Seamless Pipes
The pipe’s seamless meaning is that they are made of all-round steel and have no welds on the surface. Seamless carbon steel pipe, which is a common type of seamless pipe, is excellent in bending resistance. Seamless pipe production volume in Japan will increase by 31.7 thousand tons in 2021 compared to last year. The product API 5L Oil Line Pipe is a high-quality seamless steel pipe that has high strength and a variety of applications in the oil and gas industry. Read more about seamless steel pipes to increase knowledge and awareness.
Advantages of Seamless Steel Pipe
- Light in weight:
Since seamless pipes do not weigh more than other ordinary pipes, they can be used in various construction works.
- Corrosion resistance
One of the advantages of seamless pipes is that they are not easily corroded and they are resistant to rust. These pipes are also capable of withstanding extreme temperatures.
- Elasticity
One of the greatest advantages of seamless steel pipe is its elasticity; it is also anti-static and not deformable. Due to these properties, they are best for mechanical equipment.
- Tensile strength
The seamless steel pipes have larger tensile strength and elastic modulus then that of ordinary steel pipes. Its tensile strength is 8-10 times more than ordinary steel.
- Excellent mechanical properties
The mechanical properties of seamless steel pipes made them unique and beneficial for the manufacturing and construction industry.
- Good toughness
Seamless steel pipes are very strong and powerful in nature, which is very beneficial for any construction project. They have good toughness and are used in the manufacturing of mechanical parts.
- Pressure resistance
Seamless pipes also have the ability to withstand much higher pressure than the rest of the pipes, so they are less prone to leak and damage.
- Stronger
As the word seamless indicates, these steel pipes have no seams, so they are highly stronger and harder. These pipes have enough strength that is required in domestic, commercial, and industrial applications.
- Flexible
Seamless steel pipes can be reused and have applications in mechanical equipment on an industry level. These pipes show elongation after breaking. Seamless steel pipes are more flexible and have many applications in the architectural and manufacturing industry.
- Lower risk of leakage
This type of pipe has a lower risk of leakage and is the perfect choice for pipelines such as water wall pipes, boiling water pipes, and arched brick pipes.
Main Uses of Seamless Pipe
- Steam guide tubes
- Super heater tubes
- Ultra high pressure boiler
- Water wall pipes
- Boiling water pipes
- Arched brick pipes
- Power plants
- Construction level
- Transportation level
- Air ducts
- Oil transportation
- Gas line
- Machinery industry
- Ship building
Disadvantages of Seamless Steel Pipes
- Wall thickness
The walls of seamless steel pipes are very thick and uneven, which causes problems in many construction projects. One disadvantage of seamless pipes is that they cannot be cut or threaded for manufacturing purposes.
- Low brightness
The surface of seamless steel pipes is not shiny but has many pits on it, which causes many problems.
- High cost
The process for the production of seamless steel pipe is time-consuming, complex, and very costly. Seamless steel pipes, if damaged at any point, are very costly to restore or recover.
- Service life
Do Short you know how long the life of seamless steel pipe is? Seamless steel pipes have a very short lifespan. Its service life is more than 15 years which is a very short period. These pipes are not suitable for long-lasting projects in manufacturing industries. Seamless steel pipes have the risk of more damage as compared to other types.
- Structural and shape defects
Seamless steel pipes have scratches, spots, scars, roughness, welding bumps, folds, warped skin, and pits on their surface, which are structural defects.
- Low precision
This type of steel pipe has low precision. Rust can weaken the pipe, leading to leaks and other problems.
Seamless vs. Welded Pipes
Seamless steel pipes are stronger and have better pressure capacity than welded steel pipes. Seamless pipes are more expensive to produce due to complex manufacturing processes. Seamless pipe is difficult to repair as compared to welded pipe. Welded pipe is susceptible to corrosion, but seamless pipe is corrosion-resistant. Before making a decision on seamless vs welded pipe, you should be aware of which fits your project best. In the field of seamless pipes and welded pipes, UNIASEN has nearly 20 years of experience in world trade exports.
Conclusion
Seamless steel pipes are widely used at the construction and transportation levels. I advise you to consult a steel pipe manufacturer who is an expert in the construction industry and can guide you in determining which type of steel pipe is best for your project. It is important to note precautions are essential to get deserving value.