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API 5L / A106 Oil & Gas Pipeline Supplier & Exporter — Inox Steel India

Inox Steel India is a trusted supplier of Oil & Gas pipeline materials, providing complete solutions for upstream, midstream, and downstream operations.
We supply both API 5L Line Pipes and ASTM A106 High-Temperature Carbon Steel Pipes, which together form the backbone of modern pipeline networks.

API 5L is used for long-distance transmission of oil, natural gas, and hydrocarbons, while A106 is used for high-temperature refinery & process lines.
Both materials are essential in refineries, petrochemical plants, gas processing units, offshore platforms, compressor stations, and crude oil transportation networks.

Our pipes are manufactured using seamless, ERW, LSAW, and HSAW processes depending on project requirement, and supplied with coating, NDT, hydro test, and full API/ASME documentation.

Table of Contents

What Are Oil & Gas Pipeline Pipes? Why API 5L & A106 Are Essential

Oil & Gas pipelines operate under:

  • High pressure
  • Long-distance transportation
  • Temperature fluctuations
  • Corrosive environments
  • Sour service (H₂S)
  • Offshore/onshore stress
  • Mechanical strain & bending

Thus the materials must deliver:

  • High yield strength
  • Excellent toughness
  • Crack resistance
  • Superior weldability
  • Long service life
  • Compatibility with coatings

Why API 5L + A106 Are Always Used Together:

Pipe Type Use Case Why It’s Used
API 5L (PSL1/PSL2) Long-distance oil & gas pipelines High yield strength, coating compatibility, sour service
ASTM A106 Process piping inside refinery & gas plants Withstands high temperature & pressure

Together they complete pipe routing from wellhead → refinery → distribution network.

Manufacturing Process (Seamless / Welded) — Detailed & Project-Ready

Raw Material Inspection

  • Carbon steel billets (for seamless)
  • HR plates/coils (for LSAW/ERW/HSAW)
  • Chemical & mechanical analysis

Pipe Production

Seamless (API 5L / A106)

  • Hot piercing
  • Mandrel elongation
  • Stretch reduction
  • Heat treatment (N/T/QT depending on grade)

ERW (API 5L Grade B, X42–X70)

  • Coil forming
  • HF welding
  • Weld seam trimming
  • NDT testing

LSAW / HSAW (Large Diameter API 5L)

  • Plate forming
  • Submerged arc welding
  • Automatic welding
  • Bead grinding & X-ray

Heat Treatment

  • Normalizing
  • Quenching + Tempering (for PSL2, X60–X80)
  • Stress relieving

Mandatory NDT

  • Ultrasonic test (UT)
  • Radiography (for LSAW)
  • Eddy current test
  • Visual and dimensional inspection

Hydrostatic Test

Each pipe tested at required pipeline pressure.

Coating & Protection

  • 3LPE
  • FBE
  • CTE
  • Epoxy
  • Coal tar

API 5L PSL1 vs PSL2 — Quick Engineering Guide

Feature PSL1 PSL2
Chemistry Standard Stricter
Mechanical Testing Basic Mandatory impact testing
CVN Impact Test Optional Required
Sour Service Compatibility Limited Required for HIC/SSC
Weld Seam NDT Basic Enhanced
Documentation Standard Complete traceability & certification

Master Technical Datasheet — API 5L / A106 (OIL & GAS PIPES)

