Steel tubing is a plumbing item whose variations are useful in many home and business applications. The choice of a steel pipe or tube fitting is primarily based on whether or not it is compatible with the drinking water network. From stainless steel tubes to galvanized steel tubes, including cast iron tubes, offered by Api 5l Grade B Pipe Suppliers, learn more about metal solutions in plumbing.
Which Steel Tube to Choose?
The reliable Api 5l X42 Pipe Suppliers offer a whole range of steel pipes to meet specific applications; some of them include:
The black steel tube, or TAN
The black steel tube is coated with scale (hence its black appearance) to prevent the appearance of rust. It is all the same as crude steel, which can only be used for heating networks and gas transport networks. The TAN can be connected by screwing or by torch welding.
The galvanized steel tube, or TAG
The TAG is made of the same metal as the TAN, but unlike the latter, the galvanized steel tube is coated with a layer of zinc, inside and out, which completely protects it from corrosion. This feature makes it usable in sanitary and fire networks. The galvanized steel tube has a long life and requires little maintenance. The TAG is assembled by screwing or by hard soldering.
The stainless steel tube
Unlike the TAG, the stainless steel tube is not coated with a protective layer. The stainless steel is made of stainless by its very composition, comprising 10% chromium. The stainless steel A335 P11 Pipe is also composed of iron, carbon, nickel, and titanium. If it is perfect for a drinking water network, the stainless steel tube can also resist corrosive chemicals, making it particularly interesting in the industry.
Stainless steel tubing is a level above galvanized steel tubing in terms of longevity, but its cost is slightly higher. It also offers a more pleasant design if it has to be visible and turns out to be fully recyclable at the end of its life.
The electro-galvanized steel tube
The electro-galvanized steel tube offered by Api 5l X65 Pipe Suppliers also has a protective zinc coating. However, it is not compatible with a drinking water network. The electro-galvanized tube is used to make heating or air conditioning installations. Lighter than the black steel tube because its wall is much thinner, its implementation is simplified by this reduction in weight which allows easy fixing. The electro-galvanized tube can be assembled by crimping or by instant connection.
The cast iron tube
Cast iron is characterized by a carbon content greater than 2%. Cast iron tubing is the hardest of all steel tubing. It is very difficult to weld (because of the carbon) and does not form: the cast iron breaks where the steel deforms under pressure. This pipe type is mainly used for drinking water connections in buildings and collective housing. It is installed using a whole range of cast iron fittings. You can buy these pipes from Api 5l X52 Pipe Suppliers based on your needs!
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