Corten Steel ASTM A242 Pipe & Tube Supplier

Corten Steel ASTM A242 Pipes & Tubes Supplier

Corten Steel ASTM A242 pipes are alloy steel pipes manufactured in accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standard. These pipes find extensive use in construction applications demanding robust attributes like high strength, corrosion resistance, and heat resistance. Classified as chromium-molybdenum alloy pipes, ASTM A242 Pipes boast exceptional qualities such as weldability, formability, toughness, and resistance to atmospheric corrosion. They are particularly known for their good abrasion resistance, making them ideal for wearing surfaces in components like valves, pumps, and various other applications.

ASTM A242 Steel Pipes belong to an alloy steel grade composed of iron, carbon, and additional elements like molybdenum, manganese, chromium, nickel, copper, and vanadium. Typically, these pipes contain carbon content ranging between 0.25% and 0.50%, with the rest comprising alloyed materials as mentioned above.

The composition of the alloy steel can be tailored to achieve specific properties desired for the pipe. Various grades are available, including ASTM A423 Grade 1 Pipes, ASTM A709-50W Pipes, among others, offering versatility and suitability for a wide range of construction needs.

ASTM A242 has a 50ksi minimum yield strength and a 70ksi minimum tensile strength. Corten Steel ASTM A242 Pipes are highly versatile and renowned for their strength, making them suitable for a wide range of applications. 

ASTM A242 Pipe commonly utilized in structural applications where corrosion resistance is paramount. These pipes also serve as reliable piping solutions for transporting gases or liquids, especially in environments where temperature fluctuations are expected over time.

In addition to their structural roles, Corten Steel ASTM A242 Pipes are frequently employed in plumbing systems due to their corrosion-resistant properties. They are also favored for use in mechanical components, including car suspensions and industrial machinery components, where strength and durability are critical requirements.

Furthermore, we specialize in manufacturing Corten Steel SAILCOR Pipes, which are designed to meet specific industry standards and performance needs. This comprehensive range of pipes underscores our commitment to providing high-quality solutions tailored to diverse applications across various sectors.

ASME SA 242 Corten Steel Pipes offer a comprehensive range of benefits that make them a highly sought-after choice in various industries. Their durability stands out, ensuring long-term performance even in challenging environments. With high tensile strength, these pipes can withstand substantial loads and structural stresses, while their good ductility and formability allow for easy shaping and forming during fabrication processes.

One of the key advantages of these pipes is their excellent weldability, enabling seamless integration into diverse structural configurations. They also boast exceptional corrosion resistance, particularly in harsh atmospheric conditions, which reduces the risk of degradation over time and contributes to lower maintenance costs throughout their lifespan. Furthermore, their excellent fatigue strength ensures reliable performance under cyclic loading conditions, making them ideal for demanding applications.

In terms of machinability, ASME SA 242 Corten Steel Pipes are easy to work with, enhancing efficiency during manufacturing and fabrication processes. Their great wear resistance and good temperature tolerance further add to their suitability for a wide range of operating conditions. Additionally, these pipes exhibit excellent impact resistance, reducing the risk of damage in high-impact scenarios.

Even at elevated temperatures, up to 600°F (316°C), they maintain their high tensile strength, making them versatile across various temperature ranges. Cost-effectiveness is another highlight, as they offer comparable performance to stainless steel piping solutions at a lower cost. Lastly, their lower emission levels compared to non-alloy steel grades contribute to environmental sustainability, making them an environmentally friendly choice.

Overall, ASME SA 242 Corten Steel Pipes combine durability, high performance, cost-efficiency, and environmental sustainability, making them a reliable and preferred option for diverse applications in construction, manufacturing, and other industries.

Corten Steel ASTM A242 Pipe & Tube Specification

Standards ASTM A 242 / ASME SA 242
Shape round, square,rectangular, Hydraulic, Honed Tubes
Size Range ½” OD to 16” OD
Length Single Random, Double Random & Cut Length
Type Weathering Steel
End Plain End, Beveled End

ASTM A242 Corten Steel Pipes Chemical Composition

Grade C Mn P S Cu
ASTM A242 0.15 max 1.00 max 0.15 max 0.05 max 0.20 min

Corten A242 Weathering Steel Tube Mechanical Properties

Grade Yield Strength
Min Mpa
Tensile Strength
Min Mpa
Elongation
% (min)
ASTM A242
480 345 16

