The Benefits of Using Carbon Steel Pipe in Various Industries

Carbon Steel Pipe is a versatile and widely used Material in various industries. Its durability, strength, and affordability make it a popular choice for many applications. In this article, we will explore the benefits of using carbon steel pipe in different industries. One of the main advantages of carbon steel pipe is its strength. It is known for its high tensile strength, which means it can withstand heavy loads and pressure. This makes it ideal for applications that require a strong and durable material, such as Construction, Oil and Gas, and automotive industries. In addition to its strength, carbon steel pipe is also highly resistant to corrosion. It has a protective oxide layer that forms on its surface, preventing rust and corrosion from damaging the pipe. This makes it suitable for applications in harsh environments, such as marine and offshore industries. Another benefit of carbon steel pipe is its affordability. Compared to other materials like Stainless Steel or copper, carbon steel is more cost-effective. This makes it a preferred choice for industries that require large quantities of pipe, such as water supply, sewage systems, and irrigation.

Chemical Composition, Mass Fraction (%) | ||||||||||||||
grade | C | Mn | Mo | Cr | Ni | Cu | P | S | Si | |||||
Type | min | max | min | max | min | max | min | max | max | max | max | max | max | |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
H40 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 0.03 | — |
J55 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 0.03 | — |
K55 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 0.03 | — |
N80 | 1 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 0.03 | 0.03 | — |
N80 | Q | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 0.03 | 0.03 | — |
R95 | — | — | 0.45 c | — | 1.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.45 |
l80 | 1 | — | 0.43 a | — | 1.9 | — | — | — | — | 0.25 | 0.35 | 0.03 | 0.03 | 0.45 |
L80 | 9Cr | — | 0.15 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 8 | 10 | 0.5 | 0.25 | 0.02 | 0.03 | 1 |
L80 | 13Cr | 0.15 | 0.22 | 0.25 | 1 | — | — | 12 | 14 | 0.5 | 0.25 | 0.02 | 0.03 | 1 |
C90 | 1 | — | 0.35 | — | 1.2 | 0.25 b | 0.85 | — | 1.5 | 0.99 | — | 0.02 | 0.03 | — |
T95 | 1 | — | 0.35 | — | 1.2 | 0.25 b | 0.85 | 0.4 | 1.5 | 0.99 | — | 0.02 | 0.03 | — |
C110 | — | — | 0.35 | — | 1.2 | 0.25 | 1 | 0.4 | 1.5 | 0.99 | — | 0.02 | 0.03 | — |
P110 | e | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 0.030 e | 0.030 e | — |
Q125 | 1 | — | 0.35 | 1.35 | — | 0.85 | — | 1.5 | 0.99 | — | 0.02 | 0.01 | — | |
NOTE Elements shown shall be reported in product analysis. | ||||||||||||||
a The carbon content for L80 may be increased up to 0.50 % maximum if the product is oil-quenched or polymer-quenched. | ||||||||||||||
b The molybdenum content for Grade C90 Type 1 has no minimum tolerance if the Wall thickness is less than 17.78 mm. | ||||||||||||||
c The carbon content for R95 may be increased up to 0.55 % maximum if the product is oil-quenched. | ||||||||||||||
d The molybdenum content for T95 Type 1 may be decreased to 0.15 % minimum if the wall thickness is less than 17.78 mm. | ||||||||||||||
e For EW Grade P110, the phosphorus content shall be 0.020 % maximum and the sulfur content 0.010 % maximum. |