Today, newly developed 9%Cr steels such as T/P911 and T/P92 are used for power plants with advanced steam parameters, thanks to their high creep rupture strength values. They show an increase of creep values by around 10 to 25% compared to T/P91. Nevertheless, their range of use is limited by high temperatures because their oxidation resistance is lower than classical 12%Cr steels or austenitic steels. In order to meet high design parameters, a new steel named "VM12" has been developed. The aim is to keep the high strength creep level of T/P92 with an improvement of steam oxidation resistance to fit steam temperatures up to 650°C (1200℉). This new steel is based on a chromium content of 12% alloyed with other elements such as cobalt, tungsten and boron. Results of investigation on 7 lab heats have been presented in a former paper. This new paper will present results on industrial products - tubes and pipes -made with industrial heats. Metallurgical properties are compared to those of industrial T/P92. First recommendations for bending and welding also are presented.
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