In the world of industrial materials, the selection of the right components is crucial to ensure the quality and durability of products. One such critical element is the fully threaded pipe, specifically in 304 stainless steel. In this article, we will delve into the details of fully threaded pipes, including their construction, material composition, drawing formats, production processes, surface roughness, treatment methods, inspection instruments, and applications.
304 Stainless Steel, a popular choice for fully threaded pipes, is known for its excellent corrosion resistance and versatility. This grade of stainless steel is often referred to as "18-8" due to its composition of 18% chromium and 8% nickel, making it highly resistant to oxidation and corrosion. This material is ideal for various industrial applications, including those requiring robust threading.
Fully threaded pipes in 304 stainless steel are typically manufactured based on precise engineering drawings. These drawings contain detailed specifications, including dimensions, tolerances, thread specifications, and material requirements. The format of these drawings follows industry standards and can be provided in both 2D and 3D formats, making them suitable for design, production, and quality control.
The production process of fully threaded pipes involves several key steps:
Material Selection: As mentioned, 304 stainless steel is chosen for its corrosion resistance and durability.
Cutting and Shaping: The steel is cut and shaped to the required dimensions, usually in the form of cylindrical bars.
Threading: Threading is a critical step, where precise threads are cut into the pipe to allow for secure connections.
Annealing: To improve the pipe's mechanical properties and reduce stress, it may undergo an annealing process.
Surface Treatment: The surface may be polished, brushed, or finished according to the desired appearance and application.
Quality Control: Rigorous quality checks are performed to ensure the dimensions, thread quality, and material properties meet specifications.
The surface roughness of fully threaded pipes can vary depending on their application. For some applications, a smooth and polished finish is required, while others may benefit from a more textured surface. Surface treatments may include passivation to enhance corrosion resistance or coatings for specific industrial uses.
Ensuring the quality of fully threaded pipes demands the use of precise inspection instruments, including:
Calipers and Micrometers: For measuring dimensions and tolerances.
Thread Gauges: To verify the quality and correctness of the threads.
Surface Roughness Testers: These instruments assess the surface finish.
Material Testing Equipment: To confirm the stainless steel grade and material properties.
Fully threaded pipes in 304 stainless steel find applications across various industries:
Construction: They are used in structural applications such as railing systems and scaffolding.
Plumbing: Fully threaded pipes are commonly used for water and gas distribution.
Manufacturing: In machinery and equipment assembly where secure connections are vital.
Chemical and Food Processing: The corrosion-resistant nature of 304 stainless steel is valuable in these industries.
Oil and Gas: For transporting fluids and gases in harsh environments.
| Product name | Fully Threaded Pipe 304 Stainless Steel Through Wire Outer Wire Hollow Full Wire Thread Pipe Wire Through Plate Joint | |
| Production Equipment | CNC, Milling Machine Processing, CNC Lathe Processing,CNC Turning, CNC Milling, Laser Cutting, Bending, Spinning, Wire Cutting, Stamping, Electric Discharge Machining (EDM), Injection Molding | |
| Material | Stainless Steel | |
| Drawing format | STEP,STP,GIS,CAD,PDF,DWG,DXF etc or samples. | |
| Production Process | Raw material incoming inspection→Drawing Confirmation→Machine Setup→Trial Production→Sample quality check and confirmation→Mass production→Final Inspection→Packing→Ready to Ship | |
| Finish | Sandblasting, Anodize color, Blackenning, Zinc/Nickl Plating, Polish, Power coating, Passivation PVD, Titanium Plating, Electrogalvanizing, electroplating chromium, electrophoresis, QPQ(Quench-Polish-Quench), Electro Polishing,Chrome Plating, Knurl, Laser etch Logo, etc. |
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| Application | Auto Parts, Hydraulic Hoses, Oil Machinery, Geological Drilling, MotorCycle, Bycycle, Agricultural Machine Parts, Engineering Machinary, Fastners. | |
| Surface roughness | Ra 0.1~3.2 | |
| Surface Treatment | Grinding, Polish, Deburr, Painting, Galvanization, Chrome Plating, Anodization treatment etc | |
| Inspection | 100% Dimensional Check 100% Visual Check Mechanical Properties Inspection, Internal Lab test report or Third Party Inspection Report. |
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| Inspection Instrument | Complete inspection lab with Micrometer, Optical Comparator, Caliper Vernier,CMM Depth Caliper Vernier, Universal Protractor, Clock Gauge, Internal Centigrade Gauge |
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| Tolerance | Customer's Drawing Request | |
TORICH is an enterprise that has been producing precision steel pipes and steel pipe processing for over 20 years, with a factory area of approximately 20000 square meters
The main products produced are carbon steel and alloy steel grade seamless steel pipes, welded precision steel pipes, DOM steel pipes, seamless and welded stainless steel pipes.And our separate workshop also produce machined cast iron parts and cast steel parts, as well ad customized precision parts and difficult precision parts. Our strength is with in our ability to produce metal parts of higher quality control in an integrated process, from mapping and mould design, to casting, forging, machining, heat treatment, surface treatment, assembly and testing.
TORICH team is familiar with the quality requirements and process standards of precision parts and steel tubes of leading industrial companies at home and abroad, constantly optimizes the production and management level, and constantly looks for like-minded excellent suppliers, which enable us to reduce the production cost and have a comparative advantage over many of our competitors.
In the field of processing, TORICH has 18 sets 4-axis/3-axis CNC machines and over 30 sets of CNC lathers. The machining center is capable of machining 1100x600x800mm parts and the CNC lathes are capable of processing 550x1500mm parts. We specialize in machining stainless steel, alloy steel and other hard metals, as well as carbon steel, aluminium, and copper, with a dimensional accuracy of 0.01mm.
As of 2023, TORICH has perfectly cooperated with more than 50 countries, including Russia, India, Australia, the United Kingdom, France, the United States, Canada, Brazil, and Egypt. Quality and reputation are always our first concerns, with the aim of well serving every customer who trusts in us. TORICH looks forward to partnering with customers all over the world.
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