Steel Pipe
Steel piping is made from raw steel formed into a circular shape and then welded together to create a seamless pipe. It is incredibly strong and durable, but it also has the potential to rust when exposed to moisture over time. For this reason, steel piping should only be used outdoors where its exposure to the elements is limited. In addition, steel pipes must be treated with a protective coating to prevent corrosion and rusting.
Galvanized Pipe
Galvanized pipes are made from steel that has been coated with zinc. This coating helps protect the steel from corrosion and rusting—even if it’s exposed to moisture over time—which makes it ideal for outdoor projects such as plumbing systems or irrigation systems. The zinc coating also provides additional strength and durability compared to standard steel pipes, which means they can withstand higher pressure levels and more extreme temperatures.
Difference Between Steel Pipe and Galvanized Pipe
Steel pipe is made from iron ore that is melted in a blast furnace and then formed into a pipe.
Galvanized steel pipe is coated with zinc to help protect it from corrosion.
Steel pipe is available in a variety of different sizes and thicknesses.
Galvanized steel pipe is typically used for water supply lines, sprinkler systems, and natural gas lines.
Steel pipe is more susceptible to corrosion than galvanized steel pipe.
Galvanized steel pipe is more expensive than steel pipe.
