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API 5L X65 Pipes Specification

Thread Type
NPT, BSP or as customer requirement

Temperature Range
-45C to 120C

Tensile Strength
570 MPa (min)

Flexibility
Standard (Not Flexible)

Bend Radius
As per API Spec or Custom/Job Requirement

Diameter
As per Ordering Specification (OD Range: 21.3 mm 813 mm)

Tolerance
0.75% or as per API 5L standard

Connection Type
Welded or Threaded

Sealing Type
Butt Welded, Threaded Coupling, Gasket as per fitting

Yield Strength
450 MPa (min)

Coating Type
3LPE, FBE, Bare, Painted, Varnished

Product Type
Seamless & Welded Pipe

Material
Carbon Steel

Connection
Plain End, Beveled End, Threaded

Shape
Round

Standard
API 5L

Surface Treatment
Black Painted, Bare, 3LPE/3LPP Coated, FBE Coated, Anti-corrosion Oil

Outer Diameter
21.3 mm 813 mm

Section Shape
Circular

Length
6 m, 12 m, or Custom Length

Thickness
3 mm to 30 mm or as specified

Color
Black/Grey or Custom

Usage
Oil & Gas Transmission, Pipeline

Rated Pressure
As per API 5L and operation specification

Application
Oil & Gas, Water, Petrochemical, Power, Structural

Material Grade
X65

About API 5L X65 Pipes

What Are Specification API 5L X65 Pipes?

Product Specification Level (PSL)	API 5L X65 PSL 2 API 5L X65 PSL 1
X46 Grade PSL2 Pipe Standard	API 5L X65 (Specification for API 5L Grade X46 PSL1 Line Pipe - ANSI/API specification 5L - 44th Edition, October 1, 2007)
5L X46 Steel Pipe Sizes	Nominal API 5L Grade X46 PSL1 Pipe Size 1/2" to 48 " O.D. API 5L X65 Pipes Wall Thickness - Schedule 10 through 160, STD, XS, XXS.
X46 Carbon Steel Pipe Origin	Indian Origin, Japanese Origin, Korean Origin, European Origin, US Origin, Ukraine Origin, Russian Origin
Grade X46 Pipe Thickness	SCH 5, SCH10, SCH 40, SCH 80, SCH 80S, SCH 160, SCH XS, SCH XXS, All API 5L X65 Pipes Wall Thickness available in stock
X46 PSL1 Pipe Type	Seamless / ERW / Welded / Fabricated / CDW
X46 PSL2 Pipe End	Plain, Bevel, Screwed, Threaded
L320 X46 Pipe Length	Single Random, Double Random & Required Length, Custom Size - 12 Meter lengths
Testing and Inspection Reports	EN 10204 3.1, Mill TC EN 10204 3.1, Visual Inspection Reports, Third Party Inspection Reports, Destructive Test Report, PMI Test Reports, Non Destructive Test Reports, NABL Approved Lab, Chemical and Mechanical Reports, India Boiler Regulations (IBR) Test Certificate
X46 Grade PSL1 Pipe Packing	API 5L X65 Gr B Pipe Packed in Wooden Boxes, Plastic Bags, Steel Strips Bundled, or as per Customers Requests
API 5L Gr X46 Pipe Finishes	Bare, Oiled, Mill Varnish, Galv, FBE, FBE Dual, 3LPE, 3LPP, Coal Tar, Concrete Coating and Tape Wrap HIC Tested X46 Pipe API 5L X65 PSL1 Pipe End Finishes: Beveled, Square Cut, Threaded & Coupled.
Steel X46 Pipe Application & uses	Grade X46 PSL2 Pipe Suitable for Conveying gas, water, oil, and other liquefied media in Oil Refineries, Petrochemicals, Steel, Sugar, Boiler Equipments, Pressure Vessels, Power Generation (Nuclear/Thermal) and General Engineering Purposes
Other manufacturers of API 5L Gr X46 Seamless steel pipe	MSL, JSL, ISMT, USL, BAO, Lontrin, SMTM, TNRS, V&M and Wuxi
BS EN 10208-2:2009	X46 Grade PSL1 pipelines for combustible fluids. Suitable to use in maximum operating pressure over 16 bar.
Value added service for API 5L Grade X46 PSL2 Pipe	3LPE coated L320 X46 Pipe Fusion Bond Epoxy ARO Tar Epoxy Heat Treatment Bending Galvanizing Annealed Sand Blasting Machining Draw & Expansion as per required Size & Length etc.