A242 Corten Steel Pipe Equivalent

GRADE AMERICAN ASTM BRITISH STANDARD GERMAN DIN JAPANESEJIS
ASTM A242 ASTM A423
GR.1
ASTM A214
BS-6323-5
BS-6323-6
DIN 17177
EN 10217-1 AND 2
EN 10305-2 AND 3
JIS G 3445

ASTM A242 Corten Steel Pipe Dimension Range

Grade Product types Width
(in)
Thickness
(in)
Length
(in)
A242 Mill Plate 72 to 120 0.250 to 0.750 120 to 1020
A242 Temper Leveled Plate 48 to 96 0.100 to 0.625 72 to 720
Coil for Conversion To 60 to 96 0.188 to 0.500

Corten Steel ASTM A242 Pipe Heat Treatment

Temperature °C Heat Treatment
550 – 600 [target 580] Stress Relieving
860 – 940 [target 910] Normalising

Application Of Corten Steel ASTM A242 Pipes & Tubes

Corten Steel manufacture industry
  • Petrochemical Industry
  • Chemical Industry
  • Oil and Gas Industry
  • Pulp & Paper Indusry
  • Power Plant Industry
  • Food Processing Industry
  • Pharmaceuticals Industry
  • Energy Industry
  • Aerospace Industry
  • Paper & Pulp Industry
  • Offshore and Onshore Services
  • Sugar Industry

Corten Weathering Steel ASTM A242 Pipe We Supply Globally

We Supply Our Corten Weathering Steel ASTM A242 Pipe to various countries like Tunisia, United States, Kazakhstan, Belgium, Turkey, Poland, Poland, Austria, Brazil, Mexico, Nigeria, Bahrain, India, Iran, Peru, Israel, Lithuania, Namibia, Philippines, Sri Lanka, Egypt, Trinidad & Tobago, Ukraine, France, Canada, Morocco, Belarus, Switzerland, Angola, Iran, Bangladesh, Lebanon, Azerbaijan, Portugal, Iraq, Nigeria, Gabon, Vietnam, Ecuador, Bulgaria, Yemen, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Romania, Pakistan, Kenya, Serbia, Bhutan, Norway, Puerto Rico, New Zealand, Sweden, Indonesia, Netherlands, Italy, Taiwan, Ireland, Colombia, Oman, Chile, Russia, Afghanistan, Macau, United Kingdom, Greece, Malaysia, Costa Rica, Estonia, Qatar, Libya, Mongolia, Argentina, South Korea, Australia, Slovakia, Denmark, Tibet, Finland, United Arab Emirates, Mexico, Kuwait, Croatia, Thailand, China, Zimbabwe, Nepal, Singapore, Germany, Venezuela, Gambia, Algeria, Chile, Hong Kong, Ghana, Japan, Jordan, South Africa, Czech Republic, Bolivia, Hungary.

Corten Weathering Steel ASTM A242 Pipe We Supply Worldwide

We Supply Our Corten Weathering Steel ASTM A242 Pipe to various cities like Atyrau, Sydney, Lahore, Cairo, Tehran, Edmonton, Calgary, Granada, Kanpur, Petaling Jaya, Lagos, Haryana, Montreal, Perth, Navi Mumbai, Courbevoie, Bengaluru, Karachi, Ernakulam, Bogota, Ahvaz, Kolkata, La Victoria, Jeddah, Pimpri-Chinchwad, Baroda, Pune, New Delhi, Colombo, Coimbatore, Rajkot, Hyderabad, Al Khobar, Vung Tau, Gurgaon, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai, Milan, Bhopal, Surat, Visakhapatnam, Hong Kong, Port-of-Spain, Manama, Ranchi, Singapore, Kuwait City, Secunderabad, Melbourne, Nagpur, Jaipur, Ho Chi Minh City, Sharjah, Aberdeen, Ludhiana, Al Jubail, Abu Dhabi, Nashik, Howrah, Algiers, Houston, Bangkok, Brisbane, London, Chandigarh, Gimhae-si, Rio de Janeiro, Dallas, Riyadh, Busan, Thiruvananthapuram, Mexico City, Faridabad, Santiago, Chiyoda, Mumbai, Jakarta, Jamshedpur, Ankara, Noida, Ulsan, Thane, Los Angeles, Madrid, Geoje-si, Toronto, New York, Hanoi, Muscat, Seoul, Doha, Indore, Vadodara, Chennai, Dammam, Moscow, Istanbul, Caracas, Ahmedabad.

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