ASTM A 53 Type E is a standard of ERW (Electric Resistance Welded) pipe material, which can be divided into Grade A and Grade B.
Chemical Requirements of ASTM A53 ERW Steel Pipe
| Type E | |||
| (electric resistance welded) | |||
| Chemical Content | Grade A | Grade B | |
| Carbon | max. % | 0.25 | 0.30* |
| Manganese | max. % | 0.95 | 1.2 |
| Phosphorous | max. % | 0.05 | 0.05 |
| Sulfur | max. % | 0.045 | 0.045 |
| Copper | max. % | 0.40 | 0.40 |
| Nickel | max. % | 0.40 | 0.40 |
| Chromium | max. % | 0.40 | 0.40 |
| Molybdenum | max. % | 0.15 | 0.15 |
| Vanadium | max. % | 0.08 | 0.08 |
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* For each reduction below 0.01% below the specified carbon maximum, an increase of 0.06% manganese above the specified maximum will be permitted up to a maximum of 1.65% (does not apply to SA53). |
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Mechanical Properties Of ASTM A53ERW Steel Pipe
| Types and Grades | Min. Tensile Strength | Min. Yield Strength |
| Type E Grade A | 330Mpa / 48000psi | 205Mpa / 30000psi |
| Type E Grade B | 415Mpa / 60000psi | 240Mpa / 35000psi |
Test of ASTM A53 Pipe
- Chemical Analysis
- Tensile Test
- Bending Test
- Flattening Test
- Hydro-Test
- Weld Seam Ultrasonic or Electromagnetic Test
Post time: Jan-10-2024