Carbon Steel API X52 5L PSL 1 Pipes are robust line pipes designed for the transportation of oil, gas, and various fluids in both onshore and offshore pipeline systems. Shalan Steel, a reputable manufacturer and supplier located in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, provides top-notch API X52 PSL 1 pipes that adhere to the standards set by the American Petroleum Institute. These pipes are a popular choice throughout Malaysia and Southeast Asia, thanks to their reliable performance, affordability, and versatility across a range of industrial applications.
API 5L X52 PSL 1 pipes boast a minimum yield strength of 360 MPa and a tensile strength that falls between 460 and 760 MPa. The PSL 1 (Product Specification Level 1) sets forth essential requirements for chemical composition, mechanical properties, and testing. While it’s not as rigorous as PSL 2, PSL 1 still guarantees adequate strength, weldability, and toughness for typical pipeline uses. The X52 grade steel strikes a great balance between strength and formability, making it perfect for transporting fluids under moderate pressure.
| Grade of material | X52 / L390 (N, M, Q, R) |
| X52 Steel LSAW / DSAW | 16’OD TO 54″ OD (8 MM TO 50 MM THK) |
| Standard | ISO 3183 L390/ API 5L X52 |
| API 5L X52 Seamless Pipe (OD) | 21.3 – 660mm ( Inch 1/2” – 26”) |
| X52 SAW | 16″ – 100″ NB |
| API 5L X52 PSL1 ERW and HFW | 1/2” NB – 24” NB |
| API 5L X52 PSL1 Pipe end | Square Cut, Chamfering, Grooved, Buttweld, Thread Cutting, Squared Ends, Deburring, Flanged Ends, Beveled End (BE), Socket, Cut Grooves, Vibrator Grinding, Coupling, Plain end (PE), Threaded Ends (Male & Female), Pub Joints, Screwed |
| Origin of X52 material | European, Chinese, Africa, Gulf, Asian, Malaysia, Russian, American, Japan, Ukraine, Japanese, Indian, USA, Latin-American, Korean, |
| API 5L X52 Wall Thickness | SCH-STD, SCH160, SCH-XXS, SCH40, SCH-XS, SCH80 |
| Equivalent Standards | JIS, ANSI, EN, DIN, IS, UNI, ISO, AWWA, SS, AISI, NFA, BS, GOST, SA, KS, API, C ASTM, SAE, GB, |
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| Coating for API 5L X52 Line Pipe | Galvanized, 3PP, Varnished, 3LPE, lined pipe, Black Painting, 3PE, CRA clad, FBE, Anti-Rust Oil |
| Carbon Steel Steel Grade | Mass fraction, % based on heat and product analyses a,g | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | Mn | P | S | V | Nb | Ti | |
| max b | max b | max | max | max | max | max | |
| X52 | 0.28 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 0.3 | d | d | d |
| Pipe Grade | Tensile Properties – Pipe Body of SMLS and Welded Pipes PSL 1 | Seam of Welded Pipe | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yield Strength a | Tensile Strength a | Elongation | Tensile Strength b | |
| Rt0,5 PSI Min | Rm PSI Min | (in 2in Af % min) | Rm PSI Min | |
| X52 | 52,200 | 66,700 | c | 66,700 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| API 5L X52 Pipe types | API 5L X52 Pipe Size (mm) | Tolerances | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot rolled API 5L X52 Seamless Pipe | OD | <50 | ±0.50mm |
| ≥50 | ±1% | ||
| WT | <4 | ±12.5% | |
| ≥4~20 | +15%, -12.5% | ||
| >20 | ±12.5% | ||
| Cold drawn API 5L X52 Seamless Pipe | OD | 6~10 | ±0.20mm |
| 10~30 | ±0.40mm | ||
| 30~50 | ±0.45 | ||
| >50 | ±1% | ||
| WT | <1 | ±0.15mm | |
| >1~3 | + 15%, – 10% | ||
| >3 | + 12.5%, – 10% | ||
These Carbon Steel API X52 5L PSL 1 Pipes are frequently utilized in crude oil and natural gas pipelines, water transport lines, and structural applications within the petrochemical and energy industries. They come in both welded and seamless formats, known for their straightforward installation, excellent weldability, and long-lasting durability. API X52 PSL 1 pipes offer a cost-effective and reliable solution for mid-grade pipeline projects that demand consistent quality and strength.
Carbon Steel API X52 5L PSL 1 Pipes are mainly used to carry oil, gas and water in pipeline systems. They are very strong and last a long time, making them perfect for moving fluids under high pressure. Carbon Steel API X52 5L PSL 1 Pipes are commonly used in both land and sea pipeline projects for oil and gas exploration, water distribution and other construction-related applications. These pipes are crucial in industries such as oil and gas, petrochemical, water treatment and power generation due to their strength and durability. Their ability to withstand high-pressure environments and harsh conditions makes them ideal for long-distance fluid transportation, ensuring reliability and performance in critical infrastructure projects.
Shalan Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Kuala lumpur, Malaysia.
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