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304 Stainless Steel Capillary Tube

304 Stainless Steel Capillary Tube Overview

304 Stainless Steel Capillary Tube is a precision thin-wall stainless steel tubing product for applications requiring small diameter, dimensional accuracy and smooth surface quality. ASTM A269 is commonly specified for this type of austenitic stainless steel tubing.

SAKY STEEL supplies 304 / UNS S30400 capillary tubing with customized outside diameter, inside diameter, wall thickness, fixed length and surface requirements. Bright annealed and polished surfaces are available according to the confirmed specification.

For precision capillary tubing, buyers should confirm not only the material grade but also OD, ID, wall thickness, cut length, tolerance and surface requirement.

Typical Supply Focus: Small Diameter / Thin Wall / Precision Dimensions / Fixed Length / Smooth Surface / Surface Roughness Inspection Request Capillary Tube Quote

304 Stainless Steel Capillary Tube Specifications

Item Specification
Grade 304 / UNS S30400
Standard ASTM A269
Product Type Stainless Steel Capillary Tube
Outside Diameter Customized Small Diameter
Inside Diameter Customized according to OD and wall thickness
Wall Thickness Thin Wall Customized
Length Fixed Length / Customized
Surface Bright Annealed / Polished
Surface Roughness Inspection available according to confirmed requirement
Certificate MTC / EN 10204 3.1 Available

How to Specify Capillary Tube Size

Capillary tube dimensions are normally defined by outside diameter, inside diameter or wall thickness, together with the required finished length.

Parameter Meaning
OD Outside Diameter
ID Inside Diameter
WT Wall Thickness
L Finished Length
WT = (OD − ID) ÷ 2

304 Stainless Steel Capillary Tube Features

Precision Dimensions Small OD and thin-wall dimensional control Smooth Surface Bright annealed or polished surface options Good Formability Suitable for precision fabrication requirements Custom Cut Length Fixed-length tubing according to order

304 Stainless Steel Chemical Composition

304 stainless steel is an austenitic chromium-nickel stainless steel. Final batch composition should be confirmed by the supplied material test certificate.

Element Content
Carbon (C) ≤0.08%
Chromium (Cr) 18.0–20.0%
Nickel (Ni) 8.0–10.5%
Manganese (Mn) ≤2.0%
Silicon (Si) ≤1.0%
Iron (Fe) Balance

Mechanical Properties

Mechanical properties depend on manufacturing process, heat treatment condition, tube dimensions and applicable specification.

Property Reference Requirement
Tensile Strength ≥515 MPa
Yield Strength ≥205 MPa
Elongation ≥35%
Hardness According to ASTM A269 requirements

304 Capillary Tube Size Range

Item Supply Range
Outside Diameter Customized Small Diameter
Inside Diameter Customized
Wall Thickness Thin Wall Customized
Length Fixed Length / Customized
Surface Bright Annealed / Polished

Test & Inspection Evidence

The following inspection-report images are retained as actual document evidence. Results shown in these documents apply to the relevant tested sample or batch only.

Precision Capillary Tube Processing

Production and finishing processes depend on the required tube dimensions and specification. Typical processing stages include:

Raw Material Selection → Tube Forming → Precision Sizing → Heat Treatment → Surface Finishing → Cutting → Inspection → Packaging
•  Precision sizing supports dimensional consistency.
•  Heat treatment is applied according to the production route and product specification.
•  Surface finishing helps provide smooth external and internal surfaces.
•  Fixed-length cutting is available according to confirmed requirements.

Inspection and Quality Control

Inspection Item Purpose
Chemical Analysis Verify stainless steel grade composition
Dimensional Inspection Check OD, ID, wall thickness and length
Surface Inspection Verify surface finish and appearance
Surface Roughness Verify roughness when specified
Eddy Current Testing Available when specified for tube integrity verification
MTC / EN 10204 3.1 Material traceability documentation

Applications of 304 Stainless Steel Capillary Tube

Instrumentation Measurement and control systems Laboratory Equipment Precision fluid and gas components Analytical Equipment Small-diameter transfer tubing
Sensors & Controls Small tubing for precision systems Medical Components Precision components subject to specification review Custom Components Cut-to-length precision stainless tubing

304 Stainless Steel Capillary Tube Packaging

SAKY STEEL uses suitable export packaging to protect capillary tubes against surface damage, contamination and bending during transportation.

•  Protective wrapping for tube surfaces.
•  Plastic protection where required.
•  Bundled or separated according to tube dimensions.
•  Wooden cases or pallets for international shipment.
•  Customized packaging according to confirmed order requirements.

FAQ

How should I specify 304 stainless steel capillary tube?

Please provide OD, ID or wall thickness, finished length, quantity and any requirements for tolerance, straightness or surface roughness.

Can surface roughness be inspected?

Yes. Surface roughness inspection can be performed according to the confirmed requirement.

Does Ra 0.135 μm apply to every capillary tube?

No. Ra 0.135 μm is the measured result shown for the displayed test sample only. It is not a universal guaranteed value for all 304 stainless steel capillary tubing.

Can capillary tubes be supplied in fixed lengths?

Yes. Fixed-length and customized cut-length tubing can be supplied according to the required dimensions and tolerance.

Need Precision 304 Stainless Steel Capillary Tube?

Send the required OD, ID or wall thickness, finished length, quantity, tolerance and surface requirement. SAKY STEEL can review the specification and provide a quotation.

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