1. Material Standards & Types

Primary Standard:

• ASTM A53/A53M - Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless

Available Types:

2. Chemical Composition (% by weight, Grade B)

3. Mechanical Properties (Grade B)

4. Physical Properties

5. Product Specifications

6. Manufacturing Process

Seamless Pipes (Type S):

• Hot rolling process

• Cold drawing process

• No weld seam, uniform structure

Welded Pipes (Type E):

• Electric resistance welding

• Continuous weld formation

• Weld seam heat treatment

Furnace Butt-Welded (Type F):

• Continuous welding process

• Suitable for smaller diameters

• Economical manufacturing

7. Coating Options

8. Testing & Inspection

Mandatory Tests:

• Hydrostatic test

• Non-destructive electric test

• Flattening test (welded pipes)

• Bend test (Type F)

• Tensile test

• Hardness test

Optional Tests:

• Charpy impact test

• Positive Material Identification

• Third-party inspection

• Ultrasonic testing

9. Applications

Primary Applications:

• Plumbing Systems: Water supply lines

• HVAC Systems: Heating and cooling pipelines

• Industrial Piping: Process lines, compressed air

• Structural Applications: Fencing, handrails

• Oil & Gas: Low-pressure transmission

Service Conditions:

• Maximum temperature: 400°C

• Pressure rating: Per ASME B31.1/B31.3

• Suitable for bending and threading

Quality Assurance:

• Mill Test Certificate per EN 10204

• ISO 9001 Quality Management System

• Complete traceability

• Batch testing certification

Technical Advantages:

• Cost-effective solution

• Excellent availability

• Good machinability and weldability

• Suitable for various coating systems

• Reliable performance in standard applications

All A53 Grade B pipes are manufactured and tested in accordance with ASTM standards and can be supplied with additional testing to meet specific project requirements.