API 5L X46 Pipe

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Mill-traceable L320 / X46 heats

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PSL1 & PSL2 sizes held year-round

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API 5L X46 Pipe

 

API 5L X46 Pipe Facts & Figures


Nominal Size Range1/2″ to 24″ (SMLS/ERW), up to 100″ DSAW
Grade / DesignationX46, L320
Spec LevelPSL1 & PSL2
ManufacturingSeamless, ERW/HFW, DSAW/SSAW
End FinishPlain, Beveled, Threaded
Surface FinishBlack Painted, Varnished, FBE, 3LPE
Wall Thk. Tolerance± 12.5%
TestingUT, RT, Hydrostatic, Dimensional

Grade X46 PSL2 Seamless Pipe Supplier in India


Established in 1985, Rexal Tubes supplies API 5L X46 Pipe with decades of steel piping expertise. We are a trusted exporter of API Line Pipes with global delivery support. Our Mumbai warehouse stocks API 5L X46 Pipe in various sizes, schedules, and wall thicknesses. We provide API 5L X46 PSL1 Pipe for reliable pipeline applications. We supply API 5L X46 PSL2 Pipe for demanding industrial projects. Our API 5L X46 ERW Pipe offers consistent quality and strong performance. We provide API 5L X46 Grade B SAW Pipe and API 5L Grade X46 Welded Pipe in customized specifications. We also import API 5L X46 PSL2 Seamless Pipe from reputed European manufacturers with quality assurance.

API 5L Grade X46 Pipe is manufactured as per PSL1 and PSL2 specifications. API 5L Grade X46 Pipe provides high strength, excellent weldability, and reliable performance in demanding conditions. Also known as L320 Pipe, API 5L X46 Pipe is widely used for oil, gas, water, and industrial pipeline systems. Rexal Tubes supplies X46 Steel NACE Pipe for sour service applications. We offer API 5L Gr X46 HIC Pipeline solutions for critical operating environments. Our API 5L Grade X46 PSL2 Epoxy Coated Pipe provides enhanced corrosion protection. We deliver X46 Pipe solutions with technical documentation, inspection reports, and traceability records. Rexal Tubes supplies quality API 5L X46 Pipe worldwide with dependable delivery support.

API 5L X46 Pipe Specification

 

API 5L X46 Pipe Specification

 

 

Nominal Sizes

  • Seamless: up to 24″
  • Welded (ERW/EFW): up to 48″
  • SSAW: 406 – 2500mm

 

Grade & Type

  • X46 / L320
  • Type I & Type II
  • Sour service option

 

Schedule

  • SCH 10 to SCH 160
  • SCH STD, SCH XS
  • SCH XXS

 

PSL Level

  • PSL1
  • PSL2
  • Sour Services

 

Pipe Form

  • Round
  • Square
  • Rectangular

 

Manufacturing Types

  • Seamless, ERW, EFW
  • SSAW, HSAW
  • Welded

 

End Type

  • Plain
  • Beveled
  • Threaded

 

Coating

  • FBE, 3LPE, 3PE, 3PP
  • Anti-Rust Oil, Varnished
  • Black Painting, Galvanized

 

Marking

  • Specification, Grade
  • Logo, Manufacturing type
  • Schedule, Size

 

Certificates

  • Raw Material Certificate
  • Third-Party Inspection Report
  • Invoice, DFARS Compliant

 

Welding Methods

  • SMAW, MIG, TIG
  • GTAW, GMAW
  • Brazing

 

Testing Requirements

  • Hydrotest, UT, RT
  • Tensile, Impact, Bend
  • Hardness, DWT, Geometric Accuracy

 

Equipment

  • Sand-Blasting Machine
  • Bending & Press Machine
  • Pushing Machine

 

Packaging

  • Wrapped in Plastic, Crates
  • Custom Packing
  • Wooden Boxes

 

Protection Caps

  • Iron
  • Plastic
  • Fitted before dispatch

 

Yield Strength

  • PSL1: 46,000 psi min
  • PSL2: 46,000 – 76,000 psi
  • 317 – 524 MPa

 

Dimensional Standard

  • ASME B36.10M
  • API Spec 5L
  • ISO 3183

 

MTC

  • EN 10204 3.1
  • EN 10204 3.2
  • Heat-wise traceability

 

