Mechanical Tubes

Process of meachanical tubing

Cold drawn seamless mechanical tubing Tolerances

Diameter

Wall Thickness

Mechanical tubes are used for mechanical and light gauge structural applications.

Mechanical tubes are produced to meet specific end use requirements, specifications, tolerances and chemistries.

Tubing used for mechanical and light gauge structural applications. This allows for more specific property uniformity throughout the tube compared to standard pipe or tube. While Mechanical tube can be produced to standard specifications when requested, it is often produced to “typical” properties that focus mainly on the yield strength for a precise size and wall thickness. In some applications with severe forming, yield strength may not even be specified and the mechanical tube is produced to be “fit for use”. Mechanical tubing encompasses a wide range of both structural and non-structural applications.

At SunnySteel, we apply our metallurgical and production expertise to manufacture high-performance seamless mechanical tube products to meet your needs.

This includes carbon, alloy and even custom steel grades; annealed, normalized and tempered; stress relieved and stress free; and quench and tempered.

Seamless Steel Tubes for Mechanical and Automobile usage for Backbone of Automobile and rear axle tube, manufacturing and processing of precision equipments, instruments and apparatus.

Sunny Steel supply a 1/2 million foot inventory of carbon steel pressure tubing including boiler tubes, condenser tubes and heat exchanger tubes all made in the China.

Our carbon steel pressure tubing inventory is manufactured in accordance with ASME SA-178 A and/or ASME SA-214 in diameters of 3/4″ through 4”.

Application

Backbone of Automobile and rear axle tube
Manufacturing and processing of precision equipments, instruments and apparatus
Delivery Condition: GBK, BKS, BK, BKW, NBK

Inspection and Test

Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties, Visual and Dimension Test, NDT, Grain Size Test

Surface treatment

Oil-dip, Varnish, Shot Blasting

Size Range

Tubular products seamless mechanical tubing is furnished in both cold-drawn and hot finished form in a wide range of sizes, from 1.375″ to 7.750″ OD and from 0.188″ to 1.625″ wall thickness.

Minimum Quantities

• Hot-finished carbon and alloy—10,000 pounds, or 4,536 kilograms minimum.
• Cold-drawn carbon and alloy—5,000 pounds minimum or 125 feet minimum, 2,268 kilograms minimum or 38.1 meters minimum, whichever is greater.
• Quantity variation—standard ±10% of the ordered weight, or ±25 feet or 7.61 meters, whichever is greater.

Special Configurations

Tubular Products special seamless tubing configurations start with the highest quality steels. Grade, chemical analysis and surface condition are carefully considered, and production processes are tailored to achieve the best tubing for the end use.
The configurations are formed from round tube by cold drawing. The tube is drawn over a shaped mandrel or through a shaped die, or both. Improved tolerances, finishes and mechanical properties result.

Seamless and welded tubes for mechanical and general engineering applications. Tubes for construction and structural purposes such as civil structures, foundations, etc.

ASTM standards for Mechanical tubing

Mechanical Tubing vs. Structural Tubing

In the world of tubing, things can get a bit confusing. With many different types of tubing for different applications, terms and meanings can be a bit ambiguous. With this in mind, we’ve set out to explain the difference between structural tubing and mechanical tubing.

Mechanical Tubing

tubing used for mechanical and light gauge structural applications. Mechanical tube is produced to meet specific end use requirements, specifications, tolerances and chemistries. This allows for more specific property uniformity throughout the tube compared to standard pipe. While Mechanical tube can be produced to standard specifications when requested, it is often produced to “typical” properties that focus mainly on the yield strength for a particular size and wall thickness. In some applications with severe forming, yield strength may not even be specified and the Mechanical tube is produced to be “fit for use”.

Structural Tubing

tubing used for structural applications. Standard strength requirements of the tube help dictate applications for which certain tubing is most appropriate. Structural tube is often referred to as hollow structural sections or HSS.

Available shapes

Mechanical tubing encompasses a wide range of both structural and non-structural applications.

