ASTM A182 F22 Class 3

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About material

About material
✓ Available from European Stock

  • ASTM A182 / ASME SA-182
  • EN 10204 3.1
  • Round Bars
  • Worldwide Delivery
  • Cut-to-Length Service
  • Fast Quotations within 24 Hours

ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 Round Bar Supplier

Looking for ASTM A182 F22 Class 3, ASME SA-182 F22 Class 3 or 2.25Cr-1Mo alloy steel round bars?

WTE PowerSteel is a European supplier and stockholder of ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 chromium-molybdenum alloy steel for demanding high-temperature and high-pressure applications. We supply certified round bars with full material traceability, EN 10204 3.1 certification and fast worldwide delivery.

ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 is a 2.25Cr-1Mo low-alloy steel developed for pressure-containing components operating under elevated temperatures, high internal pressure and demanding mechanical loading.

Compared with F22 Class 1, F22 Class 3 is supplied with higher specified tensile and yield strength. This makes it particularly suitable for critical forged and machined components used in power generation, petrochemical processing, refineries, oil and gas production and high-pressure equipment.

We supply both full-length bars and precision cut-to-length pieces according to customer requirements.

Why Choose ASTM A182 F22 Class 3?

ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 provides an excellent combination of high mechanical strength, elevated-temperature stability, pressure resistance, toughness and machinability.

The chromium and molybdenum additions improve hardenability, oxidation resistance and long-term mechanical performance under demanding operating conditions.

Key Benefits

  • High tensile and yield strength
  • Good strength at elevated temperatures
  • Good creep resistance
  • Excellent hardenability
  • Good toughness after heat treatment
  • Improved oxidation resistance compared with carbon steels
  • Good resistance to thermal fatigue
  • Suitable for high-pressure service
  • Reliable performance under cyclic pressure and temperature loading
  • Good machinability in the correct heat-treated condition
  • Suitable for heavy-section components
  • Widely accepted for critical pressure-containing components

Typical Applications

ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 is widely used for components exposed to high pressure, elevated temperatures and severe mechanical loading.

Typical applications include:

  • High-pressure flanges
  • Valve bodies
  • Valve bonnets
  • Forged fittings
  • Wellhead components
  • Christmas tree components
  • Casing and tubing hangers
  • Pressure vessel components
  • High-temperature piping components
  • Steam system components
  • Compressor components
  • Turbine components
  • Forged rings
  • Forged blocks
  • Connectors and hubs
  • Refinery pressure components
  • Petrochemical equipment
  • Special machined components
  • Heavy-duty pressure-containing parts

Industries Served

Our customers use ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 in:

  • Oil & Gas
  • Power Generation
  • Thermal Power Plants
  • Petrochemical Industry
  • Chemical Processing
  • Oil Refineries
  • Pressure Vessel Manufacturing
  • Valve Manufacturing
  • Flange Manufacturing
  • Wellhead Equipment Manufacturing
  • Offshore Engineering
  • Heavy Engineering
  • Energy Equipment Manufacturing

Available Product Forms

We supply:

  • Round Bars
  • Forged Bars
  • Peeled Bars
  • Machined Bars
  • Forged Blocks
  • Forged Rings
  • Cut-to-Length Pieces
  • Customer-Specific Forgings

Available diameters, lengths and heat-treatment conditions upon request.

Material Standard

ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 material is supplied in accordance with:

  • ASTM A182 / A182M
  • ASME SA-182 / SA-182M

ASTM A182 covers forged or rolled alloy-steel components intended primarily for high-temperature pressure systems, including flanges, forged fittings, valves and similar pressure-containing parts.

When round bars are supplied for the manufacture of finished ASTM A182 components, the required manufacturing route, heat treatment, mechanical testing, inspection and certification must be specified according to the applicable standard and customer requirements.

