API Line Pipe
API Line Pipes are high-quality steel pipes designed and manufactured according to the standards set by the American Petroleum Institute (API). These pipes are primarily used in the oil, gas, and water industries for the transportation of fluids under high pressure and extreme conditions. With exceptional durability, corrosion resistance, and strength, API line pipes are essential for the safe and efficient movement of hydrocarbons and other materials across long distances.
Key Features of API Line Pipes
- High Strength: Manufactured to handle high-pressure environments in onshore and offshore pipelines.
- Corrosion Resistance: Designed with coatings and materials to resist rust and chemical degradation, ensuring long-term performance.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for transporting natural gas, crude oil, refined petroleum products, and water.
- Adherence to API Standards: Meets rigorous API 5L specifications for chemical composition, mechanical properties, and dimensional accuracy.
- Cost-Effective: Provides excellent performance while reducing downtime and maintenance costs in pipeline operations.
API-5L-X65 PSL-1/PSL-2 Seamless, ERW, HFW, LSAW, DSAW, HSAW/SSAW (Spiral Welded) Line Pipe
API-5L Grade-B, X-42, X-46, X-52, X-56, X-60, X-65, X-70, X-80 PSL1 PSL2 Line Pipe
DESCRIPTION | GRADE | Size | Size | OD | WT | Length | Kgs./Mtr. |
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CS SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 1/2″ x Sch 40 | 15 x Sch 40 | 21.3 OD | 2.77 mm | 5 To 7 | 1.27 |
CARBON STEEL SEAMLESS PIP | API 5L GR B PSL1 | 1/2″ x Sch 80 | 15 x Sch 80 | 21.3 mm | 3.73 mm | 5 To 7 | 1.62 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL2 | 1/2″ x Sch 160 | 15 x Sch 160 | 21.3 mm | 4.78 mm | 5 To 7 | 1.95 |
LTCS SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR X42 PSL1 | 1/2″ x Sch XXS | 15 x Sch XXS | 21.3 mm | 7.47 mm | 5 To 7 | 2.55 |
CS SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 3/4″ x Sch 40 | 20 x Sch 40 | 26.7 mm | 2.87 mm | 5 To 7 | 1.69 |
CARBON STEEL SEAMLESS PIP | API 5L GR B PSL1 | 3/4″ x Sch 80 | 20 x Sch 80 | 26.7 mm | 3.91 mm | 5 To 7 | 2.20 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL2 | 3/4″ x Sch 160 | 20 x Sch 160 | 26.7 mm | 5.56 mm | 5 To 7 | 2.90 |
LTCS SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR X42 PSL1 | 3/4″ x Sch XXS | 20 x Sch XXS | 26.7 OD | 7.82 mm | 5 To 7 | 3.64 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 1″ x Sch 40 | 25 x Sch 40 | 33.4 OD | 3.38 mm | 5 To 7 | 2.50 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 1″ x Sch 80 | 25 x Sch 80 | 33.4 mm | 4.55 mm | 5 To 7 | 3.24 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 1″ x Sch 160 | 25 x Sch 160 | 33.4 mm | 6.35 mm | 5 To 7 | 4.24 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 1″ x Sch XXS | 25 x Sch XXS | 33.4 mm | 9.09 mm | 5 To 7 | 5.45 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 1 1/4″ x Sch 40 | 32 x Sch 40 | 42.2 OD | 3.56 mm | 5 To 7 | 3.39 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 1 1/4″ x Sch 80 | 32 x Sch 80 | 42.2 mm | 4.85 mm | 5 To 7 | 4.47 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 1 1/4″ x Sch 160 | 32 x Sch 160 | 42.2 mm | 6.35 mm | 5 To 7 | 5.62 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 1 1/4″ x Sch XXS | 32 x Sch XXS | 42.2 mm | 9.7 mm | 5 To 7 | 7.78 |
CS SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 1 1/2″ x Sch 40 | 40 x Sch 40 | 48.3 OD | 3.68 mm | 5 To 7 | 4.05 |
CARBON STEEL SEAMLESS PIP | API 5L GR B PSL1 | 1 1/2″ x Sch 80 | 40 x Sch 80 | 48.3 mm | 5.08 mm | 5 To 7 | 5.42 |
LTCS SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR X42 PSL1 | 1 1/2″ x Sch XXS | 40 x Sch XXS | 48.3 mm | 10.15 mm | 5 To 7 | 9.55 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 2″ x Sch 40 | 50 x Sch 40 | 60.3 OD | 3.91 mm | 5 To 7 | 5.44 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 2″ x Sch 80 | 50 x Sch 80 | 60.3 mm | 5.54 mm | 5 To 7 | 7.48 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 2″ x Sch 160 | 50 x Sch 160 | 60.3 mm | 8.74 mm | 5 To 7 | 11.12 |
CS SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 2 1/2″ x Sch 40 | 65 x Sch 40 | 73 OD | 5.16 mm | 5 To 7 | 8.64 |
CARBON STEEL SEAMLESS PIP | API 5L GR B PSL1 | 2 1/2″ x Sch 80 | 65 x Sch 80 | 73 mm | 7.01 mm | 5 To 7 | 11.41 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL2 | 2 1/2″ x Sch 160 | 65 x Sch 160 | 73 mm | 9.53 mm | 5 To 7 | 14.92 |
