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Details about ASTM A106 Gr. B pipeline

Chemical Composition and Mechanical Properties of A106 Grade B Pipes

A106 Grade B pipes have specific chemical and mechanical properties.

Chemical Composition:

Element Maximum Percentage
Carbon 0.30%
Manganese 0.29-1.06%
Phosphorus 0.035%
Sulfur 0.035%
Silicon 0.10% min

Mechanical Properties:

Property Value
Tensile Strength (min) 60,000 psi (415 MPa)
Yield Strength (min) 35,000 psi (240 MPa)
Elongation (min) 30%

Applications and Industries Using A106 Grade B Pipelines

A106 Grade B pipes are widely used in various industries:

  1. Oil and gas transmission pipelines
  2. Petrochemical plants
  3. Power generation facilities
  4. High-pressure steam lines
  5. Boiler systems
  6. Chemical processing plants
  7. Refineries
  8. Food and beverage industry
  9. Hydraulics and mining
  10. Construction and structural applications

Manufacturing Process and Available Forms

A106 Grade B pipes are manufactured as seamless pipes through hot rolling or cold drawing processes. They are available in:

  • Sizes: 1/2″ NB to 36″ NB
  • Wall Thickness: Schedule 20 to Schedule XXS
  • Lengths: 5 to 7 meters (single random), 9 to 13 meters (double random)
  • Ends: Plain end, beveled end, threaded

Comparison of A106 Grade B with Other Grades

Property A106 Grade A A106 Grade B A106 Grade C
Tensile Strength (min) 48,000 psi 60,000 psi 70,000 psi
Yield Strength (min) 30,000 psi 35,000 psi 40,000 psi

A106 Grade B offers a balance between strength and cost-effectiveness, making it the most commonly used grade in the A106 series.

Quality Standards and Testing for A106 Grade B Pipes

A106 Grade B pipes adhere to ASTM A106 / ASME SA106 standards and undergo various tests:

  1. Tensile strength testing
  2. Chemical composition analysis
  3. Hydrostatic testing
  4. Non-destructive testing

At HL Steel Company, we ensure that all our A106 Grade B pipelines meet or exceed these quality standards, providing our customers with reliable and high-performance products for their diverse industrial needs.

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