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What ASTM B161 covers
Standard at a glance
- Standard
- ASTM B161 / ASME SB161
- Issued by
- ASTM
- Product form
- Pipes
- Grades on site
- 2
Covers seamless pipe and tube in Nickel 200 and Nickel 201 for caustic evaporators, synthetic-fibre and chemical plants. Nickel 201 is used where service exceeds about 315 °C.
Key requirements
- Annealed or stress-relieved condition
- Hydrostatic or non-destructive electric test on each length
- Flattening and flare tests
- General requirements per ASTM B829
Summary for procurement guidance. Refer to the current edition of the standard for full requirements.
Grades supplied to ASTM B161
Ordering to ASTM B161
- State "ASTM B161" and the edition if your project requires it
- Grade / designation and product dimensions
- Supplementary requirements (tests, heat treatment, certification)
- Certificate type: EN 10204 3.1 or 3.2
Frequently asked questions
What does ASTM B161 cover?
Covers seamless pipe and tube in Nickel 200 and Nickel 201 for caustic evaporators, synthetic-fibre and chemical plants. Nickel 201 is used where service exceeds about 315 °C.
Which grades are covered by ASTM B161?
On this site: Nickel 200, Nickel 201.
Do you supply material certified to ASTM B161?
Yes. Material is supplied to ASTM B161 with EN 10204 3.1 certificates (3.2 on request), where the mill certifies to it.
Is ASME SAB161 the same as ASTM B161?
ASME adopts many ASTM material specifications into Section II with an "S" prefix (for example SA-161). The adopted text is identical or includes stated modifications, and dual-certified material meets both.