LTCS SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR X42 PSL1 | 2 1/2″ x Sch XXS | 65 x Sch XXS | 73 mm | 14.02 mm | 5 To 7 | 20.40 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 3″ x Sch 40 | 80 x Sch 40 | 88.9 OD | 5.49 mm | 5 To 7 | 11.30 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 3″ x Sch 80 | 80 x Sch 80 | 88.9 mm | 7.62 mm | 5 To 7 | 15.28 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 3″ x Sch 160 | 80 x Sch 160 | 88.9 mm | 11.13 mm | 5 To 7 | 21.35 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 3″ x Sch XXS | 80 x Sch XXS | 88.9 mm | 15.24 mm | 5 To 7 | 27.69 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 3 1/2″ x Sch 40 | 90 x Sch 40 | 101.6 OD | 5.74 mm | 5 To 7 | 13.57 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 3 1/2″ x Sch 80 | 90 x Sch 80 | 101.6 mm | 8.08 mm | 5 To 7 | 18.64 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 4″ x Sch 40 | 100 x Sch 40 | 114.3 OD | 6.02 mm | 5 To 7 | 16.07 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 4″ x Sch 80 | 100 x Sch 80 | 114.3 mm | 8.56 mm | 5 To 7 | 22.33 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 4″ x Sch 120 | 100 x Sch 120 | 114.3 mm | 11.13 mm | 5 To 7 | 28.33 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 4″ x Sch 160 | 100 x Sch 160 | 114.3 mm | 13.49 mm | 5 To 7 | 33.55 |
SEAMLESS PIPE | API 5L GR B PSL1 / PSL | 4″ x Sch XXS | 100 x Sch XXS | 114.3 mm | 17.12 mm | 5 To 7 | 41.04 |
DESCRIPTION | GRADE | Size | Size | OD | WT | Length | Kgs./Mtr. |
Grades and Specifications
API line pipes are available in a range of grades to suit different applications:
- Standard Line Pipe Grades:
- Grade A and Grade B: Suitable for low-pressure applications.
- Commonly used in water and low-pressure oil pipelines.
- High-Strength Grades:
- X42, X46, X52, X56, X60, X65, X70, and X80:
Designed for high-pressure and large-scale pipeline applications.
Higher grades are used in critical applications like offshore drilling and deep-water pipelines.
- X42, X46, X52, X56, X60, X65, X70, and X80:
- Seam Types:
- Seamless Line Pipe: Offers better strength and pressure handling, ideal for high-stress environments.
- Welded Line Pipe: Economical and suitable for long-distance fluid transport.
Applications of API Line Pipes
- Oil and Gas Industry:
Used for the transmission of crude oil, natural gas, and refined petroleum products. - Water Supply Systems:
Transporting water for municipal, industrial, and irrigation purposes. - Pipeline Infrastructure:
Critical for building extensive pipeline networks across continents and under oceans. - Chemical Transport:
Safely moves chemicals and other industrial fluids under high-pressure conditions.
Coatings and Surface Treatments
To enhance durability and performance, API line pipes are often coated or treated:
- Fusion Bonded Epoxy (FBE) Coating: Provides excellent resistance to corrosion and abrasion.
- Polyethylene (PE) or Polypropylene (PP) Coating: Offers additional protection against harsh environmental conditions.
- Internal Coatings: Reduce friction and improve flow efficiency for liquid or gas transport.
- Galvanising: Adds a layer of zinc for extra corrosion resistance.
Benefits of API Line Pipes
- Reliable Performance: Manufactured to handle extreme temperatures, pressures, and environmental conditions.
- Long Service Life: Resistant to corrosion and wear, reducing replacement and maintenance costs.
- Wide Range of Sizes and Grades: Customizable to meet specific operational needs.
- Environmentally Friendly: Coatings and treatments reduce the risk of leaks, minimizing environmental impact.
- Compliance with International Standards: Ensures compatibility and reliability across global pipeline projects.
Why Choose API Line Pipes?
- Rigorous Quality Standards: API line pipes are engineered to meet stringent API 5L requirements, ensuring reliability in critical applications.
- Customizable Solutions: Available in various diameters, thicknesses, and lengths to suit project needs.
- Global Applications: Widely used in onshore, offshore, and subsea pipeline projects around the world.
FAQ's
PSL1 (Product Specification Level 1) is the standard quality level for API 5L pipes, suitable for most applications. PSL2 (Product Specification Level 2) has additional testing requirements, including stricter chemical composition and mechanical properties, making it more suitable for demanding environments like sour service applications. PSL2 also has tighter tolerance levels for toughness and impact resistance.
Seamless steel pipes are manufactured without a welded seam, which provides greater structural integrity, making them ideal for high-pressure and high-temperature applications. In contrast, welded pipes are more cost-effective for lower-pressure applications but may have weaker points where the weld exists.
Sour service pipes are designed to handle environments with high hydrogen sulfide (H2S) content, which can cause corrosion and cracking. These pipes are used in oil and gas exploration and extraction processes where the presence of sour gas requires pipes with high resistance to sulfide stress cracking. API 5L SS75, SS95, and SS105 are common grades for sour service applications.