Parameter / Property API 5L (PSL1 / PSL2) ASTM A106 (Gr A/B/C)
Material Type Carbon–Manganese Line Pipe Steel High-Temperature Carbon Steel
Product Type Seamless / ERW / LSAW / HSAW Seamless Only
Common Grades Gr B, X42–X80 Grade A, B, C
PSL Levels PSL1 (Standard), PSL2 (Higher Testing) Not applicable
Usage Oil, gas, petroleum pipelines Steam, high-temp hydrocarbons
Temperature Capability Up to 250–350°C Up to 425°C
Min Yield Strength 245–555 MPa 240–275 MPa
Tensile Strength 415–760 MPa 415–550 MPa
Corrosion Resistance Moderate (coating required) Low
Pipe Type Seamless / ERW / LSAW / HSAW Seamless
Coating Options 3LPE, FBE, CTE, Epoxy, Varnish Varnish, Black
Hydrocarbon Suitability Excellent Excellent
Available OD Range ½” – 80″ ½” – 36″
Wall Thickness SCH 10 – SCH XXS / Custom SCH 20 – SCH XXS
Key Features Long-distance pipeline use High-temp process lines
Certification API Monogram ASME SA106
HSN Code 73051190 / 73059090 730419

Global & Domestic Industry Usage

India:

Used in:

  • ONGC
  • IOCL
  • GAIL
  • HPCL
  • Reliance & Nayara Energy
  • City Gas Distribution (CGD)

Middle East:

Used in:

  • ADNOC
  • ARAMCO
  • KNPC
  • QP
  • PDO

Africa:

Used in:

  • Crude pipeline projects
  • Gas transmission networks

Europe & Southeast Asia:

Used for:

  • Petrochemical plants
  • Onshore/offshore pipelines

Inox Steel India supplies API 5L & A106 pipes globally with certifications, TPI approvals, and project documentation.

Applications & Technical Specifications by Grade and Standard

Oil & Gas pipeline systems require a combination of high-strength line pipes (API 5L) and high-temperature process lines (A106). Below is the complete technical usage-guide.

API 5L – Pipeline Steel (PSL1 / PSL2)

Typical Applications

  • Crude oil pipelines
  • Natural gas transmission lines
  • Onshore & offshore pipeline networks
  • City gas distribution (CGD)
  • Hydrocarbon flowlines & gathering lines
  • Petroleum product pipelines
  • Cross-country transmission pipelines
  • High-pressure transportation lines

Service Characteristics

  • Pressure: Medium to very high
  • Temperature: Up to 250–350°C
  • Corrosion: Requires coating (3LPE/FBE/CTE)

Preferred Grades

  • Grade B
  • X42
  • X52 (most used worldwide)
  • X60 / X65
  • X70 / X80 (high-strength offshore/long distance)

Available Manufacturing Types

  • Seamless (SMLS)
  • ERW / HFIW
  • LSAW (Submerged Arc Welded)
  • HSAW (Spiral Welded)

Sizes Available

  • OD: ½” – 80”
  • WT: SCH 10 – SCH XXS / Custom

Industries

Oil | Gas | Pipeline EPC | Offshore | Petrochemical | Distribution networks

IS 3589 – Class B (Heavy Duty Carbon Steel Pipe)

Service Use:
High-strength & heavy-duty structural and pipeline applications.

Typical Applications:

  • Piling (most common use)
  • Structural columns
  • Bridges & culverts
  • Heavy water pipelines
  • Industrial fabrication
  • Pipe racks & supports
  • Large diameter welded pipes
  • Refinery & industrial utility networks

Size Availability:
OD: 219–2600 mm | WT: 5–25 mm | Length: 6m / 12m

Industries:
Infrastructure | EPC | Civil | Industrial | Marine

ASTM A106 – High-Temperature Carbon Steel (Seamless Only)

Typical Applications

  • Refinery process pipelines
  • Steam injection lines
  • Boiler & heater piping
  • High-temperature hydrocarbon transport
  • Condensate system lines
  • Gas processing unit pipelines

Service Characteristics

  • Temperature: Up to ~425°C
  • Pressure: High
  • Used for internal process lines within oil & gas plants

Common Grades

  • A106 Grade A
  • A106 Grade B
  • A106 Grade C (more high-temp)

