Titanium Grade 16 Tubes are commercially pure tubes, containing 0.04-0.08% palladium for enhanced corrosion resistance in reducing and acidic environments. These tubes are designed to ASTM B338 and ASME SB338 specifications and are a very good combination of strength, weldability and durability. They have proven to be very effective in seawater, chlorides and aggressive chemical media applications, which include heat exchangers, condensers, desalination plants, marine systems, and chemical processing equipment. Available in seamless and welded forms with various sizes and wall thicknesses, Titanium Grade 16 Tubes ensure reliable performance under demanding operating conditions. USA Piping Solution provides and manufactures high quality Titanium Grade 16 Tubes with precision manufacturing, strict quality control and reliable worldwide delivery.
Specifications of Titanium Grade 16 Tubes
| Parameter | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Standard | ASTM B338 / ASME SB338, ASTM B861 (Seamless), ASTM B862 (Welded) |
| Material Grade | Grade 16 Titanium (UNS R52402) | Ti-0.5Pd |
| Outer Diameter (OD) Range | 3.0 mm – 219 mm (0.118" – 8.625") |
| Wall Thickness | 0.5 mm – 15 mm (0.020" – 0.590") |
| Length | Up to 15,000 mm or custom lengths |
| Type | Seamless / Welded (EFW, ERW) / Cold Drawn |
Applications and Industrial Uses of Titanium Grade 16 Tubes
- Desalination Industry
- Chemical Processing Industry
- Marine and Offshore Industry
- Power Generation Industry
- Pulp and Paper Industry
- Fertilizer Manufacturing Industry
- Hydrometallurgical Processing Industry
- Flue Gas Desulfurization (FGD) Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What are Titanium Grade 16 Tubes?
Titanium Grade 16 Tubes are commercially pure titanium tubes alloyed with a small amount of palladium to provide enhanced corrosion resistance in aggressive chemical and marine environments.
2. What is the difference between Titanium Grade 2 and Grade 16 Tubes?
Titanium Grade 2 is commercially pure titanium, while Grade 16 contains 0.04-0.08% palladium, giving it better resistance to crevice corrosion and reducing acids with similar mechanical properties.
3. Why does Titanium Grade 16 contain palladium?
Palladium is added to improve the tube's resistance to corrosion, especially in acidic, chloride-containing, and reducing environments where standard titanium grades may be less effective.
4. Are Titanium Grade 16 Tubes resistant to seawater corrosion?
Yes. Titanium Grade 16 Tubes offer excellent resistance to seawater corrosion, making them suitable for marine, offshore, and desalination applications.
5. Can Titanium Grade 16 Tubes be welded?
Yes. Titanium Grade 16 Tubes have excellent weldability and can be welded using standard titanium welding procedures with proper shielding to maintain corrosion resistance.
6. Can I request a sample or third-party inspection before shipment?
Yes. Samples are available for evaluation, and third-party inspection (TPI) can be arranged prior to final dispatch on request.