API 5L PSL1 ERW Carbon Steel Welded Pipe

Product Introduction

API 5L line pipe (Seamless and Welded Pipe) of all grades have PSL1 and PSL2 two product specifications, they are different on chemical composition, manufacturing processes, mechanical strength, heat treatment, test records, traceability etc.

PSL is the short name of product standard level. The product standard level of line pipe have PSL1 and PSL2, also we could say the quality standard divided in PSL1 and PSL2. PSL2 is higher than PSL1, not only the inspection standard is different, also the chemical property, mechanical strength standards are different. So when place the order for the API 5L line pipe, there should be stated clearly for the size, grades these general specification, also have to clarify the production standard leve, PSL1 or PSL2.

Product Specification

PSL2 is more strictly than PSL1 on the chemical properties, tensile strength, non-destructive test, and impact test.
API 5L PSL1 steel line pipe not required to do the impact test.
For API 5L PSL2 steel line pipe, except Grade X80, all the other grades of API 5L line pipe required the impact test at temperature of 0℃. The average value of Akv: longitudinal direction≥41J, tranverse direction≥27J.
For API 5L Grade X80 PSL2 line pipe, at 0℃ for all the size, impact test the Akv average value: longitudinal direction≥101J, tranverse direction≥68J.
For API 5L PSL2 line pipe shall perform the hydraulic test for each single pipe, and in the API standard specification not permit to have Non-destructive test replace the hydraulic test, this also is a big difference between Chinese standard and API 5L standard. For PSL1 not required Non-destructive test, for PSL2 shall do the Non-destructive test for each single pipe.
Chemical composition and mechanical strength is also different between API 5L PSL1 line pipe and API 5L PSL2 line pipe. For the detailed specification as below. API 5L PSL2 have restrictions with the carbon equivalent content, where for the carbon mass fraction greater than 0.12%, and equal or less than 0.12%. Different CEQ shall be applied. For line pipe in PSL2 tensile strength have maximum limits.

API 5L PSL 1 Chemical Composition and Mechanical Properties:

API 5L PSL 2 Chemical Composition and Mechanical Properties:

Product Display

Pipe Grades:

A53 - ATSM A53 is a carbon steel alloy, used mostly for low pressure plumbing  and comes in 3 types:

A53 Type F – Longitudinally furnace butt welded or continuous welded

A53 Type E – Longitudinally electric resistance welded (ERW)

A53 Type S - Seamless pipe

A106B – ASTM A 106 seamless pressure pipe, (ASME SA106 pipe) used in the  construction of oil and gas refineries, power plants, and boilers.

A500B – Seamless carbon steel structural tubing in round, square and  rectangular shapes. (HSS)

API 5L – Standards for pipe suitable for use in conveying gas, water, and oil  in the natural gas and oil industries.

X52 – Welded pipe, widely used in petroleum and natural gas industries.

4130 – An alloy pipe often used int he Oil and Gas industries.

Other Pipe and Tubing Terms of Interest:

BPE – Black Plain End Pipe

BTC – Black Threaded & Coupled

GPE – Galvanized Plain End

GTC – Galvanized Threaded & Coupled

TOE – Threaded One End

Packaging And Transportation

We offer different modes of transport depending on the customer's destination: rail transport and ship transport，etc.The Shipping Mark shall consist of: Trade mark, Seller's name, Product name, Applicable standards,Specifications, Package No., Contract No., Heat No., Production date, Weighing method, Net weight, Gross Weight, Consignee and Protection symbols, etc.

FAQ

Q1:Can you send samples?
A:Of course, we can provide customers with free samples and express shipping service to all over of the world.
Q2:What product information do I need to provide?
A:Please kindly provide the grade, width, thickness, surface treatment requirement should you have and quantities you need to purchase.
Q3:It's my first time to import steel products, can you help me with it?
A:Sure,we have agent to arrange the shipment, we will do it together with you.
Q4:What ports of shipment are there?
A:Under normal circumstances, we ship from Shanghai, Tianjin, Qingdao, Ningbo ports, you can specify other ports according to your needs.
Q5:What about product prices information?
A:Prices various according to periodic price changes of raw materials.
Q6:What is your terms of payment?
A:Payment<=1000USD, 100% in advance.  Payment>=1000USD, 30% T/T in advance ,balance before shipment or based on BL copy or LC at sight.
Q7:Do you provide custom made Products service?
A: Yes,if you have your own design , we can produce according to your specification and drawing.
Q8:What are the certifications for your products?
A:We have ISO 9001, MTC, third parties’ inspections are all available such SGS, BV ect.
Q9:How long does your delivery time take?
A:In general, our delivery time is within 7-15 days, and may be longer if the quantity is extremely large or special circumstances occur.
Q10: How many countries you already exported to?
A:We have exported to America, Canada, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Russia, Ukraine, Thailand, Myanmar, Vietnam, India, Kenya, Ghana,somalia and other African countries. Our export experience is rich, we familiar with different market demands, can help customers avoid a lot of trouble.
Q11:Can I go to your factory to visit?
A:Of course, we welcome customers from all over the world to visit our factory.
Q12:Does the product have quality inspection before loading?
A:Of course, all our products are strictly tested for quality before packaging, and unqualified products will be destroyed and customers can appoint third parties to inspect the products before loading too.
Q13:How to pack the products?
A: Standard export sea-worthy packaging, the inner layer has a waterproof paper outer layer with iron packaging and is fixed with a fumigation wooden pallet.  It can effectively protect products from corrosion and various climate changes during ocean transportation.
Q14:What is your working time?
A:In general, our online service time is Beijing time: 8:00-22:00, after 22:00, we will reply to your inquiry in the coming working day.