ASTM A182 F53 Forged Flange Specification (PDF)
ASTM A182 F53 covers forged or rolled super duplex stainless steel flanges, fittings, valves, and related parts for high-temperature and corrosive service.
This specification applies to material grade F53 (UNS S32750), widely used in offshore, oil & gas, petrochemical, and seawater applications due to its high strength and excellent corrosion resistance.
Material Grade: ASTM A182 F53 (Super Duplex Stainless Steel)
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Standard: ASTM A182 / ASME SA182
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Grade: F53
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Material Type: Super Duplex Stainless Steel
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Product Form: Forged Pipe Flanges
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UNS Number: S32750
ASTM A182 F53 forged flanges offer very high mechanical strength and exceptional resistance to pitting, crevice corrosion, and chloride stress corrosion cracking.
Chemical Composition (Typical, %)
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Carbon (C): ≤ 0.03
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Chromium (Cr): 24.0 – 26.0
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Nickel (Ni): 6.0 – 8.0
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Molybdenum (Mo): 3.0 – 5.0
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Nitrogen (N): 0.24 – 0.32
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Manganese (Mn): ≤ 1.20
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Silicon (Si): ≤ 0.80
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Phosphorus (P): ≤ 0.035
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Sulfur (S): ≤ 0.020
Chemical limits are defined by ASTM A182 for Grade F53.
Mechanical Properties (Minimum Requirements)
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Tensile Strength: ≥ 800 MPa
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Yield Strength (0.2% Offset): ≥ 550 MPa
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Elongation: ≥ 15%
These properties make ASTM A182 F53 forged flanges suitable for extreme pressure and corrosive environments.
Heat Treatment
ASTM A182 F53 forged flanges are supplied in the solution-annealed condition followed by rapid quenching. Proper heat treatment is critical to ensure correct phase balance and corrosion resistance.
Manufacturing Process
ASTM A182 F53 forged flanges are manufactured by:
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Hot forging or ring rolling
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Solution annealing and quenching
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Machining of flange faces and bores
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Final inspection and testing
The forging process ensures refined grain structure and superior mechanical integrity.
Dimensions & Tolerances
Dimensions of ASTM A182 F53 forged flanges are governed by applicable flange standards, such as:
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ASME B16.5
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ASME B16.47 Series A & B
Dimensional controls include outside diameter, thickness, bore size, facing finish (RF, RTJ), and machining tolerances.
Testing & Inspection
Each ASTM A182 F53 forged flange may be subjected to:
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Chemical analysis
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Mechanical testing
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Impact testing (when specified)
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Non-destructive testing (UT / MT, if required)
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Dimensional and visual inspection
Mill Test Certificates (EN 10204 3.1) are typically supplied.
Applications
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Offshore Oil & Gas Platforms
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Subsea Pipelines
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Petrochemical Processing
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Desalination Plants
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Marine & Shipbuilding
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High-Pressure Piping Systems
ASTM A182 F53 forged flanges are widely used where maximum strength and corrosion resistance are required.
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