Aluminum Pipe for Pressure Vessel—Lloyd's Register

When producing aluminum alloy pressure vessels, the chosen aluminum alloy pipes must possess specific properties, including strength, processability, welding performance, heat resistance, and corrosion resistance.

Chalco's aluminum alloy pressure vessel tubes are used in boilers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, etc., for storing energy such as crude oil, natural gas, and liquefied natural gas. They operate reliably in high-pressure, low-temperature, or high-temperature environments.

LIoyd's Register of Chalco aluminum pipe for pressure vessels

Chalco's Pressure Vessel Aluminum Pipe products have been approved by Lloyd's Register to the following standards ISO 9001:2015 GB/T 19001-2016. Approval number(s): ISO 9001 – 0067985.

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Specifications	Alloy and temper	Thickness
ASME SB-241/ SB-241M Aluminium alloy tubes & pipes	5083 O; 5083 H112	Outer diameter 20~200mm Thickness 2.0~15mm
ASME SB-241/ SB-241M Aluminium alloy tubes & pipes	5052 O	Outer diameter 20~200mm Thickness 2.0~5mm
EN 755.1-2016 Aluminium alloy tubes, pipes and rods	EN AW-5083 O; EN AW-5083 H112 tubes and pipes	Outer diameter 20~200mm Thickness 2.0~15mm
EN 755.1-2016 Aluminium alloy tubes, pipes and rods	EN AW-5052 O tubes and pipes	Outer diameter 20~200mm Thickness 2.0~5mm

Chalco aluminum pipe specifications for pressure vessels

Alloy: 5083 5086 6061 6063 3003 6351 1060

Temper: O H111 H112 T4 T5 T6 T4510 T4511 T51 T6510 T6511

Wall thickness: conventional 3.2-25 mm, other wall thicknesses can be customized upon consultation

Specification: ASME SB-241/ SB-241M, EN 755.1-2016, ASTM B274, ASTM B210, ASTM B241

Chalco Aluminum Pipe products for pressure vessels

Aluminum pipe fittings for pressure vessels

Chalco's aluminum pressure vessel pipes, known for their strength and corrosion resistance, are used for cyclic liquid and gas transportation between large vessels. Additional services like bending, cutting, welding, and machining are available.
Pressure pipelines for liquid transportation

The pressure pipelines are vital infrastructure for conveying petroleum, chemicals, and industrial liquids in deep sea and industrial settings, requiring high-strength to endure the high pressures encountered during liquid transfer.
Pressure vessel piping for gas transportation (aluminum air piping)

Gas transportation pressure pipes, made of high-strength, corrosion-resistant materials, ensure safe and efficient gas transport, comprising pipes, valves, and connectors for a complete system.
Pressure vessel pipes for food and drug processing industry

Food and pharmaceutical industry, such as high-pressure food processing equipment, autoclaves; high-pressure containers in pharmaceutical delivery systems, etc.

5083 aluminum tube pipe for pressure vessels

5083 aluminum tube pipe

Temper: O H111 H112

5083 alloy has excellent corrosion resistance and high strength, making it suitable for marine environments. Mainly used to manufacture pressure vessels in marine engineering, such as ship fuel tanks and pipelines.

Temper	Wall thickness mm	Tensile mechanical properties of 5083 aluminum tubes for pressure vessels in greenhouses
		Tensile strength Rm MPa	Specified non-proportional elongation strength Rp0.2 MPa	Elongation after break %
		Tensile strength Rm MPa		A50mm	A
		not less than
O	all	270-350	≥110	14	12
H111	all	≥275	≥165	12	10
H112	all	≥270	≥110	12	10

6061 aluminum tube pipe for pressure vessels

6061 aluminum tube pipe

Temper: T4 T6 T4510 T4511 T51 T6511

It has excellent strength and corrosion resistance and is suitable for applications with high strength requirements. Widely used in aerospace, automotive and industrial fields, such as aircraft fuel tanks and high-pressure gas cylinders.

