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INOX STEEL INDIA is a leading manufacturer and exporter of Spiral Welded Tubes, also known as HSAW (Helical Submerged Arc Welded) Pipes, engineered for large-diameter, high-strength applications where long-distance fluid transportation or heavy structural loading is required. Produced using a helical forming and submerged arc welding process, Spiral Welded Tubes are the preferred solution for:
With diameters ranging from 400 mm to 3000+ mm, INOX STEEL INDIA supplies spiral welded pipes for large infrastructure projects across India, Middle East, Africa, Europe, and South America, backed by ISO, EN 10204, and API 5L certification.
Spiral Welded Pipes are manufactured by forming a steel coil into a helical shape and welding the adjoining edges using submerged arc welding (internal + external) to produce a high-strength, long-length, large-diameter pipe. Also known as Spiral Weld Pipe, Spiral Submerged Arc Welded Pipe (SSAW), Helical SAW Pipe, HSAW Pipe, or Spiral Welded Steel Pipe. Their helical welding structure allows for superior flexibility in diameter and thickness, making them ideal for large-diameter pipeline construction.
Standards: IS 3589 • API 5L • ASTM A252 • ASTM A139 • EN 10219 • EN 10224
Application: Water transmission • Structural piles • Marine piles • Oil & gas • Penstocks • Sewerage lines
ONE SINGLE CONSOLIDATED TABLE (INOX STEEL INDIA FORMAT)
| Section | Parameter | Technical Specification |
|---|---|---|
| General | Product | Spiral Welded Steel Tubes / Helical Submerged Arc Welded (HSAW) Pipes |
| Alternate Names | Spiral Weld Pipe • Spiral Welded Pipe • SSAW Pipe • HSAW Pipe | |
| Manufacturing Method | Helical Submerged Arc Welding (Internal + External) | |
| Application Category | Water Transmission • Oil & Gas • Piling • Structural • Slurry Lines • Penstocks | |
| Standards | IS 3589 • API 5L (PSL1 / PSL2) • ASTM A252 • ASTM A139 • EN 10219 • EN 10224 | |
| Material Grades | Carbon Steel Grades | IS 2062 (E250 / E350), IS 10748, API 5L Gr B / X42 / X46 / X52 / X56 / X60 |
| Special Grades | API 2B (for offshore piles), High-yield structural grades | |
| Dimensional Range | Outside Diameter (OD) | 400 mm – 3000 mm (custom up to 3500 mm) |
| Wall Thickness (WT) | 4 mm – 25.4 mm | |
| Length | 6m – 18m (Up to 25m with special handling) | |
| Tolerance | OD ±1% • WT ±10% • Straightness ≤1.5 mm/m | |
| Mechanical Properties | IS 3589 Fe 330 | YS ≥ 207 MPa • TS ≥ 330 MPa • Elongation ≥ 20% |
| API 5L X52 | YS ≥ 360 MPa • TS ≥ 460 MPa | |
| API 5L X60 | YS ≥ 415 MPa • TS ≥ 520 MPa | |
| Chemical Composition (Typical) | IS 3589 | C ≤ 0.20% • Mn ≤ 1.5% • Si ≤ 0.45% |
| API 5L X42 – X60 | C ≤ 0.26% • Mn ≤ 1.4% • Nb/V/Ti micro-alloyed | |
| Welding Characteristics | Weld Type | Helical SAW (Submerged Arc Weld) – Internal + External |
| Weld Penetration | Full-penetration multi-pass weld | |
| NDT | Radiographic Test (RT) • Ultrasonic Test (UT) • Online Weld Monitoring | |
| Edge Milling | CNC controlled to ensure perfect fit-up | |
| Testing & QA | Mandatory Tests | Hydrostatic Test • UT/RT • Bend Test • Flattening Test • Impact Test (as per API) |
| Optional | CVN Test • DWTT • Hardness • Coating Thickness • Burst Testing | |
| Certifications | EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2 • API 5L Monogram (if required) | |
| Coating Options | Internal/External | 3LPE • 3LPP • FBE • Bitumen • Cement Mortar Lining • Epoxy Coating |
| Applications | Water Transmission | IS 3589 / EN 10224 |
| Oil & Gas Pipelines | API 5L X42–X60 | |
| Structural Piling | ASTM A252 Grade 1/2/3 | |
| Marine & Offshore Piles | API 2B | |
| Penstocks for Hydropower | IS 3589 / API 5L | |
| Sewerage & Drainage Lines | ASTM A139 | |
| End Conditions | End Type | Plain End • Bevelled End • Welded Rings |
| Fabrication Options | Lengths up to 25m • Flanges • Pile Shoes • Lifting Hooks | |
| HSN Code | Carbon Steel Spiral Welded Tubes | 7305.31.00 |
| Feature | Spiral Welded (HSAW) | ERW |
| Diameter Range | 400–3000 mm | Up to ~600 mm |
| Wall Thickness | Up to 25.4 mm | Limited |
| Seam Type | Helical | Longitudinal |
| Weld Method | SAW (internal + external) | HF-ERW |
| Applications | Water pipelines, oil/gas, piling | Structural, low-pressure |
| Cost | More economical for large sizes | Costly for large OD |
Water & Irrigation:
Large-diameter pipelines for drinking water, raw water intake, and irrigation networks.
