API 5L X46N Seamless Steel Pipeline Steel Pipe:
API 5L X46N is a seamless steel pipeline steel pipe that is commonly used in the petroleum and natural gas industries. It is designed to transport fluids such as oil, gas, and water over long distances with high efficiency and reliability. The "N" in API 5L X46N indicates that it is a normalized-grade pipe, which undergoes a normalization process to enhance its mechanical properties.
Product Description:
API 5L X46N seamless steel pipeline steel pipes are manufactured from high-quality carbon steel. They have a seamless construction, ensuring excellent dimensional accuracy and smooth internal surfaces. These pipes are available in various sizes and thicknesses to meet the specific requirements of different projects.
Product Parameters:
Parameter | Value |
---|---|
Outer Diameter | 1/2" - 48" |
Wall Thickness | SCH 40 - SCH XXS |
Length | Random or Fixed |
Steel Grade | X46N |
Delivery Condition | Normalized |
Mechanical Properties:
Mechanical Property | Value |
---|---|
Yield Strength | ≥320 MPa |
Tensile Strength | ≥435 MPa |
Elongation | ≥28% |
Impact Toughness | See API 5L specification for details |
Chemical Composition:
Element | Content |
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Carbon (C) | ≤0.22% |
Silicon (Si) | ≤0.45% |
Manganese (Mn) | ≤1.40% |
Phosphorus (P) | ≤0.025% |
Sulfur (S) | ≤0.015% |
Chromium (Cr) | ≤0.30% |
Nickel (Ni) | ≤0.30% |
Copper (Cu) | ≤0.30% |
Molybdenum (Mo) | ≤0.08% |
Product Applications:
API 5L X46N seamless steel pipeline steel pipes find wide applications in the petroleum and natural gas industries, including:
Oil and Gas Transportation: These pipes are used for the transportation of crude oil, natural gas, and other petroleum products over long distances in pipelines.
Offshore and Onshore Projects: API 5L X46N pipes are employed in offshore drilling and production platforms, as well as onshore oil and gas fields.
Pipeline Infrastructure: They are utilized in the construction of pipeline networks for the transportation of energy resources, including oil, gas, and water.