Here in the heart of Addis Ababa, Desta Steel stands as a trusted partner for industries across Ethiopia and beyond, committed to delivering robust and reliable solutions. We are proud to supply high-quality Carbon Steel API X52 5L PSL 1 Pipes, engineered to meet the rigorous demands of high-pressure environments. Our commitment extends beyond just supply; we ensure every pipe meets stringent standards, providing our clients with the confidence that comes from using materials built for endurance and performance in critical applications.
These pipes are crafted from a specific carbon-manganese steel composition, balanced to offer an excellent combination of strength and weldability. The key to their performance lies in their mechanical properties, including a minimum yield strength of 52,000 psi, which ensures they can handle significant internal pressures. This reliable strength, coupled with good toughness, makes them a go-to choice for projects where structural integrity under stress is absolutely non-negotiable for long-term safety and operation.
| Grade of material | X52 / L390 (N, M, Q, R) |
| X52 Steel LSAW / DSAW | 16’OD TO 54″ OD (8 MM TO 50 MM THK) |
| Standard | ISO 3183 L390/ API 5L X52 |
| API 5L X52 Seamless Pipe (OD) | 21.3 – 660mm ( Inch 1/2” – 26”) |
| X52 SAW | 16″ – 100″ NB |
| API 5L X52 PSL1 ERW and HFW | 1/2” NB – 24” NB |
| API 5L X52 PSL1 Pipe end | Square Cut, Chamfering, Grooved, Buttweld, Thread Cutting, Squared Ends, Deburring, Flanged Ends, Beveled End (BE), Socket, Cut Grooves, Vibrator Grinding, Coupling, Plain end (PE), Threaded Ends (Male & Female), Pub Joints, Screwed |
| Origin of X52 material | European, Chinese, Africa, Gulf, Asian, Ethiopia, Russian, American, Japan, Ukraine, Japanese, Indian, USA, Latin-American, Korean, |
| API 5L X52 Wall Thickness | SCH-STD, SCH160, SCH-XXS, SCH40, SCH-XS, SCH80 |
| Equivalent Standards | JIS, ANSI, EN, DIN, IS, UNI, ISO, AWWA, SS, AISI, NFA, BS, GOST, SA, KS, API, C ASTM, SAE, GB, |
| PSL Level | |
| Coating for API 5L X52 Line Pipe | Galvanized, 3PP, Varnished, 3LPE, lined pipe, Black Painting, 3PE, CRA clad, FBE, Anti-Rust Oil |
| Carbon Steel Steel Grade | Mass fraction, % based on heat and product analyses a,g | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | Mn | P | S | V | Nb | Ti | |
| max b | max b | max | max | max | max | max | |
| X52 | 0.28 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 0.3 | d | d | d |
| Pipe Grade | Tensile Properties – Pipe Body of SMLS and Welded Pipes PSL 1 | Seam of Welded Pipe | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yield Strength a | Tensile Strength a | Elongation | Tensile Strength b | |
| Rt0,5 PSI Min | Rm PSI Min | (in 2in Af % min) | Rm PSI Min | |
| X52 | 52,200 | 66,700 | c | 66,700 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| API 5L X52 Pipe types | API 5L X52 Pipe Size (mm) | Tolerances | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot rolled API 5L X52 Seamless Pipe | OD | <50 | ±0.50mm |
| ≥50 | ±1% | ||
| WT | <4 | ±12.5% | |
| ≥4～20 | +15%, -12.5% | ||
| >20 | ±12.5% | ||
| Cold drawn API 5L X52 Seamless Pipe | OD | 6～10 | ±0.20mm |
| 10～30 | ±0.40mm | ||
| 30～50 | ±0.45 | ||
| >50 | ±1% | ||
| WT | <1 | ±0.15mm | |
| >1～3 | + 15%, – 10% | ||
| >3 | + 12.5%, – 10% | ||
Desta Steel is a leading supplier of high-quality Carbon Steel API X52 5L PSL 1 Pipes products in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. We focus on steel solutions and offer a variety of products. This includes Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel, and Galvanized Steel. Our products are Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets, and Plates. We are known for our good delivery and excellent customer care. We aim to provide strong and durable steel materials for many industrial uses. We work hard to meet high standards, making us a trusted partner for your steel needs.
You will typically find these API X52 pipes playing a vital role in the backbone of our energy infrastructure, primarily in the construction of seamless or welded transmission pipelines for oil and natural gas. Their robust nature also makes them perfectly suited for gathering lines that transport raw materials from the source. Beyond the energy sector, their proven reliability lends them to other demanding industrial applications, including high-flow process piping in large plants and structural components for heavy-duty supports in construction projects.
Desta Steel is a leading manufacturer, supplier and exporter of high-quality Carbon Steel, Alloy Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel products. Our extensive product range includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Pipe Fittings, Forged Fittings, Sheets and Plates, catering to various industries in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
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