USA Piping Solutions is a reliable supplier of the EN 10216-2 16Mo3 Tube for providing seamless steel tubes of high quality for pressure/temperature service applications. Manufactured to EN10216-2 standard, 16Mo3 Tube offers high levels of carbon (ca. 0.12% to 0.20%) and molybdenum (ca. 0.25% to 0.35%) to deliver excellent heat resistance, creep strength, weldability and mechanical stability under challenging operating conditions. They are also known as steel number 1.5415, and are used in boilers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, steam pipelines, and thermal processing systems in the power generation, petrochemical industries, and refinery. The tubes made of 16Mo3 material comply with various critical industrial requirements and offer reliable performance during long service life at high temperatures, as they are supplied in different sizes, wall thickness and heat treated condition.
Specification of EN 10216-2 16Mo3 Tube
| Category | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Product Standard | EN 10216-2 (Seamless tubes for pressure purposes) |
| Material Grade | 16Mo3 (Steel Number: 1.5415) |
| Primary Application | Boiler tubes, superheaters, and heat exchangers in power plants |
| Outside Diameter (OD) | 10.2 mm to 711 mm |
| Wall Thickness (WT) | 1.6 mm to 100 mm |
| Length (L) | 5.8 m, 6 m, 11.8 m, or Random Length |
| Heat Treatment | Normalizing (+N), Quenching & Tempering (+QT), or Normalizing & Tempering (+NT) |
Comparison Table of 16Mo3 vs 13CrMo4-5 Tube
| Parameter | EN 10216-2 16Mo3 Tube | EN 10216-2 13CrMo4-5 Tube |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | EN 10216-2 | EN 10216-2 |
| Material Type | Low-alloy molybdenum steel | Chromium-Molybdenum alloy steel |
| Steel Number | 1.5415 | 1.7335 |
| Chromium Content | Very low / minimal | Higher chromium content |
| Molybdenum Content | Moderate | Higher |
| Temperature Resistance | Good for elevated-temperature service | Better for higher-temperature applications |
| Pressure Handling Capacity | Medium to high pressure service | High-pressure and high-temperature service |
| Tensile Strength | Approx. 450 - 600 MPa | Approx. 440 - 590 MPa |
| Yield Strength | Approx. 280 MPa minimum | Approx. 290 MPa minimum |
| Heat Resistance | Good | Excellent |
| Creep Resistance | Moderate | Higher creep resistance |
| Corrosion Resistance | Moderate | Better oxidation and corrosion resistance |
| Weldability | Excellent | Good |
| Common Applications | Boilers, heat exchangers, pressure vessels | Superheaters, boilers, steam pipelines |
| Preferred Industries | Power plants, refineries, petrochemical | Thermal power, heavy engineering, petrochemical |
| Cost Factor | More economical | Slightly higher |
| Selection Preference | Used for standard elevated-temperature applications | Preferred for more demanding thermal and pressure conditions |
Equivalent Grades of EN 10216-2 16Mo3 Tube
| Standard Body | British / European (BS EN) | German (DIN) | Chinese (GB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Designation | BS EN 10216-2 16Mo3 | DIN 17175 15Mo3 | GB/T 5310 15MoG |
Heat Treatment Condition of EN 10216-2 16Mo3 Tube
| Steel Name | Steel Number | Heat Treatment | Austenizing Temp (°C) | Austenizing Cooling | Tempering Temp (°C) | Tempering Cooling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20MnNb6 | 1.0471 | +N | 900 to 960 | Air | — | — |
| 16Mo3 | 1.5415 | +N | 890 to 950 | Air | — | — |
| 8MoB5-4 | 1.5450 | +N | 920 to 960 | Air | — | — |
| 14MoV6-3 | 1.7715 | +NT | 930 to 990 | Air | 680 to 730 | Air |
| 10CrMo5-5 | 1.7338 | +NT | 900 to 960 | Air | 650 to 750 | Air |
| 13CrMo4-5 | 1.7335 | +NT | 900 to 960 | Air | 660 to 730 | Air |
| 10CrMo9-10 | 1.7380 | +NT | 900 to 960 | Air | 680 to 750 | Air |
| 11CrMo9-10 | 1.7383 | +QT | 900 to 960 | Air or Liquid | 680 to 750 | Air |
| 25CrMo4 | 1.7218 | +QT | 860 to 900 | Air or Liquid | 620 to 680 | Air |
| 20CrMoV13-5-5 | 1.7779 | +QT | 980 to 1030 | Air or Liquid | 680 to 730 | Air |
| 15NiCuMoNb5-6-4 | 1.6368 | +NT | 880 to 980 | Air | 580 to 680 | Air |
EN 10216-2 16Mo3 Tube Tolerances on Outside Diameter and Wall Thicknesses
| Outside Diameter D (mm) | Tolerances on D | Tolerances on T for a T/D Ratio ≤ 0.025 | Tolerances on T for a T/D Ratio > 0.025 ≤ 0.050 | Tolerances on T for a T/D Ratio > 0.050 ≤ 0.10 | Tolerances on T for a T/D Ratio > 0.10 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D ≤ 219.1 | +/- 1% or +/- 0.5 mm whichever is greater | +/- 12.5% or +/- 0.4 mm whichever is greater | +/- 12.5% or +/- 0.4 mm whichever is greater | +/- 12.5% or +/- 0.4 mm whichever is greater | +/- 12.5% or +/- 0.4 mm whichever is greater |
| D > 219.1 | +/- 1% or +/- 0.5 mm whichever is greater | +/- 20% | +/- 15% | +/- 12.5% | +/- 10% |
Heat Treatment Chart of EN 10216-2 16Mo3 Tube
| Steel Grade | Heat Treatment | Austenitizing Temp (°C) | Cooling Medium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16Mo3 | +N (Normalizing) | 890 to 950 | Air |
Application and Industrial Uses of EN 10216-2 16Mo3 Tube
- Energy Production
- Oil and Gas
- Petrochemical
- Boiler Manufacturing Industries
Frequently Asked Questions
What is EN 10216-2 16Mo3 Tube?
It is a seamless low-alloy steel tube used for high-temperature and pressure-service applications such as boilers and heat exchangers.
What is the equivalent of EN 10216-2 16Mo3?
16Mo3 is commonly compared with ASTM A335 P1 or ASTM A213 T1 for similar high-temperature applications.
What is the steel number of 16Mo3?
The steel number of 16Mo3 is 1.5415.
What is 16Mo3 material?
16Mo3 is a low-alloy molybdenum steel material designed for elevated-temperature service.
Is EN 10216-2 16Mo3 seamless or welded?
EN 10216-2 16Mo3 is primarily supplied as a seamless steel tube.
What certificates are supplied with 16Mo3 Tubes?
16Mo3 Tubes are commonly supplied with Mill Test Certificates (MTC), EN 10204 3.1 certificates, and inspection reports.