what is ASME A53 pipe?

ASTM A53 pipe (also referred to as ASME SA53 pipe) is intended for mechanical and pressure applications and is also acceptable for ordinary uses in steam, water, gas and air lines. It is suitable for welding and for forming operations involving coiling, bending, and flanging, subject to certain qualifications.

ASTM A53 pipe covers Seamless and Welded, Black and Hot-Dipped Galvanized nominal (average) wall pipe for coiling, bending, flanging and other special purposes and is suitable for welding. Continuous-Welded pipe is not intended for flanging. Purpose for which pipe is intended should be stated on order.

ASTM/ASME A53/SA53 seamless and welded steel pipe is a general, all-purpose pipe used in generator plants, refineries, compressor stations, natural gas transmission, and steam conduction. It is acceptable for welding, flanging, and bending.

ASME A53 SIZES

½” – 12” some limitations dependent upon grade. Sizes up to 26” OD are available on limited basis.

Standard Specification for Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc-Coated, Welded and Seamless. This specification covers seamless and welded black and hot-dipped galvanized steel pipe.

ASTM A53 PIPE TYPES
The following types and grades of A53 pipe are covered within this specification:

Type F Pipe – Furnace-butt-welded, continuous welded Grade A
Type E Pipe – Electric-resistance-welded, Grades A and B
Type S Pipe – Seamless, Grades A and B

ASTM A53 PIPE LENGTH

A53 seamless and welded steel pipe is produced in random lengths 16’ – 22’ or 32’ – 44’, in multiple lengths, and in specific cut lengths.

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES (SEAMLESS & ERW)

CHEMICAL REQUIREMENTS (SEAMLESS & ERW)