Precautions for purchasing stainless steel pipes

Various problems will arise when purchasing stainless steel pipes. So what details do you need to pay more attention to during the procurement project to effectively avoid pitfalls?

1. Purpose of use

Clarify the purpose of purchasing stainless steel pipes in order to choose the appropriate stainless steel grade and specification. Stainless steel pipes for different uses have different performance requirements and application ranges.

2.Material requirements

According to the use environment and performance requirements, choose the appropriate stainless steel material, such as 304, 316, 201, etc. In addition, it is also necessary to pay attention to the tensile strength, yield strength, hardness and other performance indicators of stainless steel pipes.

3. Surface requirements

Common surface requirements include smooth surface, no burrs, smooth welds, etc. In addition, depending on the use, you can consider choosing stainless steel pipes with special surface treatments such as polished 6K mirror surface, rough surface, bright surface, and brushed surface.

4.Outer diameter and thickness requirements

Accurately measure the outer diameter and thickness of stainless steel pipes according to product design and usage requirements. Pay attention to whether the outer diameter dimensional tolerance meets the requirements when purchasing to avoid purchasing defective products or products that do not meet specifications.

5. Supplier reputation

Choosing a supplier with a good reputation can ensure the purchase of stainless steel pipes of reliable quality. Before signing a contract, understand the supplier's strength, product quality, after-sales service and other information.

6. Delivery time

Confirm delivery lead time with suppliers based on project progress and production requirements. Ensure that stainless steel pipes that meet the requirements are received within the specified time

7.Warranty and after-sales service

Understand the warranty policy and after-sales service provided by the supplier to ensure that any problems encountered during use can be resolved promptly.

Editor: Lucas

Mail: lucas@yangtzesteel.com