Carbon Steel EFW Pipes
Carbon Steel EFW (Electric Fusion Welded) pipes are manufactured by forming steel plates and welding the longitudinal seam using an automatic electric fusion welding process. These pipes offer excellent dimensional accuracy, consistent wall thickness, and cost-effectiveness for various pressure and structural applications.
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◉ PRODUCT SPECIFICATION


1. Material Standards & Grades


Primary Standards:

  • ASTM A134 - EFW Pipe (Size NPS 16 and Over)

  • ASTM A139 - EFW Pipe (Size NPS 4 and Over)

  • ASTM A671 - EFW Pipe for Atmospheric and Lower Temperatures

  • ASTM A672 - EFW Pipe for High-Pressure Service


Common Carbon Steel Grades:

Grade

UNS

Yield Strength (MPa)

Tensile Strength (MPa)

Equivalent Standards

Gr. A

K02500

205

330

EN 10025 S235

Gr. B

K03000

240

415

EN 10025 S275

Gr. C

K03501

275

485

EN 10025 S355

Gr. 42

K03005

290

415

API 5L Gr. B

Gr. 55

K05500

380

515

-


2. Chemical Composition (% by weight)


Element

Gr. A

Gr. B

Gr. C

Gr. 55

Carbon (C)

≤ 0.22

≤ 0.26

≤ 0.27

≤ 0.30

Manganese (Mn)

0.90

1.20

1.20

1.30

Phosphorus (P)

≤ 0.03

≤ 0.03

≤ 0.03

≤ 0.03

Sulfur (S)

≤ 0.03

≤ 0.03

≤ 0.03

≤ 0.03

Silicon (Si)

0.15-0.40

0.15-0.40

0.15-0.40

0.15-0.40


3. Mechanical Properties


Grade

Yield Strength (MPa)

Tensile Strength (MPa)

Elongation (%)

Impact Test Temperature

Gr. A

≥ 205

330-550

≥ 25

-29°C (optional)

Gr. B

≥ 240

415-550

≥ 23

-29°C (optional)

Gr. C

≥ 275

485-620

≥ 21

-29°C (optional)

Gr. 55

≥ 380

515-655

≥ 19

-46°C (optional)


4. Physical Properties


Property

Typical Value

Test Standard

Density

7.85 g/cm³

ASTM E1266

Modulus of Elasticity

200 GPa

ASTM E111

Poisson's Ratio

0.30

-

Thermal Expansion Coefficient

11.7 × 10⁻⁶/°C

ASTM E228

Thermal Conductivity

51.9 W/m·K

ASTM E1225


5. Product Specifications


Parameter

Standard Range

Tolerance

Available Customization

Outer Diameter

406mm - 2540mm

±0.5%

323mm - 4000mm

Wall Thickness

6mm - 75mm

±10%

5mm - 100mm

Length

3m - 12.5m

+10mm/-0mm

Up to 18m

Straightness

≤ 1mm per meter

-

Tighter tolerances available

Ovality

≤ 1.0% of OD

-

≤ 0.5% (precision)


6. Manufacturing Process


Production Steps:

  • Plate rolling and forming

  • Automatic electric fusion welding

  • Weld seam heat treatment

  • Sizing and straightening

  • Non-destructive testing

  • Final inspection


Welding Process:


  • Automatic submerged arc welding (SAW)

  • Single or double seam welding

  • 100% weld penetration

  • Weld reinforcement: 0-3mm


7. Heat Treatment


Treatment Type

Temperature Range

Holding Time

Application

Stress Relieving

595-675°C

1 hour per 25mm thickness

All EFW pipes

Normalizing

890-940°C

As required

For improved properties

Post Weld Heat Treatment

595-675°C

Per code requirements

Critical applications


8. Testing & Inspection


Mandatory Tests:

  • Hydrostatic test

  • Non-destructive testing (RT/UT)

  • Visual inspection

  • Dimensional inspection

  • Mechanical properties test


Optional Tests:

  • Charpy V-notch impact test

  • Hardness test

  • Bend test

  • Macro examination

  • PMI verification



9. Applications


Industrial Applications:

  • Water Transmission: Municipal water supply systems

  • Oil & Gas: Pipeline systems, gathering lines

  • Power Generation: Condenser tubes, penstocks

  • Chemical Plants: Process piping

  • Structural Applications: Building columns, supports

  • Mining: Slurry transportation


Service Conditions:


  • Maximum temperature: 425°C

  • Pressure rating: As per design code

  • Corrosion allowance: As per service requirements


Quality Assurance:


  • ISO 9001 Quality Management System

  • API Monogram (if applicable)

  • Third-party inspection available

  • Complete traceability

  • Mill test certificates per EN 10204


Technical Advantages:


  • Cost-effective for large diameters

  • Consistent wall thickness

  • Excellent dimensional accuracy

  • Good weldability and formability

  • Reliable performance in various applications


All EFW pipes are manufactured and tested in accordance with relevant international standards and can be customized to meet specific project requirements.

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SURFACE CHARACTERISTIC SUMMARY OF MANUFACTURING METHOD APPLICATION
NO.1 Silvery white Hot rolled to specified thickness Do not need to have a glossy surface use
lackluster
NO.2D Silvery white After cold rolling, heat treatment and pickling are carried out General material, deep material
NO.2B Gloss is stronger than No.2D After No.2D treatment, the final light cold rolling is carried out through the polishing roller The general material
BA As bright as a sixpence No standard, but usually a bright annealed surface with high reflectivity. Building materials, kitchen utensils
NO.3 Rough lapping Grind with 100~200# (unit) strop tape Building materials, kitchen utensils
NO.4 Intermediate grinding Polished surface obtained by grinding with 150~180# strop abrasive tape Building materials, kitchen utensils
NO.240 Fine lapping Grinding with 240# strop abrasive tape kitchenware
NO.320 Very fine grinding Grinding was carried out with 320# strop abrasive tape kitchenware
NO.400 The luster is close to BA Use 400# polishing wheel to grind General timber, building timber, kitchen appliances
HL Hairline grinding Suitable particle material for hair stripe grinding (150~240#) with many grains Building, construction material
NO.7 It's close to mirror grinding Use a 600# rotary polishing wheel to grind For art or decoration
NO.8 Mirror ultrafinish The mirror is ground with a polishing wheel Reflector, for decoration

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