ASTM A53 GR.B pipe dimensions

ASTM A53 is a carbon steel alloy, used as structural steel or for low-pressure plumbing. The alloy specifications are set by ASTM International, in specification ASTM A53/A53M. 

A53 pipe comes in three types and two grades:
A53 Type F, which is longitudinally furnace butt welded or continuous welded (Grade A only);
A53 Type E, which is longitudinally electric resistance welded (Grades A and B);
A53 Type S, which is seamless pipe, produced by hot working, and possibly cold finishing, the steel (Grades A and B).

Chemical Requirements:

		Type S (seamless)			Type E			Type F
					(electric- resistance welded)			(furnace- welded pipe)
		Grade A	Grade B		Grade A	Grade B		Grade A
Carbon max. %		0.25	0.30*		0.25	0.30*		0.3
Manganese %		0.95	1.2		0.95	1.2		1.2
Phosphorous, max. %		0.05	0.05		0.05	0.05		0.05
Sulfur, max. %		0.045	0.045		0.045	0.045		0.045
Copper, max.%		0.40	0.40		0.40	0.40		0.4
Nickel, max. %		0.40	0.40		0.40	0.40		0.4
Chromium, max. %		0.40	0.40		0.40	0.40		0.4
Molybdenum, max. %		0.15	0.15		0.15	0.15		0.15
Vanadium, max. %		0.08	0.08		0.08	0.08		0.08

General Purpose Seamless Steel Tube ASTM A53 GR.B Specification:
1/4″-28″, 13.7-711.2mm

ASTM A53 pipe covers nominal (average) wall pipe for coiling, bending, flanging and other special purposes and is suitable for welding.
    
ASTM A53 Gr B pipe is the most common type of steel pipes used in structural and pressure applications. This type of pipes is extensively used in the manufacture of structural members, mechanical components, and other structural applications. The surface can be either hot-dipped or galvanized. The most common type of pipe is Grade A53, which is available in three diameters ranging from ½ inch to 6 inches. Grade B pipes are also available in nominal diameters up to 12 inches.

The most common strengths associated with ASTM A53 Gr B pipe are Grade B minimum wall thickness and Grade B, X42, X52, and X60. The standard lengths for pipes are 4, 5, and 8 feet, 10 and 20 feet, 21 feet, 26 feet,30 feet and 40 feet.
    
The dimensions for ASTM A53 Gr B pipe include 1/8" - 26" (Nominal size), Schedule 10 through XXH (extra heavy), with a minimum wall thickness of 0.120" and up to a maximum wall thickness of 1.000".
    
The most important dimension for a pipe is the inside diameter (ID) because this determines the amount of fluid or gas that can pass through the pipe. The outer diameter (OD) of the pipe is also important, since this determines the pipe’s ability to fit a certain fitting. The pipes standard weight is based on the steel’s minimum yield strength (MYS) and the wall thickness. The other dimensions for ASTM A53 Gr B pipe, including the outside diameter, the wall thickness, and the pipe’s weight, can all be calculated using formulas.

A53 pipe is intended for mechanical and pressure applications and is also acceptable for ordinary uses in steam, water, gas, and air lines.
    
ASTM A53 Gr B pipe  material’s strength and durability, combined with its corrosion resistance, make it a popular choice for use in commercial and residential projects. With its wide range of sizes and wall thicknesses, ASTM A53 Gr B pipe is an economical solution for both large and small projects.

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