ASTM A53 Grade B is the most widely specified carbon steel pipe. Available in both seamless (Type S) and electric resistance welded (Type E) formats, it delivers reliable mechanical properties, excellent weldability, and proven performance across pressure, mechanical, and structural applications.
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ASTM A53 Grade B is the most widely specified carbon steel pipe. Available in both seamless (Type S) and electric resistance welded (Type E) formats, it delivers reliable mechanical properties, excellent weldability, and proven performance across pressure, mechanical, and structural applications.
Key Features:
1) Available in both seamless and welded formats
2) Enhanced by nickel and copper additions; galvanized option available
3) Excellent for field welding with standard procedures, suitable for coiling, bending, and flanging
4) Seamless pipe often meets both ASTM A53 and A106 Grade B requirements
ASTM A53 Chemical Composition & Mechanical Property:
Grade | Chemical Composition, max, % | ||||||||
C | Mn | P | S | Cu | Ni | Cr | Mo | V | |
Type S—Seamless Pipe | |||||||||
A | 0.25 | 0.95 | 0.05 | 0.045 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.15 | 0.08 |
B | 0.30 | 1.20 | 0.05 | 0.045 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.15 | 0.08 |
Type E—Electric-resistance-welded Pipe | |||||||||
A | 0.25 | 0.95 | 0.05 | 0.045 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.15 | 0.08 |
B | 0.30 | 1.20 | 0.05 | 0.045 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.15 | 0.08 |
Type F—Furnace-butt-welded Pipe | |||||||||
A & B | 0.30 | 1.20 | 0.05 | 0.045 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.40 | 0.15 | 0.08 |
Tensile Requirements | ||
Grade | Yield Strength (min) | Tensile Strength (min) |
Grade A | 205 (30,000) | 330 (48,000) |
Grade B | 240 (35,000) | 415 (60,000) |
General information:
Standard: ASTM A53
Grade: A, B
Seamless: OD: 21.3-609.6mm; WT: Schedule 10, 40, STD, XS, to XXS; L: SRL / DRL / Cut to length
Welded: OD: 21.3-660.4mm; WT: Schedule 10, 40, STD, XS, to XXS; L: SRL / DRL / Cut to length
Ends:
1) Beveled / Butt welded, the angle of the bevel shall be 30° with a tolerance of +5° 0°, and the width of the root face of the bevel shall be 1 .6 mm (0.063 in.), with a tolerance of ± 0.8 mm (0.031 in).
2) Plain or straight ends.
3) Threaded ends according to API Spec. 5B.
Available Coating: Bared, black painted (mill varnish), anti-corrosion coating, or metallic cladding.
Package: Hexagonal bundled with steel strips if pipe with OD≤219.08mm, loose packing if the pipe OD>219.08mm, each bundle will not exceed 3tons.
Shipment: Land transportation by truck or train, sea transportation by container shipment or bulk vessel.
Our advantage:
Flexible Project Customization
We provide tailored manufacturing solutions to meet diverse project requirements, including customized outer diameter, wall thickness, and length specifications. In addition, we offer precision end preparation and a full range of anti-corrosion coating options to ensure optimal performance in various operating environments. This flexibility enables us to deliver line pipe solutions that align seamlessly with your technical and application needs.
Fast & Reliable Lead Time
With strong mill partnerships and readily available inventory resources, we are able to shorten production cycles and respond quickly to urgent project demands. Our integrated supply network ensures stable material availability, efficient scheduling, and on-time delivery — helping clients keep their projects on track without delay.
Advanced Technical & Quality Assurance
Equipped with our own metallurgical laboratories and supported by trusted third-party inspection agencies, we ensure every line pipe meets international standards and project specifications. Comprehensive testing and verification guarantee consistent mechanical properties, chemical composition, and coating integrity, providing clients with reliable, high-quality pipeline solutions.
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