Temper	Wall thickness mm	Tensile mechanical properties of 6061 aluminum tubes for pressure vessels in greenhouses
		Tensile strength Rm MPa	Specified non-proportional elongation strength Rp0.2 MPa	Elongation after break %
		Tensile strength Rm MPa		A50mm	A
		not less than
T4 T4510 T4511	all	≥180	≥110	16	14
T51	≤16	≥240	≥205	8	7
T6 T6510 T6511	≤6.3	≥260	≥260	8	-
T6 T6510 T6511	>6.3	≥260	≥260	1 0	9

6063 aluminum tube pipe for pressure vessels

6063 aluminum tube pipe

Temper: T4 T5 T6

6063 alloy has good surface treatment properties and is suitable for applications requiring beautiful appearance. It is mainly used to manufacture pressure vessels with complex shapes, such as decorative gas bottles and special-purpose containers.

Temper	Wall thickness mm	Tensile mechanical properties of 6 063 aluminum tubes for pressure vessels in greenhouses
		Tensile strength Rm MPa	Specified non-proportional elongation strength Rp0.2 MPa	Elongation after break %
		Tensile strength Rm MPa		A50mm	A
		not less than
T4	≤12.5	≥130	≥70	14	12
T4	>12.5-25.0	≥125	≥60	-	12
T5	≤12.5	≥150	≥110	8	7
T5	>12.5-25.0	≥145	≥105	8	7
T6	≤3.2	≥205	≥170	8	-
T6	3.2-12.5	≥205	≥170	10	7

5086 aluminum tube pipe for pressure vessels

5086 aluminum tube pipe

Temper: O H111 H112

Alloy 5086 has properties similar to 5083, but is better in weldability. Suitable for pressure vessels in the marine and chemical fields that require welding, such as oil and gas storage tanks.

Temper	Wall thickness mm	Tensile mechanical properties of 5086 aluminum tubes for pressure vessels in greenhouses
		Tensile strength Rm MPa	Specified non-proportional elongation strength Rp0.2 MPa	Elongation after break %
		Tensile strength Rm MPa		A50mm	A
		not less than
O	all	240-315	≥95	14	12
H111	all	≥250	≥145	12	10
H112	all	≥240	≥95	12	10

3003 aluminum tube pipe for pressure vessels

3003 aluminum tube pipe

Temper: O H112

It has good corrosion resistance and weldability, and is suitable for manufacturing pressure vessels with medium general requirements. Commonly used in general pressure vessels in food processing, chemical and other industries.

Temper	Wall thickness mm	Tensile mechanical properties of 3003 aluminum tubes for pressure vessels in greenhouses
		Tensile strength Rm MPa	Specified non-proportional elongation strength Rp0.2 MPa	Elongation after break %
				A50mm	A
		not less than
O	all	95-130	≥35	25	twenty two
H112	all	≥95	≥35	25	twenty two

1060 aluminum pipe tube for pressure vessels

Temper: O H112

1060 alloy belongs to the pure aluminum series and has good processability and thermal conductivity. Mainly used for pressure vessels with less stringent general requirements, such as household pressure cookers.

Temper	Wall thickness mm	Tensile mechanical properties of 1060 aluminum tubes for pressure vessels in greenhouses
		Tensile strength Rm MPa	Specified non-proportional elongation strength Rp0.2 MPa	Elongation after break %
				A50mm	A
		not less than
O	all	60-95	≥15	25	twenty two
H112	all	≥60	≥15	25	twenty two

6351 aluminum tube pipe for pressure vessels

Temper: T4 T6

It has high strength and hardness and is suitable for some applications requiring higher strength. Used in the manufacture of high-pressure gas cylinders and pressure vessels requiring high wear resistance.

