Seamless Carbon Steel Tube ASTM A106 Grade a/B/C Hydrostatic Testing

• Customization: Available
• Application: Chemical Industry, Construction Industry, Oil and Gas Industry
• End Connection: as Per Client′s Design
• Model NO.: Seamless Carbon Steel Tube ASTM A106 Grade A/B/C
• Length: Custom Length
• Outer Diameter: Sch5s - Schxxs(1mm - 150mm)
• Wall Thickness: as Per Client′s Design
• Name: ASTM A106 Grade a/B/C Seamless Carbon Steel Tubes
• Steel Grade: Gradea, B, C
• Manufacturer: Seamless
• Process: Polished/Solution Treatment
• Condition: Hot Finished/Cold Finished
• End: Plain End/Bevel End
• Usage: Heat Transfer
• Test: BV, SGS Is Available
• Stock: Size Can Customized
• Processing: Customized
• Thickness: 1-150mm
• Used: Factory, Decoration, Food
• Packing: Standard Export Packing
• Delivery Time: 10-30 Working Days
• Size: 1/4"-4"
• Transport Package: Woven Bag/Wooden Case
• Specification: SCH 5S-SCH160
• Trademark: EZS
• Origin: China
• Production Capacity: 10, 000, 000 Kgs/Year

Product Description

Product Description

1. Basic Information

   Property	Details
   Standard	ASTM A106. This standard specifies the requirements for seamless carbon steel tubes for high - temperature service.
   Material	Carbon steel. It mainly consists of carbon and other elements like manganese, silicon, etc., which provide good mechanical properties.
   Types	There are three grades: Grade A, Grade B, and Grade C. Grade B is the most commonly used, offering a good balance of strength and ductility.

2. Mechanical Properties
   • Strength: ASTM A106 carbon steel tubes have relatively high strength. For example, Grade B has a minimum yield strength of 35,000 psi and a minimum tensile strength of 60,000 psi. This allows it to withstand high - pressure applications in various industries.
   • Ductility: These tubes also possess good ductility, with a minimum elongation of 30% for Grade B. This property enables the tubes to be easily formed and bent during installation and manufacturing processes without cracking.
3. Chemical Composition
   • Carbon: The carbon content in ASTM A106 carbon steel tubes is typically in the range of 0.10% - 0.30%. Carbon is a key element that affects the strength and hardness of the steel. A higher carbon content generally leads to increased strength but may reduce ductility.
   • Manganese: Manganese is present in the range of 0.29% - 1.06%. It helps to improve the strength and hardenability of the steel and also enhances its resistance to wear and abrasion.
   • Silicon: Silicon content is usually around 0.10% - 0.35%. It improves the strength and hardness of the steel and also plays a role in deoxidation during the manufacturing process.
4. Applications
   • Oil and Gas Industry: It is widely used in the oil and gas industry for transporting crude oil, natural gas, and other petroleum products. Its high strength and pressure - resistance make it suitable for handling the high - pressure fluids in pipelines.
   • Power Plants: In power plants, ASTM A106 carbon steel tubes are used for various applications such as in boilers, feedwater systems, and steam pipelines. They can withstand the high - temperature and high - pressure conditions in these systems.
   • Chemical Industry: The tubes are also employed in the chemical industry for transporting various chemicals and corrosive substances. With proper surface treatment, they can resist corrosion and ensure the safe transportation of chemicals.
5. Manufacturing Process
   • Seamless Manufacturing: Most ASTM A106 carbon steel tubes are produced by the seamless manufacturing process. This involves piercing a solid billet of steel and then expanding and shaping it into a tube. The seamless process results in a tube with a uniform structure and no weld seams, which enhances its strength and integrity.
   • Heat Treatment: After manufacturing, the tubes may undergo heat treatment processes such as annealing, normalizing, or quenching and tempering to improve their mechanical properties. Heat treatment can refine the grain structure of the steel, increase its strength, and improve its toughness.
6. Advantages
   • Cost - effectiveness: Carbon steel is relatively inexpensive compared to other alloys, making ASTM A106 carbon steel tubes a cost - effective choice for many applications.
   • Good Weldability: It has excellent weldability, which allows for easy joining of tubes during installation and manufacturing. This property reduces the cost and complexity of construction and maintenance.
   • Wide Availability: ASTM A106 carbon steel tubes are widely available in the market, with a large number of manufacturers and suppliers. This ensures easy access to the product for various industries.

 

 

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