ASTM A500 Steel Pipe and Tube

ASTM A500 steel pipe detail

Shape:round square rectangular shaped
Dimensions:  Customizable
Square:10*10-1200*1200mm 
Rectangular:10*15-800*1200mm
Round:10.3-2000mm
W.T.: 0.5-60mm 
Length:0.5-26.5m or custmized
Grade：Gr.A,Gr.B,Gr.C,S235/275/355/420/460,,ss400,stkr400/490,Q195/235/355,etc
Standard：ASTM A500
Surface Treatment：Bare,oil,painted,galvanized,etc.
MOQ:2-5 Tons
Capacity: 5 million tons / year
Packaging:PVC package or follow your needs
Port of origin:Tianjin Port
Payment：TT/LC,etc

ASTM A500 Tube Benifit

1. High strength: ASTM A500 tubes have high strength characteristics and can withstand greater pressure and loads.
2. Corrosion resistance: Excellent chemical stability enables pipes to maintain stable performance in various harsh environments.
3. Weldability: The pipe material has good weldability, making it easy to process and install.
4. Economy: Compared to other high-performance pipes, The ASTM A500 tube has a high cost performance ratio and reduces production costs.

ASTM A500 Tube Properties

Chemical composition:
C<0.3% Mn<1.2% P<0.05% S<%0.045%
Mechanical performance:
Grade A：
Tensile strength (min. psi): 45000 (310Mpa)
Yield strength (min. psi): 39000 (269Mpa)
Elongation rate (min. 2 "): 25% (for 3/16" wall and thicker pipes)
Grade B：
Tensile strength (min. psi): 58000 (400Mpa)
Yield strength (min. psi): 46000 (317Mpa)
Elongation rate (min. 2 "): 25% (for 3/16" wall and thicker pipes)
Grade C：
Tensile strength (min. psi): 62000 (427Mpa)
Yield strength (min. psi): 50000 (345Mpa)
Elongation rate (min. 2 "): 23% (for 3/16" wall and thicker pipes)

ASTM A500 Tube Properties

Dimensional accuracy:
The dimensional accuracy of ASTM A500 Tube is strictly controlled according to standards, ensuring accurate dimensions and fit during manufacturing and installation.
Surface quality:
The surface of ASTM A500 Tube is smooth, without obvious cracks, scratches, and burrs. The galvanized treatment of the pipe enhances its corrosion resistance, allowing it to be used in various environments for a long time without rusting easily. This surface treatment not only improves the service life of the pipe, but also reduces maintenance costs.

Construction Work

ASTM A500 tube Used for supporting and load-bearing components in building structures, such as bridges, high-rise buildings, prefabricated steel structures, airports, sports venues, exhibition halls, football stadiums, factory buildings, logistics parks, storage shelves, offshore platforms, greenhouse construction, etc.

Petrochemical Industry

In the vast field of oil and gas extraction, every link cannot be separated from efficient and safe transportation and storage systems. From deep underground oil and gas fields to offshore platforms far from land, and then to refineries and chemical plants in bustling cities, pipelines and storage tanks form the backbone of this industry. During the extraction phase, they are responsible for quickly and safely transporting the oil and natural gas extracted underground to the surface gathering and transportation stations; During transportation, they also transform into giant dragons crossing mountains, rivers, lakes, and seas, ensuring stable and continuous transportation of oil and gas resources to various demand points; In the processing stage, these ASTM A500 pipelines and tanks serve as bridges connecting production facilities and the market, carrying the flow and storage of oil, natural gas, and other fluid products.

Automobile Manufacturing Industry

Automotive manufacturing industry: ASTM A500 pipe is used for the manufacturing of key components such as car frames and suspension systems.

Mechanical Manufacturing

ASTM A500 steel pipe is a crucial raw material for the mechanical manufacturing industry, as it is used in core technologies and applications in multiple fields. In these fields, manufacturing enterprises utilize advanced production processes and technological means to manufacture various mechanical equipment and components using ASTM A500 steel pipes. These mechanical equipment and components have a wide range of types and applications.

Manufacturing Process

1. Preparation of raw materials:
The manufacturing of ASTM A500 Tube begins with selecting suitable raw materials, usually high-quality carbon steel.
The raw materials need to undergo strict chemical composition and physical performance testing to ensure that they meet the requirements of ASTM A500 standard.
2. Forming:
After cutting and pre-treatment, the raw materials enter the forming stage.
By cold forming processes such as rolling, stamping, etc., raw materials are processed into round, square, rectangular or special shaped pipe blanks as required.
3. Welding or seamless manufacturing:
According to the order requirements, choose welding or seamless manufacturing methods.
For welded pipes, use appropriate welding techniques (such as high-frequency resistance welding, submerged arc welding, etc.) to weld the two sides or edges of the pipe blank together.
For seamless pipes, seamless structures are directly formed through processes such as perforation, hot rolling, and cold rolling.
4. Heat treatment:
For D-grade ASTM A500 tubes, heat treatment is required to improve their mechanical properties and toughness.
Heat treatment typically involves heating to a specific temperature, then holding for a period of time, and finally cooling at an appropriate rate.

5. Dimensional inspection and repair:
The manufactured pipes need to undergo precise dimensional inspection to ensure that their outer diameter, wall thickness, length, etc. meet the requirements of ASTM A500 standard.
If necessary, adjustments will also be made, such as cutting, polishing, etc., to remove burrs, defects, or adjust dimensions.
6. Surface treatment:
According to the order requirements, perform surface treatment on the pipes, such as rust removal, painting, galvanizing, etc.
These treatments aim to improve the corrosion resistance and appearance quality of pipes.
7. Testing and Verification:
Conduct various mechanical and chemical performance tests on the pipes to ensure they meet the requirements of ASTM A500 standard.
These tests may include tensile testing, impact testing, hardness testing, chemical composition analysis, etc.
8. Marking and packaging:
According to the requirements of ASTM A500 standard, mark the pipes, including material grade, size, production date, and other information.
Use appropriate packaging materials and methods to package the pipes to ensure they are not damaged during transportation and storage.
9. Quality control and shipment:
Implement strict quality control measures during the manufacturing process to ensure that each batch of pipes meets the requirements of ASTM A500 standard.