Chemical Composition

ASTM A182 F22 is a chromium-molybdenum low-alloy steel containing nominally:

  • Chromium: approximately 2.00–2.50%
  • Molybdenum: approximately 0.87–1.13%
  • Controlled carbon content
  • Controlled manganese and silicon additions

The exact chemical composition must comply with the applicable edition of ASTM A182 or ASME SA-182 and must be confirmed by the material inspection certificate.

Mechanical Properties

ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 is differentiated from lower-strength F22 classes by its increased specified mechanical properties.

Typical minimum room-temperature mechanical requirements for Class 3 include:

  • Minimum tensile strength: approximately 690 MPa
  • Minimum yield strength: approximately 515 MPa
  • Minimum elongation: according to the applicable standard and test specimen
  • Hardness: controlled according to the applicable specification

The applicable mechanical properties depend on the specification edition, product form, section thickness, heat treatment, testing orientation and customer-specific requirements.

All required values must be verified against the applicable ASTM or ASME standard and the individual material certificate.

Heat Treatment

ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 is supplied in an appropriate heat-treated condition to achieve the required combination of strength, toughness, hardness and high-temperature stability.

Depending on the dimensions, product form and manufacturing route, heat treatment may include:

  • Normalizing and tempering
  • Quenching and tempering
  • Stress relieving after machining or welding

Correct heat treatment is essential for obtaining the required Class 3 mechanical properties.

Inspection & Certification

Material can be supplied with:

  • EN 10204 3.1 Inspection Certificate
  • Chemical Composition Analysis
  • Mechanical Test Results
  • Heat Treatment Records
  • Positive Material Identification – PMI
  • Ultrasonic Testing – UT
  • Hardness Testing
  • Impact Testing
  • Dimensional Inspection
  • Surface Inspection
  • Magnetic Particle Testing – MT
  • Liquid Penetrant Testing – PT
  • Third-Party Inspection
  • NACE Documentation when specifically required
  • PED 2014/68/EU Documentation when applicable
  • Customer-Specific Inspection Requirements

All additional testing and documentation requirements must be specified at the enquiry or order stage.

International Designations

This material is also known as:

  • ASTM A182 F22 Class 3
  • ASME SA-182 F22 Class 3
  • A182 F22 CL3
  • SA-182 F22 CL3
  • F22 Class 3
  • 2.25Cr-1Mo Steel
  • 2¼Cr-1Mo Alloy Steel
  • UNS K21590
  • High-Temperature CrMo Steel
  • High-Pressure Forging Steel
  • Chromium-Molybdenum Forging Steel

European Comparison

ASTM A182 F22 is frequently compared with European chromium-molybdenum grades such as:

  • 1.7380
  • 10CrMo9-10

However, ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 and EN 1.7380 / 10CrMo9-10 must not automatically be considered fully interchangeable.

The applicable product standard, chemical composition, mechanical properties, heat treatment, dimensions, manufacturing route and inspection requirements must be reviewed before any material substitution.

Why Buy from WTE PowerSteel?

WTE PowerSteel specializes in supplying alloy steels, heat-resistant steels and special materials for demanding high-temperature and high-pressure applications.

Our advantages include:

  • Material available from European stock
  • Fast quotations within 24 hours
  • Fast European and worldwide delivery
  • Full material traceability
  • EN 10204 3.1 certification
  • Cut-to-length service
  • European and international material sourcing
  • Technical material support
  • Customer-specific testing
  • Third-party inspection coordination
  • Experience with power generation, petrochemical and Oil & Gas applications

Whether you require a single cut piece, a complete bar or material for serial production, our team will help you select the correct material condition, dimensions and inspection requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is ASTM A182 F22 Class 3?

ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 is a high-strength chromium-molybdenum low-alloy steel intended primarily for forged or rolled pressure-containing components used at elevated temperatures.

It contains approximately 2.25% chromium and 1% molybdenum and is commonly used for flanges, valves, fittings, wellhead equipment and other high-pressure components.