Sizes Available

  • OD: ½” – 36”
  • Schedules: SCH 20 – XXS

Industries

Refinery | Petrochemical | Chemical | Gas Processing | Power Plants

API 5L / A106 Size & Dimensional Chart

NB Size OD (mm) SCH 40 WT (mm) SCH 80 WT (mm) SCH XXS WT (mm)
½” 21.3 2.77 3.73 4.78
1″ 33.4 3.38 4.55 6.35
2″ 60.3 3.91 5.54 8.74
3″ 88.9 5.49 7.62 11.13
4″ 114.3 6.02 8.56 13.49
6″ 168.3 7.11 10.97 18.26
8″ 219.1 8.18 12.70 23.01
10″ 273.0 9.27 15.09 28.58
12″ 323.9 9.53 17.48 33.32
16″ 406.4 12.70 23.01 41.28
20″ 508.0 15.09 28.58 50.01
24″ 610.0 17.48 33.32 55.00

API 5L / A106 — Price List (Indicative 2025)

API 5L – Line Pipes

Grade Type INR/kg USD/kg
API 5L Grade B ERW ₹ 75 – ₹ 105 $1.00 – $1.40
API 5L X42 ERW ₹ 85 – ₹ 115 $1.15 – $1.50
API 5L X52 PSL1 ERW / LSAW ₹ 100 – ₹ 145 $1.30 – $1.90
API 5L X52 PSL2 Seamless ₹ 140 – ₹ 185 $1.90 – $2.50
API 5L X60 / X65 LSAW / HSAW ₹ 125 – ₹ 180 $1.70 – $2.40
API 5L X70 / X80 LSAW / HSAW ₹ 145 – ₹ 220 $2.00 – $3.00

ASTM A106 – Seamless Pipes

Grade INR/kg USD/kg
A106 Grade A ₹ 110 – ₹ 140 $1.45 – $1.85
A106 Grade B ₹ 120 – ₹ 160 $1.55 – $2.10
A106 Grade C ₹ 135 – ₹ 175 $1.80 – $2.35

HSN Codes

API 5L (ERW/LSAW/HSAW): 73051190 / 73059090
A106 Seamless: 730419

Testing & Quality Assurance at Inox Steel India

API 5L & A106 are critical materials in Oil & Gas pipelines. We follow strict QA/QC.

Mandatory Mechanical Tests

  • Tensile & yield strength
  • Elongation
  • Impact test (PSL2)
  • Flattening & bending test

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

  • Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
  • Magnetic Particle Testing (MPI)
  • Eddy Current Test
  • Radiography (for LSAW + HSAW)
  • Visual & dimensional inspection

Hydrostatic Test

All pipes tested at high pressure as per API/A106 requirements.

Coating Tests (For API 5L)

  • Holiday test
  • Adhesion test
  • DFT (Dry Film Thickness) test
  • Cathodic disbandment test (3LPE)

Documentation Supplied

  • API 5L Monogram Certificate
  • EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
  • Hydro & NDT reports
  • Coating test certificates
  • Heat number traceability
  • Packing list, invoice, COO
  • TPI reports (SGS / TUV / BV / DNV / Lloyds)

Why Choose Inox Steel India for Oil & Gas Pipeline Materials?

Inox Steel India is a trusted supplier of API 5L Line Pipes and A106 Seamless Pipes for upstream, midstream & downstream Oil & Gas operations. Our pipelines are used across refineries, gas processing units, compressor stations, offshore platforms, and cross-country pipeline projects.

We supply materials from API monogram–approved mills, with full PSL1 / PSL2 compliance, NDT, hydro testing, coating, and global export documentation.

Top Reasons to Choose Inox Steel India

  1. Complete Range of Pipeline Materials: API 5L (B to X80) + A106 (A/B/C) available in seamless, ERW, LSAW & HSAW.
  2. PSL2 Grade Experts: Impact-tested, stricter chemistry, tougher performance for cross-country pipeline work.
  3. Coating Expertise (Mandatory for API Pipelines): 3LPE, 3LPP, FBE, CTE, Epoxy, Coal Tar
  4. Offshore/Onshore Pipeline Capability: Pipes engineered for external corrosion, high pressure & harsh conditions.
  5. Full TPI & Certification: SGS | BV | TUV | DNV | Lloyds — as per project requirement.
  6. Large Ready Stock for Shutdown/Emergency Jobs: A106 Gr B/C and API 5L Grade B / X52 are usually ready for dispatch.
  7. Reliable for EPC Projects Worldwide: We serve major EPC contractors in India, GCC, Africa, and Europe.

