Description
API 5L Gr A Pipe
API 5L Gr A pipes are high-quality carbon steel pipes manufactured according to the American Petroleum Institute (API) 5L standard. These pipes are widely used for the transportation of oil, natural gas, and water in pipelines due to their excellent strength, durability, and corrosion resistance. API 5L Grade A pipes are made from low carbon steel, ensuring a perfect balance of toughness and ductility. They are suitable for applications requiring moderate pressure and temperature levels.
Key Features:
- High corrosion resistance
- Excellent mechanical strength
- Available in seamless and welded variants
- Wide range of sizes and lengths for various applications
API 5L Gr A Chemical Composition
| Element | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.28 max |
| Manganese (Mn) | 1.20 max |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.03 max |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.03 max |
API 5L Grade A Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Minimum Yield Strength | 240 MPa (35,000 psi) |
| Minimum Tensile Strength | 415–550 MPa (60,000–80,000 psi) |
| Minimum Elongation (in 200 mm) | 20% |
| Hardness | Max 187 HB |
Sizes & Dimensions
| NPS | OD (in) | Schedule | SCH# | Wall Thk (in) | Wall Thk (mm) | Wgt (lb/ft) | Wgt (kg/m) | ID (in) | ID (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 | 0.405 | STD | 40 | 0.068 | 1.73 | 0.24 | 0.37 | 0.269 | 6.84 |
| 1/8 | 0.405 | XS | 80 | 0.095 | 2.41 | 0.31 | 0.47 | 0.215 | 5.84 |
| 1/4 | 0.540 | 10 | 10 | 0.065 | 1.65 | 0.33 | 0.49 | 0.410 | 10.4 |
| 1/4 | 0.540 | STD | 40 | 0.088 | 2.24 | 0.43 | 0.63 | 0.364 | 9.22 |
| 1/4 | 0.540 | XS | 80 | 0.119 | 3.02 | 0.54 | 0.81 | 0.364 | 7.66 |
| 3/8 | 0.675 | 10 | 10 | 0.065 | 1.65 | 0.42 | 0.63 | 0.545 | 13.80 |
| 3/8 | 0.675 | STD | 40 | 0.091 | 2.31 | 0.57 | 0.84 | 0.493 | 12.48 |
| 3/8 | 0.675 | XS | 80 | 0.126 | 3.20 | 0.74 | 1.10 | 0.423 | 10.70 |
| 3/4 | 1.050 | 5 | 5 | 0.065 | 1.65 | 0.54 | 0.80 | 0.710 | 18.00 |
| 3/4 | 1.050 | 10 | 10 | 0.083 | 2.11 | 0.67 | 1.00 | 0.674 | 17.08 |
| 3/4 | 1.050 | STD | 40 | 0.109 | 2.77 | 0.85 | 1.27 | 0.622 | 15.76 |
| 3/4 | 1.050 | XS | 80 | 0.147 | 3.73 | 1.09 | 1.62 | 0.546 | 13.84 |
| 3/4 | 1.050 | 160 | 160 | 0.188 | 4.78 | 1.31 | 1.95 | 0.464 | 11.74 |
| 3/4 | 1.050 | XX | XX | 0.294 | 7.47 | 1.72 | 2.55 | 0.252 | 6.86 |
| 1 | 1.315 | 5 | 5 | 0.065 | 1.65 | 0.87 | 1.29 | 1.185 | 30.10 |
| 1 | 1.315 | 10 | 10 | 0.109 | 2.77 | 1.41 | 2.09 | 1.097 | 27.86 |
Applications:
- Oil & Gas pipelines
- Water distribution systems
- Construction & infrastructure projects
- Petrochemical and chemical plants

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