Thabiso Steel, based in Cape Town, South Africa, is a reputable manufacturer and supplier of top-notch carbon steel products that cater to a variety of industrial needs. One of their standout offerings is the **Carbon Steel EN 10083-2 Grade C22R Pipe**, crafted to comply with rigorous European standards. This medium-carbon steel pipe is celebrated for its balanced strength and superb machinability, making it a popular choice in the mechanical engineering and manufacturing industries. Thabiso Steel is committed to maintaining strict quality controls for every pipe they deliver, ensuring customers receive durable and reliable solutions that are perfect for structural and engineering projects both in South Africa and beyond.
The Carbon Steel EN 10083-2 Grade C22R Pipes contain about **0.22% carbon**, along with carefully controlled amounts of manganese, phosphorus, and sulfur. This specific composition strikes a great balance between strength, ductility, and machinability. Typical mechanical properties include a **tensile strength ranging from 410 to 540 MPa**, a **yield strength of around 210 MPa**, and an **elongation of approximately 24%**. The C22R grade is particularly designed for heat treatment processes like quenching and tempering, which enhance hardness and strength while ensuring good toughness. These pipes are ideal for fabrication and machining, making them versatile for various industrial applications.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Material | EN 10083-2 Grade C22R Carbon Steel |
| Product | Seamless Pipes and Tubes |
| Carbon Content | Max 0.20% |
| Manganese Content | 0.50% – 1.40% |
| Characteristics | – Low-Cost: Cost-effective option for low-carbon steel pipes – Formability: Easy to form and shape – Surface Hardness: Not as hard as high carbon steel pipes, but can be – increased through carburizing |
| Standard | Manufactured as per EN 10083-2 specification |
| Commercial Reference | Referred to as CS (carbon steel) pipes or MS (mild steel) pipes |
| Carbon | Silicon | Manganese | Phosphorous | Sulphur | Molybdenum | Nickel | Chromium | Copper | Others |
| 0.17-0.24 | max 0.40 | 0.40-0.70 | 0.045 | 0.045 | max 0.10 | max 0.40 | max 0.40 | – | – |
| Yield Strength | Tensile Strength | Elongation A5 min | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPa min | ksi min | MPa min | MPa min | ksi min | Percentage |
|  |  | 430 | – | – | 24 |
| DIN | EN | BS | NFA | ASTM | ASME |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIN 17204 Grade Cm22 | EN 10083-2 Grade C22R | – | ASTM A519 Grade 1021 | ASME SA 519 Grade 1021 | – |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
You’ll often find Carbon Steel EN 10083-2 Grade C22R Pipes being used to manufacture mechanical components such as shafts, bolts, gears, and other parts that require moderate strength and excellent machinability. Their versatility makes them perfect for automotive parts, agricultural machinery, and general engineering applications. The ability of these pipes to undergo heat treatment boosts their wear resistance and durability, making them suitable for components that face dynamic and mechanical stresses. Thabiso Steel prides itself on precise manufacturing and consistent quality, providing clients with dependable products that meet their needs.
| Execution | Size Range | OD Tolerance | Wall tolerance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot-rolled Tube | OD – 80 mmOD > 80 mmWall < 12 mmWall – 12 mm | ± 0.4 mm± 0.5 % of OD | ± 0.7 mm± (5 % x wallthickness + 0.1 mm |
| Hot-rolled peeled tube | All sizesWall < 12 mmWall – 12 mm | + 0.25/- 0 mm | ± 0.8 mm± (5 % x wall thickness+ 0.2 mm) |
| Cold Worked tubecold-rolled or cold-drawn | OD < 40 mmOD 40 – 80 mmOD > 80 Wall Thickness < 6 mm Wall Thickness6 – 8 mm Wall Thickness > 8 | + 0.30/- 0 mm*+ 0.35/- 0 mm*+ 0.40/- 0 mm* | ± 0.30 mm± 0.35 mm± 0.40 mm |
CS EN 10083-2 Grade C22R Pipes are extensively used in automotive, manufacturing and construction industries because they are easily machinable, possess good weldability and assure strong reliability. They are frequently seen in structural frames, machinery components, transmission shafts and hydraulic applications. They are also utilized in pressure vessels, piping systems and industrial fabrication. Their endurance and affordability contribute towards them being suitable for agricultural machinery and general engineering purposes, providing firm and long-lasting performance.
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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