Polished Stainless Steel Sanitary Tubing (ASTM-A270)
Polished ID and OD stainless steel sanitary tubing in the alloy and size combinations listed below. Select a variation to request a quote.
- 304L and 316L stainless steel options
- ASTM A270 in listed sizes through 8 inches; ASTM A778 for 10-inch and 12-inch sizes
- Wall thicknesses of .065, .083, and .109 inches across the listed sizes
- Supplied in 20-foot lengths
Polished Tubing Specifications
Wayland polished ID and OD sanitary tubing is available in the alloy and size combinations listed in the product options above. The specifications below follow the Wayland tubing sheet.
Specifications
- 1/2-inch through 8-inch polished tubing: ASTM A270 with ASTM A249/A269/A270 testing; 3-A certified, 33-03 #3845.
- Polished finish for 1/2-inch through 8-inch sizes: 20 Ra ID / 32 Ra OD.
- 10-inch and 12-inch tubing: ASTM A778 with 32 Ra ID / 32 Ra OD finish.
- Mechanically polished.
Grades
- W4: 304L stainless steel.
- W6: 316L stainless steel.
Quality Assurance and Testing
All required ASTM testing, plus:
- Flare
- Reverse bend
- Flatten
- Flange
Ordering and Supply
- Surcharges change monthly.
- Available in 20-foot lengths only.
- Broken-box charges apply.
- Tubing is nonreturnable.
Packaging
- Each tube is packaged in a protective poly sleeve with end caps.
- Shipped in heavy-duty tri-wall cardboard boxes.
- Wooden crates are available at additional cost.
How to Order
Part number format: W + alloy code + product type − size − wall thickness. W4 designates 304L; W6 designates 316L. The sheet uses A270 for the polished 1/2-inch through 8-inch sizes and A778 for 10-inch and 12-inch sizes. Example: W4A270-1-.065. Select the available alloy and size above to request a quote.
Polished Tubing Size and Part Number Reference
Wall-thickness tolerance is ±10%. A dash indicates that the corresponding catalog part number is not listed.
| Tube OD | Gauge | Wall (in.) | 304L part number | 316L part number |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2" | 16 | .065 | — | W6A270-.50-.065 |
| 3/4" | 16 | .065 | — | W6A270-.75-.065 |
| 1" | 16 | .065 | W4A270-1-.065 | W6A270-1-.065 |
| 1-1/2" | 16 | .065 | W4A270-15-.065 | W6A270-15-.065 |
| 2" | 16 | .065 | W4A270-2-.065 | W6A270-2-.065 |
| 2-1/2" | 16 | .065 | W4A270-25-.065 | W6A270-25-.065 |
| 3" | 16 | .065 | W4A270-3-.065 | W6A270-3-.065 |
| 4" | 14 | .083 | W4A270-4-.083 | W6A270-4-.083 |
| 5" | 14 | .083 | W4A270-5-.083 | W6A270-5-.083 |
| 6" | 12 | .109 | W4A270-6-.109 | W6A270-6-.109 |
| 8" | 12 | .109 | W4A270-8-.109 | W6A270-8-.109 |
| 10" | 12 | .109 | W4A778-10-.109 | W6A778-10-.109 |
| 12" | 12 | .109 | W4A778-12-.109 | W6A778-12-.109 |
Standard Box Quantities
| Tube OD | Feet per box | Pieces per box | Box weight (lb) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2" | 300 | 15 | 105 |
| 3/4" | 300 | 15 | 156 |
| 1" | 420 / 1000 | 21 / 50 | 302 / 684 |
| 1-1/2" | 560 | 28 | 580 |
| 2" | 560 | 28 | 784 |
| 2-1/2" | 400 | 20 | 724 |
| 3" | 280 | 14 | 614 |
| 4" | 160 | 8 | 588 |
| 5" | — | — | — |
| 6" | 100 | 5 | 984 |
| 8" | 60 | 3 | 879 |
| 10" | — | — | — |
| 12" | — | — | — |
Tubing Weights and Operating Pressures
| Tube OD | Weight (lb/ft) | Working (PSI) | Burst (PSI) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2" | 0.30 | 3250 | 19,500 |
| 3/4" | 0.48 | 2167 | 13,000 |
| 1" | 0.66 | 2280 | 9100 |
| 1-1/2" | 1.00 | 1520 | 6100 |
| 2" | 1.35 | 1140 | 4600 |
| 2-1/2" | 1.70 | 910 | 3600 |
| 3" | 2.05 | 760 | 3000 |
| 4" | 3.50 | 730 | 2900 |
| 5" | 4.40 | 546 | 2184 |
| 6" | 6.92 | 635 | 2540 |
| 8" | 9.27 | 475 | 1900 |
| 10" | 11.62 | 465 | 1870 |
| 12" | 13.97 | 455 | 1820 |
Product Support & Distributor Inquiries
Planning a tubing run? Compare the listed outside diameter, wall thickness, alloy and finish. Explore sanitary tubing and related butt weld fittings, or contact Wayland for help identifying tubing documentation.