Brands

  • Jindal, TATA, JFE
  • ISMT, MSL
  • Nippon Steel, Mannesmann

 

Delivery Condition

  • As Rolled (PSL1)
  • N, M, Q (PSL2)
  • NS / QS / MS (Sour)

 

Value Added Service

  • Internal Coating, FBE
  • Heat Treatment, Annealing
  • Sand Blasting, Machining

Get API 5L X46 Carbon Steel Line Pipe And API 5L X46 PSL1 Pipes Supplied in Sizes From 1/2" - 40"


Size Chart of API 5L X46 Carbon Steel Line Pipe


Size in inches Schedule OD (mm)
1/4 10S 13.072
3/8 10S 17.015
6 160 168.028
3/8 80S 17.015
1/2 10S 21.034
3 40S 88.09
1/2 80S 21.034
3/4 40S 26.067
1 10S 33.04
80S 42.016
8 80S 219.008
10S 48.026
6 80S 168.028
80S 48.026
2 40S 60.033
1 80S 33.04
2 160 60.033
1/4 80S 13.072
3 160 88.09
40S 101.06
4 10S 114.03
10S 42.016
4 80S 114.03
5 80S 141.03
80S 73.003
6 10S 168.028
8 160 219.008

API 5L X46 PSL1 vs PSL2 Pipe


VS
Standard Grade

PSL1

  • Size: 0.405″ – 80″ OD
  • Temperature: –10°C to +60°C
  • NDT: Optional / spot check
  • Certification: Basic mill test certificate
  • Best For: General non-critical lines
  • Economical & faster delivery
Sour / Critical Grade

PSL2

  • Size: 4.5″ – 80″ OD
  • Temperature: –45°C to +60°C
  • NDT: 100% UT / RT mandatory
  • Certification: Full MTC EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
  • Best For: Sour service & high-pressure lines
  • NACE MR0175 option available

End Types of L320 Pipe


Plain End

Square-cut, ready for field welding

Beveled End 30°

Standard weld-prep bevel

Threaded End

API round thread on request

Grooved End

For mechanical coupling systems

API 5L X46 Steel Pipe Markings

01Grade & type (X46 PSL1/PSL2)
02Manufacturer’s name / monogram
03Manufacturing process (SMLS/ERW/DSAW)
04Heat number
05NDT method applied
06Hydrotest pressure
07Size (OD x WT)
08Length & weight
09Standard reference (API 5L)
10Country of origin
11Coating type (if applicable)
12Supplementary requirements

Benefits of Grade X46 PSL2 Spiral Pipe


Find API 5L X46 Pipe Supplier in India offering numerous benefits for demanding pipeline projects.

High Strength

Fatigue Resistance

Versatile

Cost Effective

Dimensional Accuracy

Tolerance Chart of API 5L X46 ERW Pipe


NPS X46 Pipe Tolerance, %
< 2-1/2 +15 to 12.5
NPS 3 to 4 +15 to 12.5
> 20, Welded +19.5 to 8
NPS 4 to 18 +15 to 12.5
> 20, Seamless +17.5 to 10

Machining Tips For X46 Pipe


TIP 01
Use Carbide-Tipped Tooling Holds an edge far longer against X46's higher tensile strength.
TIP 02
Control Cutting Speed & Feed Steady feeds limit heat buildup near the cut edge.
TIP 03
Flood Coolant During Bevelling Prevents work hardening at the cut face before welding.
TIP 04
Hold Bevel Angle to Spec Keep a consistent 30°±2.5° bevel for reliable weld penetration.
TIP 05
Avoid Interrupted Cuts Stopping mid-cut can create micro-hardened spots.
TIP 06
Verify Dimensions Post-Machining Check OD, wall thickness, and roundness right away.

API 5L Grade X46 PSL1 Sour Service Pipe Coatings

 

FBE Coating
3LPE Coating
Coal Tar Epoxy
Bare & Oiled
Anti-Rust Oil
Varnish Coating
Zinc Rich Primer
Anti-Corrosion Coating

Common Types of API 5L X46 Pipe


Check API 5L X46 Pipe Manufacturer in India offering various types with superior quality.