Applications

Specifications

Mechanical Tube

At Wheatland Tube, our mechanical tubing is manufactured to typical Mechanical tube properties or in accordance with ASTM A500 and A513 Types 1 and 2 specifications.

Our Mechanical tubing is not limited to these specifications and can be produced to specific customer requirements when appropriate.

Additionally, our in-line galvanized products comply with A1057 and A787 coating specifications and provide a synergistic triple-coat process for enhanced product life.

Structural Tube

While specifications will vary based on design (and from manufacturer to manufacturer), some common specifications of structural tubing include ASTM A500 Grade B and C, A847, A1065, and the recently approved ASTM A1085.

In both cases of “Structural” or “Mechanical” tubing, these products are ordered to a specific outside dimension (OD) and “gauge” or wall thickness. This varies from “pipe” products which are ordered based on inside dimensions (ID) and often pipe “schedules” that determine the wall thickness. Pipe and conduit products should not be used in structural applications as their strength properties may not be produced to standard structural specifications or meet specified engineering requirements.

What is a seamless pipe used for?

Seamless pipes are commonly used in various industries for different applications. Here are some of the main uses of seamless pipes:

1. Oil and Gas Industry: Seamless pipes are extensively used in the oil and gas industry for transporting fluids such as crude oil, natural gas, and petroleum products. They are capable of withstanding high-pressure and high-temperature conditions, making them suitable for oil and gas exploration, production, and transportation.
2. Petrochemical Industry: Seamless pipes find applications in the petrochemical industry for transporting chemicals, gases, and other hazardous substances. They are resistant to corrosion and can handle aggressive media, making them ideal for petrochemical plants and refineries.
3. Power Generation: Seamless pipes are used in power plants for various applications, including steam pipelines, boiler tubes, and turbine piping. They can withstand high temperatures and pressures, making them suitable for power generation through thermal and nuclear processes.
4. Automotive Industry: Seamless pipes are used in the automotive industry for manufacturing exhaust systems, fuel injection systems, and hydraulic lines. They provide excellent dimensional accuracy, strength, and resistance to corrosion, ensuring efficient and reliable performance in automotive applications.
5. Construction and Infrastructure: Seamless pipes are used in construction projects for various applications, including structural support, water supply systems, sewage systems, and underground pipelines. They offer high strength and durability, ensuring long-lasting and reliable infrastructure.
6. Mechanical and Engineering Applications: Seamless pipes are widely used in mechanical and engineering applications, such as machinery, equipment, and tool manufacturing. They are used for conveying fluids, gases, and solids in various industries, including manufacturing, aerospace, and defense.
7. Heat Exchangers and Boilers: Seamless pipes are utilized in heat exchangers and boilers for efficient heat transfer. They are suitable for carrying hot fluids and steam at high temperatures and pressures, making them essential components in industries such as power generation, chemical processing, and HVAC systems.

It's important to note that the above applications are just a few examples, and seamless pipes have a wide range of uses in many other industries and sectors where reliable and efficient fluid transportation is required.

Main products and application

Dimension tolerances of seamless steel pipe

Tolerances on out diameter

For pipe over 10 inches as a special OD tolerance pipe, the OD shall within vary +1% /-1%.

Tolerance on dimension

For standard pipe, except as provided for thin-wall pipe, the tolerances of diameter shall be in accordance with the following table:

Tolerances on wall thickness

The wall thickness at any point shall be within the below tolerance table.

Available size range

Table 1, size for cold-drawn or cold rolled tube (Unit:mm)

Note:

1. The size in the table above is for the cold-drawn or cold-rolled tubes.
2. The size of the green area is the regular specification, we can accept orders directly, but the yellow area shall be subject to a technical evaluation.
3. The Out side diameter (O.D) and wall thickness (W.T.) of the tube should be complied.

At the request of the purchaser and specified in the purchase order, the steel tubes with other O.D. and W.T. can be produced after the review.

Size for hot-rolled tube (31.8-180mm)

(Unit:mm)

Size for hot-rolled tube (OD.:200-457mm)

(Unit:mm)

What is 10MnDG?

