What is API 5L X42 material?
The X42 pipeline pipe must strictly adhere to the core specifications of API SPEC 5L 46th Edition while simultaneously conforming to the requirements of the Chinese National Standard GB/T 9711. Its international equivalents include EN 10208-2 L290 and ISO 3183 L290. Key technical mandates specify:
Diameter tolerance: ≤ ±0.75%
Wall thickness tolerance: +15%/-12.5%
Non-destructive testing: 100% ultrasonic + eddy current inspection with flaw detection sensitivity reaching Φ1.6mm flat-bottom hole equivalent
Third-party certification: Mainstream products pass SGS inspection
Hydrostatic test pressure: Minimum 15MPa
What is the chemical composition of X42?
API 5L X42 Pipe is made with a chemical composition of carbon, manganese, potassium phosphorous, molybdenum, chromium, silicon, and sulfur.
| Mass fraction, based upon heat and product analysis a | ||||||
| API 5L X42 Seamless Pipe | ||||||
| C | Mn | P | V | Nb | Ti | |
| maxb | maxb | max. | max. | max. | max. | max. |
| 0.28 | 1.20 | 0.030 | 0.030 | c,d | c,d | d |
| API 5L X42 Welded Pipe | ||||||
| 0.26 | 1.20 | 0.030 | 0.030 | c,d | c,d | d |
Who supplies API 5L X42 PSL1 pipes?
GNEE Group
GNEE Group is a leading supplier of API X42 line pipes in China. Our steel pipes are API certified and suitable for oil and gas transportation. Supply range: Outside Diameter: 21.3mm-914mm; Wall Thickness: 2mm-50mm; Length: Random 6m-12m or fixed 6m, 12m.
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