Industries & Pipeline Applications We Serve

Industry Pipeline Type Material
Oil Transportation Crude, petroleum pipelines API 5L X42–X70
Gas Transmission Cross-country gas transmission API 5L X52–X80 PSL2
Refineries High-temp process lines A106 Gr B/C
Petrochemical Hydrocarbon lines API 5L + A106
Offshore Subsea/structural pipelines LSAW X60–X80
City Gas Distribution CNG/PNG pipeline network API 5L Grade B/X42
LNG / LPG Plants Fuel pipelines API 5L PSL2
Compressor Stations High-pressure lines API 5L X60+
Oil Field Services Flowlines, gathering lines Seamless API 5L

Inox Steel India supplies both pipeline steel AND internal refinery piping, making it a one-stop partner for Oil & Gas projects.

Coating & Export Packaging

Pipeline coating is critical for Oil & Gas pipelines. We offer:

Coatings for API 5L

3LPE (Three-Layer Polyethylene)
3LPP (Three-Layer Polypropylene)
FBE (Fusion Bonded Epoxy)
Coal Tar Enamel (CTE)
Internal epoxy linings

Export Packaging

  • HDPE / Poly wrapping
  • End caps
  • Wooden saddles
  • Steel-strapped bundles
  • 3LPE pipes packed separately
  • Marking: Grade, Heat No., Standard, Coating

🌍 Major Export Destinations:
UAE • Qatar • Saudi Arabia • Oman • Bahrain • Kuwait
South Africa • Kenya • Nigeria • Egypt
Malaysia • Indonesia • Singapore
Netherlands • Italy • Spain • Poland

Oil & Gas Pipeline Supplier Near Alankar Cinema, Mumbai – Inox Steel India

If you are searching for API 5L or A106 pipeline suppliers near Alankar Cinema (Mumbai), Inox Steel India is your most dependable partner.

We offer:

API 5L PSL1 / PSL2 Line Pipes
Oil & Gas transmission pipes
Seamless / ERW / LSAW / HSAW
3LPE / FBE coatings
A106 Grade B/C seamless pipes
Ready stock for urgent pipeline repair & shutdown

Fast dispatch across Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Thane & global export.

Talk to Our Oil & Gas Pipeline Experts — Quick Response

We help with:
Line pipe selection
PSL1/PSL2 documentation
Coating choice (3LPE vs FBE)
BOQ preparation
Tender / EPC support

Inox Steel India

52-A, Mulji Thackersi Bldg, Islampura Street, Shop No. 10, Near Alankar Cinema, Mumbai – 400 004

Email

alloy@inoxsteelindia.in, steel@inoxsteelindia.in

Phone

+91 9930796690

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • X52 PSL2 (global standard for high-pressure pipeline networks)

Yes — we supply all API-approved coatings.

  • LSAW or HSAW in X60–X80 grade
  • High-strength, low-defect weld pipes

Yes — Mandatory CVN impact test for PSL2.

No — A106 is typically used inside refinery & gas plants for high-temperature service.

  • API 5L monogram certificate
  • EN 10204 3.1 MTC
  • Coating reports
  • Hydro/NDT
  • TPI approval

100% yes — GCC, Europe, Africa & Asia.

Order API 5L / A106 Oil & Gas Pipeline Pipes Today

Inox Steel India supplies API 5L PSL1/PSL2 Line Pipes and A106 Seamless Pipes for major Oil & Gas pipeline networks, refinery piping, and gas distribution systems.