10MnDG is a type of seamless steel pipe that belongs to the family of high-pressure boiler tubes. It is a low-alloy steel pipe with a chemical composition that includes carbon (C), silicon (Si), manganese (Mn), phosphorus (P), sulfur (S), and other trace elements.

The chemical composition of 10MnDG typically includes:

• Carbon (C): 0.08-0.13%
• Silicon (Si): 0.17-0.37%
• Manganese (Mn): 0.70-1.00%
• Phosphorus (P): ≤0.025%
• Sulfur (S): ≤0.015%
• Other trace elements such as chromium (Cr) and nickel (Ni)

10MnDG seamless steel pipe is mainly used in the manufacture of high-pressure and ultra-high-pressure boilers and pressure vessels. The pipes are designed to withstand high-pressure and high-temperature environments, making them suitable for use in applications such as power generation, chemical processing, and oil and gas refining.

10MnDG is a reliable material with excellent mechanical properties, including high strength, toughness, and resistance to creep deformation at high temperatures. These characteristics make it an ideal choice for use in critical applications where performance and reliability are essential.

Overall, 10MnDG seamless steel pipe is an important component of industrial piping systems, providing safe and efficient means for transporting fluids at high pressures and temperatures.

What is 16MnDG?

16MnDG is a type of seamless steel pipe that is commonly used in the manufacturing of high-pressure vessels and boilers. It belongs to the family of low-alloy steels and has a chemical composition that includes carbon, silicon, manganese, phosphorus, sulfur, and other trace elements.

The chemical composition of 16MnDG typically includes:

• Carbon (C): 0.12-0.18%
• Silicon (Si): 0.17-0.37%
• Manganese (Mn): 1.20-1.60%
• Phosphorus (P): ≤0.025%
• Sulfur (S): ≤0.015%
• Other trace elements such as chromium (Cr) and nickel (Ni)

16MnDG seamless steel pipe has good mechanical properties, including high strength, toughness, and resistance to creep deformation at high temperatures. These characteristics make it an excellent choice for use in high-pressure and high-temperature environments, such as in the manufacture of boilers, pressure vessels, and other equipment used in power generation and chemical processing industries.

The seamless nature of 16MnDG pipes ensures uniformity and consistency in their structure, which makes them less prone to defects or failures. This enhances their reliability and safety, providing a secure means for transporting fluids at high pressures and temperatures.

Overall, 16MnDG seamless steel pipe is an important component of industrial piping systems, providing a reliable and efficient means for transporting fluids in harsh and demanding environments.

What is 09DG?

09DG is a type of seamless steel pipe that belongs to the family of high-temperature and pressure-resistant steel pipes. It has a chemical composition that includes carbon, silicon, manganese, phosphorus, sulfur, and other trace elements.

The chemical composition of 09DG typically includes:

• Carbon (C): 0.07-0.12%
• Silicon (Si): 0.17-0.37%
• Manganese (Mn): 0.40-0.70%
• Phosphorus (P): ≤0.025%
• Sulfur (S): ≤0.015%
• Other trace elements such as chromium (Cr) and nickel (Ni)

09DG seamless steel pipe is designed to withstand high-temperature and high-pressure conditions, making it suitable for use in the manufacture of boilers, heat exchangers, and other equipment used in the power generation and chemical processing industries.

The seamless nature of 09DG pipes ensures that they have a homogeneous and consistent structure, which reduces the likelihood of defects or failures. This enhances their safety and reliability, providing a secure means for transporting fluids under high pressures and temperatures.

09DG seamless steel pipe has excellent mechanical properties, including high strength, good toughness, and resistance to creep deformation at high temperatures. These characteristics make it an ideal material for use in critical applications where performance and reliability are essential.

Overall, 09DG seamless steel pipe is an important component of industrial piping systems, providing a reliable and efficient means for transporting fluids at high pressures and temperatures.

Pickling phosphating tube

A pickling phosphating tube is a type of treated steel tube that undergoes a specific chemical process known as pickling and phosphating.