Temper	Wall thickness mm	mechanical properties of 6 351 aluminum tubes for pressure vessels in greenhouses
		Tensile strength R m MPa	Specified non-proportional elongation strength Rp0.2 MPa	Elongation after break %
				A50mm	A
		not less than
T4	all	≥220	≥130	16	14
T6	≤3.2	≥290	≥255	8	-
	3.2-25.0	≥290	≥ 255	10	9

Welding mechanical properties parameter table of aluminum pipes for Chalco pressure vessels

Alloy grade and status	Tensile strength M P a	Yield strength M P a
3003-H12 H14 H16 H18	95	50
5083-H111	270	145
5086-H111	240	125
5086-H112	240	95
6061-T6 T651^{b, c}	165	140
6061-T6 T651^d	165	105
6063-T5 T52 T6^{b, c}	15	75
6351-T6^{c, d}	165	140
a. at a gauge length of 250 mm. b. with 5183, 5356, and 5556 alloy wires, these values apply to pipes of all nominal wall thicknesses. When welding with 4043, 5154, 5254, 5554 alloy wires, these values also apply to standard pipes and tubes with a nominal wall thickness not greater than 10.00 mm. c. For pipes with a diameter less than 100 mm or a diameter-to-thickness ratio (D/t) less than 15, the actual strength value is slightly lower than the value in the table. d. When welding with 4043, 5154, 5254, and 5554 alloy wires, these values apply to pipes with a nominal wall thickness greater than 10.00mm.

Chalco other aluminum products for pressure vessels

Chalco aluminum plate, aluminum rod and aluminum wire also approved by Lloyd's Register. If you have any pressure vessel projects in need of collaboration, we stand as your preferred partner. Feel free to reach out at any time for consultations; we welcome the opportunity to discuss how our expertise can contribute to the success of your endeavors.

Feel free to reach out at any time for consultations; we welcome the opportunity to discuss how our expertise can contribute to the success of your endeavors.

Aluminum plate for pressure vessels

Alloy: 1100 5083 3003 5182 5454 6061

Specification: ASME SB-209 Aluminum alloy sheets and plates; EN 485-1:2016 Aluminum alloy sheets, strips and plates; YS/T 69-2012 Clad aluminum alloy sheets & plates

Welding aluminum wire for Chalco pressure vessels

Welding aluminum welding wire for Chalco pressure vessels

Alloy: 1100 4043 4047 5183 5356 5554 5556

Chalco aluminum rods for pressure vessels

Alloy: 5083

Specification: EN 755.1-2016 Aluminum alloy tubes, pipes and rods

Chalco aluminum rods for pressure vessels

Advantages of Chalco aluminum products for pressure vessels

Aluminum pipes have high strength, allowing them to maintain structural integrity when subjected to stress.
Superior processability to ensure precision processing and assembly during container manufacturing;
Good welding performance ensures that the welded joints of the container have excellent strength and sealing properties
Excellent heat resistance and corrosion resistance ensure normal operation of pressure vessels in high temperature or corrosive environments.

Advantages of Chalco aluminum products for pressure vessels

Service industries of Chalco Aluminum Materials for Pressure Vessels

Aluminum tubes are used to manufacture air compression cylinders, ensuring stable and safe pressure vessels.
Aluminum tubes are widely used as gas containers in medical, industrial and scientific experiments.
Aluminum tubes are used to manufacture various components of refrigeration equipment and withstand the pressure and temperature of the refrigerant.
Aluminum pipes are used to manufacture gas transmission pipelines for transporting gases to various industrial sites.
Aluminum tubes are used as fuel containers to propel rockets or missiles into flight.
Aluminum tubes are used to make components such as air bags, braking systems and air compressors in cars, ensuring their safety and performance.
Aluminum tubes are used as pressure vessels in the aerospace field to store gas or liquid in aircraft and spacecraft to ensure the normal operation of the aircraft.

Service industries of Chalco Aluminum Materials for Pressure Vessels