What does F22 mean?

F22 identifies a chromium-molybdenum alloy-steel grade covered by ASTM A182 and ASME SA-182.

The letter “F” identifies a grade intended for forged products, while the grade number identifies the applicable alloy composition and specification requirements.

What does Class 3 mean?

Class 3 identifies a higher-strength mechanical-property condition within ASTM A182 Grade F22.

F22 Class 3 requires higher specified tensile and yield strength than F22 Class 1. The alloy composition is based on the same 2.25Cr-1Mo steel family, but the required heat treatment and mechanical properties differ.

What is the difference between F22 Class 1 and F22 Class 3?

The principal difference is the required mechanical strength.

F22 Class 3 is heat treated to achieve higher tensile and yield properties than F22 Class 1. This makes Class 3 suitable for components requiring increased mechanical performance under high pressure or severe loading.

The required class must always be clearly stated in the purchase order and inspection certificate.

Is ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 equivalent to 1.7380?

ASTM A182 F22 and EN 1.7380 / 10CrMo9-10 belong to a similar chromium-molybdenum alloy family and are often presented as comparable grades.

They are not necessarily direct or universally interchangeable equivalents. Their chemical limits, mechanical requirements, heat treatment, product standards and certification requirements must be compared for the specific application.

Is F22 Class 3 the same as 10CrMo9-10?

No. They are comparable 2.25Cr-1Mo alloy steels, but they are specified under different material and product standards.

ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 is primarily intended for forged pressure components, while 10CrMo9-10 may be supplied under different European product standards and with different mechanical-property requirements.

Can F22 Class 3 be used at high temperatures?

Yes. F22 is specifically intended for elevated-temperature service and is widely used in high-temperature pressure systems.

The actual permissible operating temperature depends on the component design, wall thickness, applied stress, applicable design code, heat treatment and required service life.

Is F22 Class 3 suitable for high-pressure applications?

Yes. ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 is widely used for high-pressure flanges, valves, fittings, wellhead equipment and other pressure-containing components.

Suitability for a specific pressure and temperature must be evaluated according to the applicable component and design code.

Is ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 weldable?

Yes. F22 can be welded using qualified welding procedures.

Because it is a hardenable chromium-molybdenum alloy steel, controlled preheating, suitable filler material, controlled interpass temperature and post-weld heat treatment may be required.

Is F22 Class 3 machinable?

Yes. ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 has good machinability when suitable cutting tools and machining conditions are used.

Sawing, turning, milling, drilling, boring and threading are commonly performed on this material.

Do you stock ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 round bars?

Yes. WTE PowerSteel supplies selected dimensions of ASTM A182 F22 Class 3 round bars and cut-to-length pieces from European and international sources.

Please contact us for current stock availability, available diameters, lengths, heat-treatment conditions and certification details.

Can you supply cut-to-length pieces?

Yes. We supply complete bars as well as accurately cut pieces according to customer requirements.

Additional machining, testing and inspection can be arranged upon request.

Can you supply F22 Class 3 with EN 10204 3.1 certification?

Yes. Material can be supplied with an EN 10204 3.1 inspection certificate showing the heat number, chemical composition, heat treatment, mechanical test results and other applicable inspection information.

Can you arrange ultrasonic testing?

Yes. Ultrasonic testing can be arranged according to the applicable ASTM, EN or customer-specific testing and acceptance standard.

The required testing method, acceptance level and reporting requirements should be stated in the enquiry.

Which information should be included in an enquiry?

For an accurate quotation, please specify:

  • Material grade and class
  • ASTM or ASME specification
  • Required diameter or dimensions
  • Required length and quantity
  • Heat-treatment condition
  • Required mechanical properties
  • Inspection certificate type
  • Ultrasonic testing requirements
  • Impact testing requirements
  • Hardness limits
  • NACE requirements, if applicable
  • Third-party inspection requirements
  • Final application
  • Required delivery date

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