Oil & Gas Pipelines:
API 5L X42–X60 grades used for low/medium pressure crude and gas transport.
Structural Piling:
HSAW piles for ports, harbors, bridges, and high-rise foundations.
Hydropower Penstocks:
Thick-wall spiral tubes for high-pressure water feed to turbines.
Sewerage & Slurry:
Cement-lined or epoxy-coated pipes for wastewater and abrasive slurry.
India:
Middle East & Africa:
Europe & Americas:
INOX STEEL INDIA supplies spiral weld pipes with 3LPE, epoxy, cement lining, and API certification.
| OD (mm) | Approx. OD (Inch) | WT (mm) | Length | Typical Application |
| 400 – 610 | 16″ – 24″ | 4 – 10 | 6–18m | Water / structural |
| 610 – 914 | 24″ – 36″ | 5 – 14 | 6–18m | Water / oil & gas |
| 914 – 1420 | 36″ – 56″ | 6 – 18 | 6–18m | Transmission mains / piles |
| 1420 – 2000 | 56″ – 80″ | 8 – 22 | 6–18m | Penstocks / heavy piles |
| 2000 – 3000 | 80″ – 118″ | 10 – 25.4 | up to 25m | Large penstocks / marine piles |
| Product Type | OD Range | Price (INR/kg) | Price (USD/kg) | Typical Use |
| MS Spiral Welded (IS 3589) | 400–914 mm | ₹ 68 – ₹ 88 | $ 1.00 – $ 1.25 | Water / irrigation |
| API 5L Gr B Spiral Pipe | 400–1420 mm | ₹ 75 – ₹ 105 | $ 1.10 – $ 1.45 | Oil & gas |
| API 5L X52 / X60 Spiral | 400–2000 mm | ₹ 88 – ₹ 130 | $ 1.30 – $ 1.80 | Cross-country pipelines |
| Spiral Piling (ASTM A252) | 400–2500 mm | ₹ 80 – ₹ 135 | $ 1.20 – $ 1.90 | Bridge / marine piles |
| 3LPE Coated Spiral Pipe | 400–2000 mm | ₹ 110 – ₹ 170 | $ 1.60 – $ 2.40 | Buried pipelines |
| Cement-Lined Spiral Pipe | 600–3000 mm | ₹ 100 – ₹ 160 | $ 1.45 – $ 2.25 | Water / sewerage mains |
Final price depends on grade, coating, test level, project quantity & delivery terms.
For buyers searching for spiral welded pipe manufacturers in India or Gujarat, INOX STEEL INDIA is strategically located and supplies to Mumbai, Thane, Pune, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat, Nagpur, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, and Delhi NCR. We support turnkey contractors, EPCs, and government projects with complete quality traceability.
| Industry | Usage | Product Type |
| Water Supply & Irrigation | Transmission mains | IS 3589 Spiral Pipes |
| Oil & Gas | Cross-country pipelines | API 5L Spiral Welded |
| Marine & Offshore | Pile foundations | ASTM A252 / API 2B |
| Hydropower Projects | Penstocks | Heavy-wall spiral tubes |
| Infrastructure & Metro | Structural piles | Large OD spiral tubes |
| Sewerage Systems | Effluent pipelines | Cement-lined spiral pipes |
Our export-grade packaging ensures pipes arrive safely at project sites. Includes HDPE/LDPE wrapping, steel strapping, and wooden saddles for container or break-bulk shipment.
Regular Exports to: UAE • Qatar • Oman • Saudi Arabia • Kuwait • South Africa • Kenya • Egypt • Europe • Bangladesh • Sri Lanka.
For water transmission, piling, hydropower, or oil & gas pipeline projects — choose certified Spiral Welded Pipes made with precision and reliability.
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It is made by helically forming a steel coil, followed by internal and external submerged arc welding (SAW). Spiral: Best for large diameters (400–3000 mm), heavy wall thickness, long-distance pipelines. ERW: Best for small/medium diameters up to ~600 mm. 3LPE, 3LPP, FBE, bitumen, epoxy lining, cement mortar lining. IS 2062 • IS 3589 • API 5L (Gr B to X60) • ASTM A252 for piles. Yes — SGS, TUV, Lloyds, DNV, BV, and customer-nominated agencies. How is spiral welded pipe manufactured?
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INOX STEEL INDIA is a leading manufacturer of Spiral Welded (HSAW) Pipes for water transmission, piling, hydropower, and oil & gas pipelines. Large diameter 400–3000 mm, IS 3589, API 5L certified. Supplier in Mumbai & Gujarat. Coatings: 3LPE, FBE, Cement Lining.