This process is often used to prepare the surface of steel or iron materials for painting, coating, or other finishing procedures.

Materials

Carbon Steel: 10#, 20#, 35#, 45#, S45C, 55#, Q235B, Q235C, Q345D, CF53, A105

Alloy Steel: 16Mn (Q345B), 20Cr, 40Cr, 15CrMo, 20CrMo, 28CrMo, 30CrMo, 35CrMo, 42CrMo, 4130, 4140, 20CrMnTi, 40MnMoV, 20Mn2, 37Mn5, ZF6, 16MnCr5, 20MnCr5, 36Mn2V, 38Mn2V, 20Mn2, 65Mn, 15Mo3

Other: Acid Pickling and Phosphating Pipe, Special Materials Available for Customization.

Application

Alloy steel pipes are ideally suitable for chemical, petrochemicals, and other energy-related applications.

The alloy steel pipe adopts high quality carbon steel, alloy structural steel and stainless & heat resisting steel as raw material through hot rolling or cold drawn to be made.

Alloy steel can be used in process area where carbon steel has limitation such as

• High-temperature services such as heater tubes
• Low-temperature services such as cryogenic application
• Very high presser service such as steam header

As an important element of steel products, alloy steel pipe can be divided into seamless steel pipe and welded steel pipe according to the manufacturing technique and tube billet shape.

Here you can see the common alloy steel grade that you will come across.

• For Pipes: ASTM A335 Gr P1, P5, P11, P9
• For Wrought Fittings: ASTM A234 Gr.WP5, WP9, WP11
• For Forged Fittings: ASTM A182 F5, F9, F11 etc.

Why the application of alloy steel pipe is wider than others

There are many kinds of materials used for transport in industrial production. Specifically we will have more choices and it is not limited to the use of alloy steel pipe. But even in the face of more choices, many people tend to choose alloy steel pipe. People make their own choices will have their own reasons. This means the alloy steel pipe application has its own advantages. Compared with transmission lines made of other materials, after it meets the basic application requirements, its quantity is lighter. Then in the practical application of alloy steel pipe, it will have more advantages because of this. Besides its physical characteristic advantage, it also has economic advantages. The wide application of alloy steel pipe is with kinds of reasons. So in practical usage, we can exploit the advantages to the full, in this way can we get more profits in these applications of alloy steel pipe.

What requirements should alloy steel pipe application meet

The transportation of kinds of gases or liquids in production needs to rely on alloy steel pipe. This shows that the actual role of alloy steel pipe application is important. High temperature resistant and low temperature resistant is the tolerance of temperature. In the practical application of alloy steel pipe, there will be many materials need to be transported. However their temperatures are not the same. So this can be the basic requirement to alloy steel pipe. It needs more corrosion resistance. Corrosion resistant material is the best material during transporting, because it is corrosion resistant. So it can be used in more occasions. And it is definitely very convenient for users.

The biggest advantages of alloy steel pipe

Can be 100% recycled, environmentally friendly, energy-saving, resource conservation, national strategy, national policy to encourage the expansion of the field of application of high-pressure alloy pipe. Of alloy steel pipe total consumption accounted steel in the proportion is only half of the developed countries, to expand the field of use of the alloy steel pipe to provide a wider space for the development of the industry. The future needs of the average annual growth of China’s high-pressure alloy steel pipe long products up to 10-12%.

Specification, standard and identification of alloy steel pipes

Alloy Steel pipe contains substantial quantities of elements other than carbon such as nickel, chromium, silicon, manganese, tungsten, molybdenum, vanadium and limited amounts of other commonly accepted elements such as manganese, sulfur, silicon, and phosphorous.

Industries We Serve

Our team of experienced sales specialists proudly partners with gas and chemical processors, power generation plants, oil refineries, and related industries to offer piping components and value-added services.

