Thabiso Steel, a reputable manufacturer and supplier located in Cape Town, South Africa, provides a diverse selection of industrial-grade steel products designed to meet rigorous performance standards. One of their standout offerings is the Carbon Steel BS3059-1 Pipe, a top-notch boiler and heat exchanger tube crafted for pressure systems that operate at high temperatures. This pipe is produced in line with British Standard BS3059 Part 1 and is commonly utilized in power plants, steam systems, and industrial boiler applications. With a strong commitment to quality control and compliance with international specifications, Thabiso Steel guarantees consistent reliability and performance across all its piping solutions.
The Carbon Steel BS3059-1 Pipe is specifically engineered for high-temperature, low- to medium-pressure applications, such as boilers and heat exchangers. It typically contains between 0.10% and 0.20% carbon and 0.30% to 0.60% manganese, along with minimal amounts of phosphorus and sulfur. These pipes boast impressive tensile strength (usually ranging from 320 to 450 MPa) and exceptional heat resistance. They are generally available in either cold-drawn or hot-finished forms and may undergo normalization to enhance mechanical stability. The low carbon content ensures excellent weldability and formability, making the pipe ideal for the fabrication and bending processes required in pressure system construction.
| BS1387 | |||
| C | Mn | P | S |
| S,W | 0.2 | 1.2 | 0.045Max |
| BS1387 | Yield point Min Mpa | Tensile Strength Mpa | Elongation (%) |
| ≥195 | 325~460 | ≥20 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| Maximum Allowable Pressure (psi) | ||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NPS | Outside Diameter | Schedule | ||||||||||||
| (in) | (in) | 10 | 20 | 30 | STD | 40 | 60 | XS | 80 | 100 | 120 | 140 | 160 | XXS |
| 1/4 | 0.54 | 7985 | 7985 | 10798 | 10798 | |||||||||
| 3/8 | 0.675 | 6606 | 6606 | 9147 | 9147 | |||||||||
| 1/2 | 0.84 | 6358 | 6358 | 8575 | 8575 | 10908 | 17150 | |||||||
| 3/4 | 1.05 | 5273 | 5273 | 7187 | 7187 | 10220 | 14373 | |||||||
| 1 | 1.315 | 4956 | 4956 | 6670 | 6670 | 9316 | 13340 | |||||||
| 1 1/4 | 1.66 | 4133 | 4133 | 5638 | 5638 | 7380 | 11276 | |||||||
| 1 1/2 | 1.9 | 3739 | 3739 | 5158 | 5158 | 7247 | 10316 | |||||||
| 2 | 2.375 | 3177 | 3177 | 4498 | 4498 | 7097 | 8995 | |||||||
| 2 1/2 | 2.875 | 3460 | 3460 | 4704 | 4704 | 6391 | 9408 | |||||||
| 3 | 3.5 | 3024 | 3024 | 4200 | 4200 | 6132 | 8400 | |||||||
| 3 1/2 | 4 | 2769 | 2769 | 3896 | 3896 | |||||||||
| 4 | 4.5 | 2581 | 2581 | 3670 | 3670 | 4769 | 5782 | 7339 | ||||||
| 5 | 5.563 | 2273 | 2273 | 3303 | 3303 | 4404 | 5505 | 6606 | ||||||
| 6 | 6.625 | 2071 | 2071 | 3195 | 3195 | 4157 | 5318 | 6390 | ||||||
| 8 | 8.625 | 1420 | 1574 | 1829 | 1829 | 2307 | 2841 | 2841 | 3375 | 4085 | 4613 | 5147 | 4971 | |
| 10 | 10.75 | 1140 | 1399 | 1664 | 1664 | 2279 | 2279 | 2708 | 3277 | 3847 | 4558 | 5128 | 4558 | |
| 12 | 12.75 | 961 | 1268 | 1441 | 1560 | 2160 | 1922 | 2644 | 3244 | 3843 | 4324 | 5042 | 3843 | |
| 14 | 14 | 875 | 1092 | 1313 | 1313 | 1533 | 2079 | 1750 | 2625 | 3283 | 3829 | 4375 | 4921 | |
| 16 | 16 | 766 | 956 | 1148 | 1148 | 1531 | 2009 | 1531 | 2585 | 3157 | 3733 | 4404 | 4882 | |
| 18 | 18 | 681 | 849 | 1192 | 1021 | 1530 | 2042 | 1361 | 2553 | 3147 | 3743 | 4252 | 4848 | |
| 20 | 20 | 613 | 919 | 1225 | 919 | 1455 | 1989 | 1225 | 2526 | 3138 | 3675 | 4288 | 4824 | |
| 22 | 22 | 557 | 835 | 1114 | 835 | 1949 | 1114 | 2506 | 3063 | 3619 | 4176 | 4733 | ||
| 24 | 24 | 510 | 766 | 1147 | 766 | 1405 | 1978 | 1021 | 2489 | 3126 | 3700 | 4210 | 4786 | |
| 30 | 30 | 510 | 817 | 1021 | 613 | 817 | ||||||||
| 32 | 32 | 478 | 766 | 957 | 574 | 1054 | ||||||||
| 34 | 34 | 450 | 721 | 901 | 540 | 992 | ||||||||
| 36 | 36 | 425 | 681 | 851 | 510 | 1021 | ||||||||
| 42 | 42 | 583 | 729 | 438 | 875 | |||||||||
Carbon Steel BS3059-1 Pipe is extensively used in industries that demand dependable thermal and mechanical performance under pressure. It is frequently installed in steam boilers, economizers, heat exchangers, air preheaters, and other thermal equipment found in power generation plants, refineries, and industrial processing facilities. These pipes are also well-suited for marine boiler systems and utility heating networks. Thanks to their ability to endure thermal cycling and internal pressure, they play a crucial role in any industrial setup.
The utilization of Carbon Steel BS3059-1 pipes in industries is very high, especially when strength and resistance to corrosion are considered. In the oil and gas industry, they find their major usage in transportation systems as well as in pipelines subjected to extremely high pressure. These are also used in power plants, chemical processing units, and in water treatment plants, where fluids and gases need to be carried. Apart from these, Carbon Steel BS3059-1 pipes are used in the construction sector for frameworks and mechanical applications. Since it tolerates strict conditions, an added advantage of being cost-effective stands with these pipes. Thus, for industries looking for dependable piping for a longer period of time, they stand as an ideal choice.
ThabisoSteel 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 Cape Town, South Africa.
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