What is API 5L X60 pipe?
API 5L X60 pipe indicates a minimum yield strength of 60000 PSI and a minimum ultimate tensile strength of 75000 PSI
API 5L X60 Pipe is available in seamless and welded steel pipes for pipeline transportation systems in the oil and gas industry. API 5L X60 pipes are suitable for conveying gas, water and oil.
The two digits following the "X" indicate the minimum yield strength (in 000's of psi) of pipe produced to that grade.
Manganese sulfide is a typical inclusion in all manganese alloy steels. Sulfur content needs to be kept to a minimum as they tend to separate, resulting in reduced impact strength. We specify a maximum of 0.007%.
API 5L specification covers steel pipe for oil, gas, and petroleum industry piping systems. The main purpose of API 5L is to provide standards for pipelines suitable for conveying gas, oil and water.
API 5L covers seamless and welded pipe. It includes plain, threaded, and flared end tubing, as well as straight flow line (TFL) tubing and tubing ends prepared for use with special fittings.
