Seamless Pipe

Seamless Pipe Manufacturer, Stockist & Exporter in India – Exotic Metals LLP

Introduction: The Ultimate in Pressure and Performance

At Exotic Metals LLP, our Seamless Pipes are the definitive solution for high-pressure, high-temperature, and critical safety applications. Unlike welded pipes, a seamless pipe is manufactured from a solid cylindrical steel billet that is heated and pushed or pulled over a piercing rod until the steel is shaped into a hollow tube. This process ensures the complete absence of any longitudinal or circumferential weld seams.

Seamless Pipe Manufacturer & Supplier in India

The primary advantage of a seamless pipe lies in its structural homogeneity. Without a weld seam, the pipe possesses uniform mechanical properties and can withstand significantly higher internal pressures and external stresses without the risk of seam failure. As a premier manufacturer and exporter in India, Exotic Metals LLP provides seamless piping that serves as the lifeblood of the global energy, petrochemical, and aerospace industries—where the integrity of the piping system is non-negotiable.

Technical Specification Table

Feature Details
Outside Diameter (OD) 1/8" (10.3 mm) to 36" (914 mm)
Wall Thickness 1.0 mm to 100 mm (Schedule 5 to Schedule XXS)
Standard Specifications ASTM A106 Gr B/C, A53, A333, A312, API 5L, EN 10216
Length Single Random, Double Random, or Fixed up to 12.5 meters
Manufacturing Hot Rolled, Cold Drawn, or Hot Pierced
Surface Finish Pickled, Polished, Black Phosphated, Varnished, or Bare
Ends Plain, Beveled, Threaded, or Victaulic Grooved

Primary Types of Seamless Pipes

Exotic Metals LLP offers specialized seamless sections tailored to meet various industrial thermal and chemical challenges:

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Grade Range: Standard to High-Performance Alloys

We stock and manufacture seamless pipes in a vast array of materials to ensure compliance with global project requirements:

  1. Carbon Steel: ASTM A106 Gr. B/C, A53, A333 Gr. 1/3/6, API 5L Gr. B to X80.
  2. Stainless Steel: 304, 304L, 316, 316L, 316Ti, 317L, 321, 347, 904L.
  3. Duplex & Super Duplex: UNS S31803, S32205, S32750, S32760.
  4. Alloy Steel: ASTM A335 P1, P5, P9, P11, P22, P91 (For high-pressure power piping).
  5. Nickel Alloys: Inconel 625, Monel 400, Hastelloy C276, Alloy 20.

Chemical Composition (%)

Our seamless pipes are verified for metallurgical purity to prevent cracking under high pressure.

Grade Carbon (C) Manganese (Mn) Chromium (Cr) Nickel (Ni) Molybdenum (Mo)
ASTM A106 Gr B 0.30 Max 0.29–1.06 0.40 Max 0.40 Max 0.15 Max
ASTM A312 316L 0.03 Max 2.00 Max 16.0–18.0 10.0–14.0 2.0–3.0
ASTM A335 P91 0.08–0.12 0.30–0.60 8.00–9.50 0.40 Max 0.85–1.05
Duplex 2205 0.03 Max 2.00 Max 22.0–23.0 4.5–6.5 3.0–3.5

Mechanical Properties

Tested to withstand the most demanding physical environments.

Grade Tensile (MPa) Yield (MPa) Elongation (%) Hardness (HB)
ASTM A106 Gr B 415 Min 240 Min 30% 137 Max
ASTM A312 316L 485 Min 170 Min 35% 192 Max
ASTM A335 P22 415 Min 205 Min 30% 163 Max
Duplex 2205 655 Min 450 Min 25% 290 Max

Standard Weight Chart (Theoretical)

Formula: $(OD - WT) \times WT \times 0.02466 = Weight (kg/m)$.

Size (NB) OD (mm) SCH 40 WT (mm) Weight (kg/m) SCH 80 WT (mm) Weight (kg/m)
1/2" 21.3 2.77 1.27 3.73 1.62
1" 33.4 3.38 2.50 4.55 3.24
2" 60.3 3.91 5.44 5.54 7.48
4" 114.3 6.02 16.07 8.56 22.32
6" 168.3 7.11 28.26 10.97 42.56
10" 273.1 9.27 60.31 15.09 95.97
12" 323.8 10.31 79.73 17.48 132.08

Delivery & Packaging Information

At Exotic Metals LLP, we recognize that seamless pipes are precision assets. Our logistics ensure they remain defect-free:

  1. End Protection: All seamless pipes are fitted with heavy-duty plastic end caps to prevent internal contamination and protect beveled edges.
  2. Surface Guard: To prevent atmospheric corrosion, pipes are coated with black lacquer, 3LPE (Three-Layer Polyethylene), or FBE (Fusion Bonded Epoxy) based on client request.
  3. Secure Bundling: Small diameter pipes are hexagonal-bundled with steel strapping. Large-diameter pipes are delivered with protective end-rings and padded slings.
  4. International Logistics: For maritime export, bundles are wrapped in waterproof HDPE fabric and packed in reinforced steel-framed crates to ensure stability during the voyage.
  5. Traceability: Every pipe is marked with the Heat Number, Size, Schedule, Grade.
  6. Quality Documentation: We supply Mill Test Certificates (MTC) as per EN 10204 3.1, along with 100% Ultrasonic Testing (UT) and Hydrostatic testing reports.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is Seamless pipe more expensive than Welded pipe?

The manufacturing process for seamless pipes—using solid billets and rotary piercing—is more complex and energy-intensive. Additionally, the lack of a weld seam makes the pipe safer for high-pressure applications, justifying the investment for critical projects.

Can Exotic Metals LLP provide "Hollow Bars" as Seamless Pipes?

Yes. In many mechanical engineering contexts, seamless pipes with heavy wall thicknesses are referred to as hollow bars. We provide these with precision-machined IDs for bushings and cylinder manufacturing.

What is the maximum pressure a seamless pipe can handle?

This depends on the material grade, diameter, and wall thickness (Schedule). Seamless pipes can handle pressures exceeding 10,000 PSI in specialized hydraulic and high-pressure steam applications.

Does Exotic Metals LLP offer "Cold Drawn" seamless pipes?

Yes. Cold-drawn seamless (CDS) pipes are pulled through a die at room temperature to achieve much smoother surface finishes and extremely tight dimensional tolerances compared to hot-rolled pipes.