Steel Tube Pipe Sizes
Use the standard of asme b 36 10m.
Steel tube pipe sizes. In this standard the pipe outer diameter smaller than 12 75 in nps 12 dn 300 pipe actual diameters is larger than nps nominal pipe size or dn nominal. We specialise in manufacturing structural and precision rhs chs shs tube and pipe. However stainless steel aluminum and steel tubing all have measured and stated od s that are exact or very close. Steel square tube is widely used in industrial maintenance agricultural implements transportation equipment truck beds trailers frames etc.
Steel tube is one of the largest suppliers of pipes valves and fittings for new zealand s petrochemical power generation mining irrigation fire protection building services water and wastewater industries. Easy online ordering for the ones who get it done along with 24 7 customer service free technical support more. Nominal pipe size nps is a north american set of standard sizes for pipes used for high or low pressures and temperatures. For sizes up to 12 inches the approximate size clearance of the inside pipe diameter is given.
The pipe sizes are given as the nominal tube size. Use with class 150 stainless steel threaded pipe fittings for applications with air water oil natural gas and steam. Schedule 40 stainless steel toe nipples feature npt threads on 1 end for easy connection. Why pipe size smaller to nps 12 dn 300 have different od first we need to admit that all pipe size should be identified as nominal pipe size nps.
They are specified by nominal pipe size nps and schedule wall thickness. On the hand for steel tube dimensions the actual outside diameter same with pipe number for all sizes. Square steel tube is a welded structural grade tubing that is available in either type a513 or a500 grade b depending on it s size and wall thickness either grade is ideal for all structural applications general fabrication manufacturing and repairs. 150 psi wog at 150 f temp.
With over 10 000 unique products we provide a wide range of strong lightweight and versatile reticulation solutions. Nominal refers to pipe in non specific terms and identifies the diameter of the hole with a non dimensional number for example 2 inch nominal steel pipe consists of many varieties of steel pipe with the only criterion being a 2 375 inch 60 3 mm outside diameter. Pipes are categorized as tubular vessels used in pipeline and piping systems and commonly transport gases or fluids. That means partnering with a steel distributor and manufacturer with a proven track record and specialist knowledge to deliver exceptional results.
The opposite ends are nonthreaded for welding or brazing. Steel tube and pipe projects demand precision consistency and reliability. The pipe distinguished from tube pipe vs tube here the pipe is specially for pipeline systems fluids oil and gas water slurry transmissions.