subsequent cooling

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Solution annealed conditions obtained directly by extrusion and subsequent cooling provided the mechanical
properties, corrosion resistance and other properties are in accordance with this part of EN 10216. All specified
mechanical properties shall be met even after a subsequent reference heat treatment.
Solution treatment shall consist of heating the tubes uniformly to a temperature within the range given for the steel

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