API 5L X46 PSL1 Pipe

API 5L X46 PSL1 Pipe

API X46 Carbon Steel Line Pipe

API X46 Carbon Steel Line Pipe

SCH 40 X46 Carbon Steel Pipe

SCH 40 X46 Carbon Steel Pipe

API 5L X 46 Carbon Steel Seamless Pipe

API 5L X 46 Carbon Steel Seamless Pipe

API 5L X46 PSL1 Welded Pipe

API 5L X46 PSL1 Welded Pipe

API 5L Grade X46 High Yield Pipe

API 5L Grade X46 High Yield Pipe

API 5L Gr X46 HIC Pipeline

API 5L Gr X46 HIC Pipeline

X46 Steel Nace Pipe

X46 Steel Nace Pipe

Grade L320 X46 Spiral Welded Pipe

Grade L320 X46 Spiral Welded Pipe

Grade X46 PSL2 Spiral Pipe

Grade X46 PSL2 Spiral Pipe

API 5L X46 Grade B SAW Pipe

API 5L X46 Grade B SAW Pipe

API 5L X46 Gr B DSAW Pipe

API 5L X46 Gr B DSAW Pipe

API 5L Grade X46 PSL2 Epoxy Coated Pipe

API 5L Grade X46 PSL2 Epoxy Coated Pipe

API 5L Grade X46 PSL1 Sour Service Pipe

API 5L Grade X46 PSL1 Sour Service Pipe

API 5L X46 Galvanized Pipe

API 5L X46 Galvanized Pipe

API 5L X46 Fabricated Pipe

API 5L X46 Fabricated Pipe

API 5L X46 Field Line Pipe

API 5L X46 Field Line Pipe

API 5L Gr X46 HIC Pipe

API 5L Gr X46 HIC Pipe


Refer Coated X46 Pipe and API 5L Grade X46 Welded Pipes For Oil and Gas Pipelines


API 5L Gr X46 HIC Pipeline Applications



Cross-Country Gas Pipelines
Onshore Oil Gathering Lines
Water Injection Lines
Refinery Process Piping
Petrochemical Transfer Lines
Structural Piling
Utility & Fire Water Lines
Low-Pressure Distribution

Dimensions of API 5L Grade X46 Welded Pipe


Get API 5L X46 Pipe Supplier in India providing precise dimensions at factory prices.

NPS (in) OD (in) Wall Thickness (in) Weight per foot (lbs)
1/2 0.840 0.109 0.85
3/4 1.050 0.113 1.13
1 1/2 1.900 0.145 2.72
3 3.500 0.216 7.58
1 1.315 0.133 1.68
3 1/2 4.000 0.226 9.10
2 2.375 0.154 3.65
1 1/4 1.660 0.140 2.27
4 4.500 0.237 10.79
2 1/2 2.875 0.203 5.79

Cutting Methods of API 5L X46 Gr B DSAW Pipe


Waterjet Cutting High-pressure water for cold, precise cuts
Flame Cutting Oxy-fuel torch cutting for thick sections
Mechanical Cutting Saw or shear-based cutting using mechanical force
Laser Cutting Focused beam for fast, narrow-kerf cuts

API 5L Grade X46 ERW and Seamless Pipe As Per BS, ASME, ISO, and DIN Standards

API 5L Grade X46 PSL2 Epoxy Coated Pipe Equivalent


API 5L - USA API 5L X46 / L320
GOST - Russia GOST 17G1S / 20295 Cat.3
EN 10208-2 - Europe EN 10208-2 L320NB
DIN - Germany DIN 17175 St 52
ISO 3183 L320
ASTM - USA ASTM A106 Gr B / A53 Gr B

API 5L X46 ERW Pipe Mechanical Properties


PropertyMin ValueMax Value
Yield Strength317 MPa (46,000 psi)524 MPa
Tensile Strength434 MPa (63,000 psi)655 MPa
Yield/Tensile Ratio0.93 (PSL2)
ElongationAs per API 5L Annex G formula
Hardness (PSL2)22 HRC

Chemical Composition of X46 Steel Nace Pipe


Grade PSL1 (Max %) PSL2 (Max %)
CMnPS CMnPS
X46 / L320 0.281.200.0300.030 0.241.350.0250.015

API 5L X46 PSL2 Seamless Pipe Manufacturing Process


Seamless (Hot-Formed)

1Billet Heating
2Piercing
3Elongation
4Sizing
5Cooling
6Straightening
7NDT
8Hydrotest
9Marking
10Packing

