High pressure boiler tube is an essential component in power generation, petrochemical processing, and industrial heating systems where steam and fluids operate under extreme temperatures and pressures. Manufactured from premium alloy and carbon steel grades, these tubes must meet rigorous ASTM and ASME standards to ensure long-term structural integrity and safety. Kuaima Steel Group supplies mill-direct high pressure boiler tubes with full traceability, competitive pricing, and certified material quality — serving power plants, EPC contractors, and energy infrastructure projects across the globe.

What Is High Pressure Boiler Tube?
A high pressure boiler tube is a seamless steel tube specifically engineered to transport superheated steam, water, and flue gases within boiler systems operating at pressures typically exceeding 9.8 MPa (1,422 psi). These tubes are produced through hot-rolling or cold-drawing processes from killed steel billets, ensuring a homogeneous grain structure free from porosity and inclusions. They serve critical roles in superheaters, reheaters, economizers, and waterwall panels of utility and industrial boilers. The seamless construction eliminates weld-seam vulnerabilities, providing superior resistance to creep rupture and thermal fatigue under sustained high-temperature service conditions.
High Pressure Boiler Tube Technical Specifications
Kuaima Steel Group offers high pressure boiler tubes conforming to the most widely referenced international standards. Below is a comprehensive specification overview:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|
| Standards | ASTM A106 Grade B/C, ASTM A335 (P11, P22, P91), ASME SA213 (T11, T22, T91), GB 5310, EN 10216-2 |
| Material Grades | 20G, 15CrMoG, 12Cr1MoVG, SA213 T91, SA335 P22, 15Mo3, 13CrMo44 |
| Outer Diameter | 6 mm – 630 mm (0.24″ – 24.8″) |
| Wall Thickness | 1.0 mm – 80 mm (0.04″ – 3.15″) |
| Length | 4,000 mm – 18,000 mm; custom cut-to-length available |
| Manufacturing Process | Hot-rolled seamless / Cold-drawn seamless |
| Tensile Strength | 415 – 620 MPa (varies by grade; e.g., SA213 T22 min. 415 MPa per ASME) |
| Yield Strength | 205 – 415 MPa (e.g., ASTM A106 Gr. B min. 240 MPa) |
| Max Service Temperature | Up to 650°C (1,202°F) for T91/P91 grade |
| Surface Finish | Black painted, oiled, varnished, or bare |
| Testing | Hydrostatic test, ultrasonic (UT), eddy current (ET), flattening, flaring, hardness (HB/HRC) |
| Certification | EN 10204 3.1/3.2 MTC, ISO 9001, PED 2014/68/EU |
Each high pressure boiler tube undergoes 100% non-destructive examination including ultrasonic testing per ASTM E213 and hydrostatic testing at pressures calculated per ASTM A530, ensuring zero-defect delivery. Chemical composition analysis is performed via optical emission spectrometry (OES) with results documented on the mill test certificate.
Key Applications of High Pressure Boiler Tubes
These tubes find extensive application in demanding thermal and energy environments:
- Supercritical & ultra-supercritical power plants — waterwall, superheater, and reheater circuits operating above 25 MPa and 600°C
- Combined cycle gas turbine (CCGT) heat recovery steam generators (HRSG)
- Petrochemical furnaces and cracking units — process heater tubes exposed to high-temperature hydrocarbon streams
- Industrial boilers — biomass, coal-fired, and waste-to-energy plants
- Nuclear steam supply systems — secondary loop tubing in pressurized water reactors
Why Choose Kuaima Steel Group for Boiler Tubes?
With over 15 years of export experience, Kuaima Steel Group delivers mill-direct high pressure boiler tubes at cost-effective rates without compromising on quality. Our supply chain integrates top-tier Chinese mills (Baosteel, TPCO, Pangang) with in-house quality inspection, ensuring every tube meets the exact specification your project demands. We maintain substantial stock of popular grades including SA213 T22, T91, and 20G for rapid dispatch, while also supporting fully customized orders with third-party inspection by SGS, BV, or Lloyd's.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOQ?
Our minimum order quantity for high pressure boiler tubes is typically 1 metric ton. For rare alloy grades such as SA213 T91 or P91, MOQ may increase to 2–5 tons depending on mill scheduling and dimensions.

Do you provide material test certificates?
Yes. Every shipment includes EN 10204 Type 3.1 mill test certificates detailing chemical composition, mechanical properties, hydrostatic test results, and NDE reports. Type 3.2 certificates with third-party witness are available upon request.
What is the typical delivery time?
In-stock standard sizes ship within 5–7 business days. Custom-manufactured high pressure boiler tubes typically require 25–40 days from order confirmation, depending on grade, dimensions, and testing requirements.
Can you cut to custom sizes?
Absolutely. We offer precision cut-to-length services from 500 mm up to 18,000 mm, with tolerances per ASTM A530 or tighter upon request. Beveled ends for field welding (30° or 37.5° per ASME B16.25) are also available.
Get a Competitive Quote for High Pressure Boiler Tube
Whether you need ASTM A335 P22 tubes for a supercritical boiler project or GB 5310 20G tubes for an industrial steam system, Kuaima Steel Group provides mill-direct pricing, reliable quality, and global logistics support. Contact our technical sales team today with your specifications — including grade, OD, wall thickness, length, quantity, and required certifications — and receive a detailed quotation within 24 hours.