Equivalent material Of API 5L X65 Pipes?

ASTM API 5L	Specification for line pipe
Material Grade	PSL1	L390 or x56
Material Grade	PSL2	L390N or X56N L390Q or X56Q L390M or X56M

Chemical Composition Of API 5L X65 Pipes?

X60 PSL1				X60 PSL2
Grade	C (Max.)	Mn (Max.)	P (Max.)	S (Max.)	C (Max.)	Mn (Max.)	P (Max.)	S (Max.)
X60	0.26	1.40	0.03	0.03	0.22	1.40	0.025	0.015

Mechanical Properties Of API 5L X65 Pipes?

Pipe Grade	Tensile Properties - X60 Pipe Body of SMLS and Welded Pipes PSL 1			Seam of X60 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
X60	56,600	71,100	c	71,100

Robust Construction & Versatility

API 5L X65 Pipes are crafted using advanced manufacturing methods such as hot rolling and submerged arc welding. Engineered for robust performance, they undergo stringent inspections like hydrostatic and ultrasonic tests, ensuring reliability for demanding oil, gas, and structural pipelines. The pipes feature a variety of coatings, including 3LPE and FBE, offering superior corrosion protection. Flexible end types, custom dimensions, and extensive application suitability make them a preferred choice for industry professionals.

Customizable End Finishes & Superior Marking

These pipes are available with square cut, beveled, or plastic-capped ends, catering to diverse installation needs. Markings can be executed via paint stenciling or hard stamping as per customer specification, providing clear identification for logistics and compliance. End protection options not only facilitate safe transportation but also preserve product integrity until installation.

Stringent Quality Assurance & Packaging

Each pipe is subjected to comprehensive inspections, including radiography, eddy current, and visual tests alongside dimensional tolerance checks in line with API 5L standards. Packaging can be tailoredbundled, loose, wrapped, or end cappedensuring your order arrives safely and meets your projects requirements. Delivery conditions, lengths, and coatings are customizable for maximum compatibility and convenience.

FAQs of API 5L X65 Pipes:

Q: How are API 5L X65 Pipes manufactured and what tests are performed to ensure quality?

A: API 5L X65 Pipes are manufactured using hot rolled, thermomechanically rolled, submerged arc welded, and electric resistance welded processes. Quality is ensured through rigorous testing such as hydrostatic, ultrasonic, radiography, eddy current, and visual inspections, conforming to API 5L standards.

Q: What types of pipe ends and surface treatments are available for these pipes?

A: Pipe ends for API 5L X65 Pipes can be supplied square cut, beveled, or protected with plastic caps. Surface treatments include 3LPE and FBE coatings, black paint, anti-corrosion oil, and varnish, with bare pipes also available. These options help suit the pipes for various climates, handling, and applications.

Q: When should I choose a particular delivery condition like as-rolled, normalized, or quenched & tempered?

A: The optimal delivery condition depends on project requirements and desired mechanical properties. As-rolled pipes are cost-effective for standard uses, while normalized or quenched & tempered conditions are preferred when additional toughness or specific metallurgical characteristics are needed, especially in challenging environments.

Q: Where can API 5L X65 Pipes be used, and what are their common applications?

A: These pipes are widely used in oil and gas transmission, water pipelines, petrochemical, power plants, and structural projects. Their robust mechanical properties and diverse sizes make them suitable for both underground and above-ground installations in varied industries and environments.

Q: What are the connection and sealing options for API 5L X65 Pipes?

A: Pipes can be connected by welding or threading, with thread types like NPT or BSP as per customer specifications. Sealing options include butt welded joints, threaded couplings, or gaskets depending on the application and fitting requirements.

Q: How does pipe marking and packaging benefit buyers and project management?

A: Product marking with paint stenciling or hard stamping ensures clear identification and traceability, aiding inventory management and compliance. Custom packaging optionssuch as bundles, loose, wrapped, or end cappedprotect pipes during transit and storage, reducing the risk of damage.

Q: What is the minimum order quantity and how flexible are the pipe dimensions and specifications?

A: The minimum order quantity for API 5L X65 Pipes is negotiable and can be arranged as per customer requirements. The pipes are available in a broad range of diameters, thicknesses, lengths, and coatings, providing flexibility to meet diverse project needs.

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