ERW (HFW)

1Strip Uncoiling
2Forming
3HF Welding
4Bead Trimming
5Sizing
6Heat Treatment
7NDT
8Hydrotest
9Marking
10Packing

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Documentation of API 5L X46 PSL2 Pipe


Mill Test CertificateEN 10204 Type 3.1 / 3.2, heat-wise results PDF
NACE Compliance CertificateFor H2S-exposed sour service lines On Request
Third-Party Inspection ReportSGS, Bureau Veritas or TÜV witnessed On Request
Certificate of OriginChamber-attested proof of manufacture PDF
Raw Material TraceabilityFull trace to the original steel heat PDF
RT / UT Test ReportRadiographic & ultrasonic NDT record On Request
Packing & Weight ListBundle-wise size & weight breakdown PDF
DFARS Compliant InvoiceReady for US procurement projects On Request

API 5L X46 PSL1 Pipe HSN Code


Seamless Pipe HSN7304.19
Welded Pipe HSN7305 / 7306
GST Rate18%

Challenges in Machining SCH 40 X46 Carbon Steel Pipe


CHALLENGE 01

Material Brittleness

CHALLENGE 02

Abrasive Nature

CHALLENGE 03

Heat Sensitivity

CHALLENGE 04

Dust Generation

Testing Methods of API 5L X46 Grade B SAW Pipe


01Hydrostatic Test
02Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
03Radiographic Testing (RT)
04Magnetic Particle Inspection
05PMI Test
06Flattening Test

What Affects API 5L X46 Pipe Price?


Grade Premium Over Grade BHigh Impact
Wall Thickness & ODHigh Impact
PSL2 & NACE TestingMedium Impact
Coating RequirementMedium Impact
Freight & IncotermVariable

API 5L X46 Galvanized Pipe Production Process


PicklingAcid bath removes mill scale
FluxingZinc ammonium chloride pre-treatment
Hot-Dip GalvanizingImmersion in molten zinc bath
QuenchingControlled cooling to set coating
PassivationChromate treatment for corrosion resistance
InspectionCoating thickness & adhesion check

API 5L X42 vs X46 Pipe Difference


  • Yield Strength: X42 = 290 MPa, X46 = 317 MPa
  • Tensile Strength: X42 = 414 MPa, X46 = 434 MPa
  • X46 permits a marginally higher design pressure
  • X42 suits lower-pressure lines, X46 medium-pressure gathering
  • X46 carries a modest price premium over X42
  • Both grades stocked ex-Mumbai in PSL1 & PSL2

How We Pack For Export?


End CappingPlastic bevel caps protect ends in transit.
BundlingStrapped into standard export bundles by size.
VCI WrappingCorrosion protection for sea transit.
TaggingHeat/batch tags for full traceability.
Container LoadingDunnage-secured to prevent transit movement.

Brands of API 5L Grade X46 Welded Pipe


JFE Steel
Maharashtra Seamless
Tenaris
Jindal Steel & Power
Nippon Steel
Mannesmann Line Pipe
ISMT Limited
JFE Steel
Maharashtra Seamless
Tenaris
Jindal Steel & Power
Nippon Steel
Mannesmann Line Pipe
ISMT Limited

X46 Pipe Export Destinations


UAE flagUAE
Saudi Arabia flagSaudi Arabia
Qatar flagQatar
Oman flagOman
Kuwait flagKuwait
Bahrain flagBahrain
South Africa flagSouth Africa
Nigeria flagNigeria
Kenya flagKenya
Malaysia flagMalaysia
Singapore flagSingapore
Indonesia flagIndonesia
Vietnam flagVietnam
Bangladesh flagBangladesh
Sri Lanka flagSri Lanka
Australia flagAustralia

What Buyers Usually Ask Us?


01What size range is available in DSAW?

DSAW X46 / Gr B pipe is plate-rolled and welded from 16″ up to 100″ OD for large transmission projects.

02Which wall thickness is common?

Typical wall thickness runs 6mm to 40mm, sized to the project’s design pressure class.

03Is NACE compliant DSAW pipe available?

Yes, sour-service chemistry with NACE MR0175 documentation is offered on request.

04What governs the weld quality?

Every seam is produced to API Spec 5L requirements with 100% UT/RT inspection before dispatch.

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