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Product Description API 5L X60 Pipe
API 5L X60 Pipe is a high-strength, durable pipeline steel designed for the transportation of oil, gas, and other fluids in demanding environments. This grade of steel pipe is manufactured according to the American Petroleum Institute’s (API) 5L specification, ensuring its suitability for use in the oil and natural gas industry. The “X60” designation refers to the pipe’s yield strength of 60,000 psi, making it an excellent choice for medium-pressure pipelines.
One of the key features of API 5L X60 Pipe is its enhanced mechanical properties, which include high tensile strength and resistance to corrosion and cracking. This makes it well-suited for harsh conditions such as extreme temperatures, high-pressure environments, and aggressive soil conditions, often found in pipeline applications for oil and gas extraction and transportation. The pipe is designed to withstand internal and external forces, providing long-term reliability and safety.
API 5L X60 Pipe is typically manufactured using carbon steel, and it is available in both seamless and welded types. The seamless variety offers superior strength and resistance to stress, while the welded version is cost-effective and suitable for applications where lower stress and pressure levels are involved. These pipes can also be coated with various anti-corrosion materials to increase their lifespan, especially when used in harsh environments like offshore installations or subterranean pipelines.
The API 5L X60 Pipe meets various industry standards and can be customized for different sizes, wall thicknesses, and finishes. It is widely used in the construction of pipelines for the transportation of natural gas, crude oil, and refined products, ensuring reliable and safe delivery of these critical resources across vast distances.
API 5L X60 Pipe Dimension
| NPS (inches) | OD (inches) | Wall Thickness (inches) | Weight per foot (lbs) | Manufacturing Process |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/2 | 0.840 | 0.109 | 0.85 | Seamless, ERW |
| 3/4 | 1.050 | 0.113 | 1.13 | Seamless, ERW |
| 1 | 1.315 | 0.133 | 1.68 | Seamless, ERW |
| 1 1/4 | 1.660 | 0.140 | 2.27 | Seamless |
| 1 1/2 | 1.900 | 0.145 | 2.72 | Seamless |
| 2 | 2.375 | 0.154 | 3.65 | Seamless, ERW |
| 2 1/2 | 2.875 | 0.203 | 5.79 | Seamless |
| 3 | 3.500 | 0.216 | 7.58 | Seamless |
| 4 | 4.500 | 0.237 | 10.79 | Seamless, ERW |
| 6 | 6.625 | 0.280 | 18.99 | Seamless, ERW |
| 8 | 8.625 | 0.322 | 28.55 | Seamless, ERW |
| 10 | 10.750 | 0.365 | 40.48 | Seamless, ERW |
| 12 | 12.750 | 0.406 | 53.52 | Seamless |
| 16 | 16.000 | 0.500 | 84.36 | Seamless, ERW, LSAW, SSAW |
| 18 | 18.000 | 0.562 | 107.36 | LSAW, SSAW |
| 20 | 20.000 | 0.593 | 127.95 | Seamless, ERW, LSAW, SSAW |
| 24 | 24.000 | 0.688 | 179.46 | Seamless, LSAW, SSAW |
| 30 | 30.000 | 0.875 | 291.76 | LSAW, SSAW |
| 36 | 36.000 | 1.000 | 436.91 | LSAW, SSAW |
| 42 | 42.000 | 1.188 | 594.18 | LSAW, SSAW |
| 48 | 48.000 | 1.250 | 754.82 | Seamless, LSAW, SSAW |
| 60 | 60.000 | 1.500 | 1224.60 | LSAW, SSAW |
| 72 | 72.000 | 1.625 | 1648.80 | LSAW, SSAW |
| 100 | 100.000 | 2.000 | 3270.00 | LSAW, SSAW |
Common Dimensions for API 5L X60 Pipes:
The dimensions of API 5L X60 pipes are defined in terms of:
- Outer Diameter (OD): Ranges from 2.375 inches to 48 inches (or more, depending on the project specifications).
- Wall Thickness (WT): Can range from 0.250 inches to 1.000 inches (or more).
- Length: Typically supplied in standard lengths ranging from 20 feet to 40 feet, but custom lengths are available as required.
API 5L X60 Pipe Grades and Categories:
API 5L pipes are divided into different categories based on the manufacturing processes:
- PSL1 (Product Specification Level 1): Standard quality, general use.
- PSL2 (Product Specification Level 2): Higher quality for more demanding applications that require additional mechanical properties and resistance to corrosion.
API 5L X60 Chemical Composition
| Element | Content (%) |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.26 max |
| Manganese (Mn) | 1.10 max |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.030 max |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.030 max |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.45 max |
| Nickel (Ni) | 0.50 max |
| Chromium (Cr) | 0.50 max |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.50 max |
| Vanadium (V) | 0.10 max |
| Molybdenum (Mo) | 0.15 max |
| Titanium (Ti) | 0.04 max |
API 5L X60 Mechanical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield Strength | 60,200 psi (415 MPa) |
| Tensile Strength | 75,400 psi (520 MPa) |
| Elongation | 21% (for a 2-inch gauge length) |
| Charpy V-Notch Impact Test | 27 Joules (minimum) at 0°C (32°F) |
Applications:
- Oil and gas pipeline construction.
- Water pipeline systems.
- Transmission of natural gas and crude oil.
- It is often used for both onshore and offshore pipeline projects.
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