The biggest advantages of alloy steel pipe can be 100% recycled, environmentally friendly, energy-saving, resource conservation, national strategy, national policy to encourage the expansion of the field of application of high-pressure alloy pipe. Of alloy tube total consumption accounted steel in the proportion is only half of the developed countries, to expand the field of use of the alloy tube to provide a wider space for the development of the industry. According to the Chinese Special Steel Association alloy pipe Branch Expert Group, the future needs of the average annual growth of China’s high-pressure alloy pipe long products up to 10-12%.

Inspection

Chemical composition inspection, mechanical properties test(tensile strength,yield strength, elongation, flaring, flattening, bending, hardness, impact test), surface and dimension test,no-destructive test, hydrostatic test.

PMI

identification of the chemical composition of the metal used to manufacture the fitting. Uses PMI sensors, including X-ray fluorescence or optical emission spectrometry.

Size measurement

Seamless pipes with compound bevels as per ASME B16-25 And ASTM A333

Delivery

Steel pipe delivery status(condition)

Steel pipe delivery status(condition): cold / hard (BK), cold / soft (BKW), after cold stress relief annealing (BKS), annealing (GBK), normalized (NBK).

Condition on delivery of steel pipe

The general cold strip mills, volume should go through continuous annealing (CAPL unit) to eliminate cold hardening and rolling stress, or batch annealing reach the mechanical properties of the corresponding standard specifies. Cold rolled steel surface quality, appearance, dimensional accuracy better than hot-rolled plate, and right-rolled thin product thickness is about 0.18mm, so the majority of users favor.

Cold rolled steel coil substrate products deep processing of high value-added products. Such as electro-galvanized, hot dip galvanized, electro-galvanized fingerprint resistant, painted steel roll damping composite steel, PVC laminating steel plates, etc., so that the excellent quality of these products has a beautiful, high resistance to corrosion, has been widely used.

Cold rolled steel coil finishing after annealing, cut the head, tail, trimming, flattening, smooth, heavy volume, or longitudinal clipboard. Cold-rolled products are widely used in automobile manufacturing, household electrical appliances, instruments, switches, buildings, office furniture and other industries. Steel plate strapping package weight of 3 to 5 tons. Flat sub-volume typically 3 to 10 tons / volume. Coil diameter 6m.

Packing

Bare packing/bundle packing/crate packing/wooden protection at the both sides of tubes and suitably protected for sea-worthly delivery or as requested.

There are probably hundreds of different methods for packing a pipe, and most of them have merit, but there are two principles that are vital for any method to work prevent rusting and Sea transportation security.

• Plastic caps plugged at the two sides of pipe ends
• Should be avoided by the steel strapping and transport damage
• Bundled signs should be uniform and consistent
• The same bundle(batch) of steel pipe should be came from the same furnace.
• The steel pipe has the same furnace number, the same steel grade, the same specifications.

Our packing can meet any needs of the customers.

Placing steel pipes into containers

Q&A

Our team of experienced sales specialists proudly partners with gas and chemical processors, power generation plants, oil refineries, and related industries to offer piping components and value-added services.

The most important and desired changes in alloy steel are

Alloy steels are made by combining carbon steel with one or several alloying elements, such as manganese, silicon, nickel, titanium, copper, chromium and aluminum. These metals are added to produce specific properties that are not found in regular carbon steel. The elements are added in varying proportions (or combinations) making the material take on different aspects such as increased hardness, increased corrosion resistance, increased strength, improved formability (ductility); the weldability can also change.

• Increased hardenability.
• Increased corrosion resistance.
• Retention of hardness and strength.
• Nearly all alloy steels require heat treatment in order to bring out their best properties.

Alloying Elements & Their Effects

• Chromium – Adds hardness. Increased toughness and wear resistance.
• Cobalt – Used in making cutting tools; improved Hot Hardness (or Red Hardness).
• Manganese – Increases surface hardness. Improves resistance to strain, hammering & shocks.
• Molybdenum – Increases strength. Improves resistance to shock and heat.
• Nickel – Increases strength & toughness. Improves corrosion resistance.
• Tungsten – Adds hardness and improves grain structure. Provides improved heat resistance.
• Vanadium – Increases strength, toughness and shock resistance. Improved corrosion resistance.
• Chromium-Vanadium – Greatly improved tensile strength. It is hard but easy to bend and cut.

