API5L L245 PSL1 A106-B/SA106B A53-B/SA53-B Seamless/Welded Carbon Steel Pipes,API 5L Grade B Pipes are engineered to meet the demanding requirements of the oil, gas, and petrochemical industries.
API 5L Grade B pipe is a common grade pipe for oil and gas pipeline transmissions. It also called L245 Pipe refer ISO 3183, named by minimum yield strength 245 Mpa (35,500 Psi). Equivalent material ASTM A106 B or ASTM A53 B, which have similar value on chemical composition, mechanical properties, and applications.
API 5L B covers PSL1, PSL2, Sour Services, for onshore and offshore pipelines. Manufacturing types including seamless and welded.
Key Features & Benefits
Key Features:
- Material Standards: Complies with API 5L, ASTM A106-B, ASTM A53-B, and L245 PSL1 specifications.
- High Pressure & Temperature Resistance: Suitable for pipelines in challenging environments.
- Precision Dimensions: Available in various outer diameters, wall thicknesses, and lengths to suit project requirements.
- Corrosion Resistance: Offers reliable performance in both onshore and offshore applications.
- Versatility: Ideal for pipeline networks, power plants, and industrial facilities.
Ends design:
1) Bevel the welding ends to an angle of 30°, +5°, -0°, with a root face of 1/16", +/- 1/32". The bevel shall form a V groove with an included angle of 60°+10/-0. The root opening shall be 1/16", +/- 1/32" according to ANSI B16.25.
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2) Plain or straight ends.
3) Threaded ends with coupling or without coupling according to API Spec. 5B.
Application:
• Oil & Gas Transmission
• Petrochemical & Refinery Systems
• Power Generation
• Water and Sewage Systems
• Structural & Mechanical Applications
• Offshore & Marine Engineering
Technical Specification
ASTM A53 seamless steel pipe chemical composition:
| Grade |
Chemical Composition (%) Max. |
| C |
Mn |
P |
S |
Cu |
Ni |
Cr |
Mo |
V |
| A |
0.25 |
0.95 |
0.05 |
0.045 |
0.40 |
0.40 |
0.40 |
0.15 |
0.08 |
| B |
0.30 |
1.20 |
0.05 |
0.045 |
0.40 |
0.40 |
0.40 |
0.15 |
0.08 |
ASTM A53 seamless steel pipe mechanical properties:
| Grade |
Mechanical Properties |
| Tensile Strength (Mpa) |
Yield Strength (Mpa) |
| A |
≥48,000 (≥330) |
≥30,000 (≥205) |
| B |
≥60,000 (≥415) |
≥35,000 (≥240) |
API 5L ASTM A53 Standard Specification:
|
| NCH |
OD |
API 5L ASTM A53 Standard Wall Thickness |
| (MM) |
SCH 10 |
SCH 20 |
SCH 40 |
SCH 60 |
SCH 80 |
SCH 100 |
SCH 160 |
| (mm) |
(mm) |
(mm) |
(mm) |
(mm) |
(mm) |
(mm) |
| 1/4" |
13.7 |
|
|
2.24 |
|
3.02 |
|
|
| 3/8" |
17.1 |
|
|
2.31 |
|
3.2 |
|
|
| 1/2" |
21.3 |
2.11 |
|
2.77 |
|
3.73 |
|
4.78 |
| 3/4" |
26.7 |
2.11 |
|
2.87 |
|
3.91 |
|
5.56 |
| 1" |
33.4 |
2.77 |
|
3.38 |
|
4.55 |
|
6.35 |
| 1-1/4" |
42.2 |
2.77 |
|
3.56 |
|
4.85 |
|
6.35 |
| 1-1/2" |
48.3 |
2.77 |
|
3.68 |
|
5.08 |
|
7.14 |
| 2" |
60.3 |
2.77 |
|
3.91 |
|
5.54 |
|
8.74 |
| 2-1/2" |
73 |
3.05 |
|
5.16 |
|
7.01 |
|
9.53 |
| 3" |
88.9 |
3.05 |
|
5.49 |
|
7.62 |
|
11.13 |
| 3-1/2" |
101.6 |
3.05 |
|
5.74 |
|
8.08 |
|
|
| 4" |
114.3 |
3.05 |
4.50 |
6.02 |
|
8.56 |
|
13.49 |
| 5" |
141.3 |
3.4 |
|
6.55 |
|
9.53 |
|
15.88 |
| 6" |
168.3 |
3.4 |
|
7.11 |
|
10.97 |
|
18.26 |
| 8" |
219.1 |
3.76 |
6.35 |
8.18 |
10.31 |
12.70 |
15.09 |
23.01 |
| 10" |
273 |
4.19 |
6.35 |
9.27 |
12.7 |
15.09 |
18.26 |
28.58 |
| 12" |
323.8 |
4.57 |
6.35 |
10.31 |
14.27 |
17.48 |
21.44 |
33.32 |
| 14" |
355 |
6.35 |
7.92 |
11.13 |
15.09 |
19.05 |
23.83 |
36.71 |
| 16" |
406 |
6.35 |
7.92 |
12.70 |
16.66 |
21.44 |
26.19 |
40.49 |
| 18" |
457 |
6.35 |
7.92 |
14.27 |
19.05 |
23.83 |
29.36 |
46.24 |
| 20" |
508 |
6.35 |
9.53 |
15.09 |
20.62 |
26.19 |
32.54 |
50.01 |
| 22" |
559 |
6.35 |
9.53 |
|
22.23 |
28.58 |
34.93 |
54.98 |
| 24" |
610 |
6.35 |
9.53 |
17.48 |
24.61 |
30.96 |
38.89 |
59.54 |
| 26" |
660 |
7.92 |
12.7 |
|
|
|
|
|
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: Are API5L/L245 PSL1 A106-B/SA106B A53-B/SA53-B pipes seamless or welded?
A: Yes, they are unequivocally seamless. The inclusion of the ASTM A106/ASME SA106B standard is the definitive indicator, as this standard exclusively covers seamless carbon steel pipe for high-temperature service.
Q2: What is the main difference between API 5L and ASTM A106?
A: API 5L is a specification focused on the transportation of oil, gas, and water in pipeline systems. ASTM A106 is designed for piping systems that operate at high temperatures (typically above 750°F / 400°C). A pipe meeting both standards is exceptionally versatile for interconnected systems.
Q3: Can I use this pipe for high-pressure steam service?
A: Absolutely. The compliance with ASTM A106/SA106B Grade B makes these seamless steel pipes an excellent and commonly used choice for high-pressure steam and other high-temperature fluid conveyance.
Q4: What does the "PSL1" in API5L L245 PSL1 mean?
A: PSL stands for "Product Specification Level." PSL1 defines the standard mandatory requirements for chemical composition, mechanical properties, and testing. PSL2 has more stringent requirements (e.g., tougher impact testing). PSL1 is suitable for the vast majority of general pipeline applications.
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