On this page 6 sections
What ASTM B861 covers
Standard at a glance
- Standard
- ASTM B861 / ASME SB861
- Issued by
- ASTM
- Product form
- Pipes
- Grades on site
- 5
Covers seamless titanium pipe in NPS sizes for seawater, chlorine and chemical-process piping. CP Grade 2 is the usual choice; Grade 12 and Grade 7 are used in hotter, more aggressive chlorides.
Key requirements
- Annealed condition
- Hydrostatic or non-destructive electric test on each length
- Flattening test
- Dimensions to the schedule ordered
Summary for procurement guidance. Refer to the current edition of the standard for full requirements.
Grades supplied to ASTM B861
Ordering to ASTM B861
- State "ASTM B861" 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 B861 cover?
Covers seamless titanium pipe in NPS sizes for seawater, chlorine and chemical-process piping. CP Grade 2 is the usual choice; Grade 12 and Grade 7 are used in hotter, more aggressive chlorides.
Which grades are covered by ASTM B861?
On this site: Titanium Grade 1, Titanium Grade 2, Titanium Grade 3, Titanium Grade 4, Titanium Grade 5.
Do you supply material certified to ASTM B861?
Yes. Material is supplied to ASTM B861 with EN 10204 3.1 certificates (3.2 on request), where the mill certifies to it.
Is ASME SAB861 the same as ASTM B861?
ASME adopts many ASTM material specifications into Section II with an "S" prefix (for example SA-861). The adopted text is identical or includes stated modifications, and dual-certified material meets both.