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Performance difference between RA253MA and 253MA

Performance difference between RA253MA and 253MA

Performance difference between RA253MA and 253MA

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I specified "RA253MA" as the Mat'l of CFB Vortex Finder, but the bidder proposed changing to "253MA".
Can anybody tell me if there is a big deal if RA253MA is replaced with 253MA?
Thanks.

RE: Performance difference between RA253MA and 253MA

There are no problems that I'm aware of as RA253MA is product of Rolled Alloys and 253MA is as name use in various codes and standards to identify the same material.  The substitute A253MA should meet the same spec's ar the RA253MA material. They are covered under ASTM A240/ASME SA240
The reason for this that the composition of this alloy was patented and is/was made under license for the patent holder.  Several major steel producers make the steel under various product names.
This material is one of a family of high temperature Austenitic Stainless Steels.  The MA stand for Micro Alloyed, with rare earth elements to enhance the high temperature properties.  

RE: Performance difference between RA253MA and 253MA

If you have reason to use a trade name (experience, specific properties, odd size) then do it.  But to be as correct as possible you should use ASTM and/or ASME spec numbers and UNS alloy designations.  After all, these are what link you to the code.

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