance to High-Temperature Hydrogen Attack (HTHA):** The chromium and molybdenum content provide good resistance, but its suitability must be verified against **API RP 941 (Nelson Curves)** for the specific partial pressure of hydrogen and temperature. * **Oxidation & Creep Resistance:** Provides significantly better performance than carbon steels at temperatures above 800°F (427°C). * **Formability:** Class 1 material is preferred for severe cold forming. Class 2 material offers higher strength but less formability. * **Code Compliance:** Fully recognized in the **ASME BPVC, Section II, Part D** with published allowable stresses up to 1100°F (593°C). Fabrication must comply with ASME Section VIII, Div. 1 or 2. **Disclaimer:** This datasheet provides general information on **ASTM A387 Grade 12 / SA-387 Grade 12**. Procurement specifications must clearly state the **Grade (12) and Class (1 or 2)**, heat treatment, and all supplementary requirements (impact testing, UT). **Design must use ASME BPVC allowable stresses.** Welding and PWHT procedures **must be qualified per ASME Section IX**. The **risk of reheat cracking is significant**; fabrication plans must include controlled heating/cooling rates. For hydrogen service, a **formal HTHA assessment per API RP 941 is mandatory**. Material selection, fabrication, and inspection must be overseen by engineers and inspectors qualified in Cr-Mo alloy steel technology. -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: ASTM A387 Alloy Steel, grade 12, Chromium Molybdenum Specification Dimensions Size： Diameter 20-1000 mm Length <4699 mm Size:We can customized as required Standard： Per your request or drawing We can customized as required Properties（Theoretical） Chemical Composition -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -: ASTM A387 Alloy Steel, grade 12, Chromium Molybdenum Properties -:- For detailed product information, please contact sales. -:

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