Pipes, Tubes and Hollow Sections

Norms

• API 5L – Line Pipe
• ASTM A 53 – Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless, Steel Pipe
• ASTM A 106 – Seamless Carbon Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Service
• ASTM A 213 – Seamless Ferritic and Austenitic Alloy-Steel Boiler, Superheater, and Heat-Exchanger Tubes
• ASTM A 269 – Seamless and Welded Austenitic Stainless Steel Tubing for General Service
• ASTM A 312 – Seamless, Welded, and Heavily Cold Worked Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipes
• ASTM A 333 – Seamless and Welded Steel Pipe for Low-Temperature Service
• ASTM A 335 – Seamless Ferritic Alloy-Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Service
• ASTM A 358 – Electric-Fusion-Welded Austenitic Chromium-Nickel Stainless Steel Pipe for High-Temperature Service and General Applications
• ASTM A 671 – Electric-Fusion-Welded Steel Pipe for Atmospheric and Lower Temperatures
• ASTM A 672 – Electric-Fusion-Welded Steel Pipe for High-Pressure Service at Moderate Temperatures
• ASTM A 790 – Seamless and Welded Ferritic/Austenitic Stainless Steel Pipe
• ASTM A 928 – Ferritic/Austenitic (Duplex) Stainless Steel Pipe Electric Fusion Welded with Addition of Filler Metal
• EN 10208-2 – Steel pipes for pipelines for combustible fluids – Part 2: Pipes of requirement class B
• EN 10210-1/2 – Hot finished structural hollow sections of non-alloy and fine grain steels
• EN 10216-1 – Seamless steel tubes for pressure purposes – Part 1: Non-alloy steel tubes with specified room temperature properties
• EN 10216-2 – Seamless steel tubes for pressure purposes – Part 2: Non-alloy and alloy steel tubes with specified elevated temperature properties
• EN 10217-1 – Welded steel tubes for pressure purposes – Part 1: Non-alloy steel tubes with specified room temperature properties
• EN 10217-2 – Welded steel tubes for pressure purposes – Part 2: Electric welded non-alloy and alloy steel tubes with specified elevated temperature properties
• EN 10219-1/2 – Cold formed welded structural hollow sections of non-alloy and fine grain steels
• EN 10297-1 – Seamless circular steel tubes for mechanical and general engineering purposes – Part 1 Non-alloy and alloy steel tubes

Grade

• API 5L Gr. A, B, X42, X52, X60, X65, X70
• ASTM A 53 Gr. A, Gr. B
• ASTM A106 Gr. A, B, C
• ASTM A 213 TP 304, 304L, 304H, 316, 316L, 316H, 321, 321H, T5, T9, T11
• ASTM A 269 TP 304, 304L, 304H, 316, 316L, 316H, 321, 321H
• ASTM A 312 TP 304, 304L, 304H, 316, 316L, 316H, 321, 321H
• ASTM A 333 Gr. 3, Gr. 6 ASTM A 335 P1, P2, P5, P9, P11, P12, P22, P91, P92
• ASTM A 358 TP 304, 304L, 304H, 316, 316L, 316H, 321, 321H
• ASTM A 671 CC 60, CC 65, CC 70
• ASTM A 672 CC 60, CC 65, CC 70
• ASTM 790 UNS S31803, UNS S32205, UNS S32750, UNS S32760
• ASTM A928
• EN 10208-2 L245, L 290, L360
• EN 10210-1 S235 JRH, S275 JOH, S275 J2H, S355 JOH, S355 J2H
• EN 10216-1 P235 TR1/2
• EN 10216-2 P235 GH, P265 GH
• EN 10217-1 P235 TR1/2, P275 TR1/2
• EN 10217-2 P235 GH, P265 GH
• EN 10219-1 S235 JRH, S275 JOH, S275 J2H, S355 JOH, S355 J2H
• EN 10297-1 E235, E275, E315, E355, E470