Product Description
Material OverviewAISI 4130 Alloy Steel Seamless Chromoly Pipe is a versatile low alloy steel containing chromium and molybdenum as strengthening elements. It offers an excellent combination of strength, toughness, fatigue resistance, and weldability. In seamless pipe form, it provides uniform structural integrity and high resistance to internal and external pressure, making it a critical material across oil and gas, aerospace, power generation, and heavy industrial applications.
Chemical Composition Mass Fraction PercentCarbon 0.28 to 0.33Chromium 0.80 to 1.10Molybdenum 0.15 to 0.25Manganese 0.40 to 0.60Silicon 0.15 to 0.35Phosphorus Max 0.035Sulfur Max 0.040Iron Balance
Mechanical Properties by Heat Treatment ConditionCondition As Rolled As DrawnTensile Strength Min 700 MPaYield Strength Min 600 MPaElongation Min 10 PercentHardness Approx 200 HB
Condition AnnealedTensile Strength Min 560 MPaYield Strength Min 460 MPaElongation Min 20 PercentHardness Max 197 HB
Condition NormalizedTensile Strength Min 670 MPaYield Strength Min 435 MPaElongation Min 15 PercentHardness Approx 217 HB
Condition Quenched and TemperedTensile Strength 900 to 1050 MPaYield Strength 750 to 900 MPaElongation Min 12 PercentHardness 28 to 34 HRC
Physical PropertiesDensity 7.85 grams per cubic centimeterModulus of Elasticity 205 GPaPoisson Ratio 0.29Thermal Conductivity 42.7 W per meter Kelvin at 100 degrees CSpecific Heat Capacity 477 J per kilogram Kelvin
Industry Standards and SpecificationsASTM A519 Seamless Carbon and Alloy Steel Mechanical TubingASTM A335 Grade P11 Approximate High Temperature Pipe EquivalentSAE J404 AISI 4130API 5CT L80 4130 Oilfield Piping EquivalentAMS 6360MIL T 6736
Key ApplicationsHigh pressure gas and fluid piping systemsOilfield downhole production pipe and manifoldsProcess piping for chemical and petrochemical equipmentHeavy industrial structural piping and hydraulic sleevesAerospace and defense high stress pressure lines
Superior Strength and DurabilityAISI 4130 seamless chromoly pipes offer impressive tensile and yield strength, guaranteeing reliability in critical structural, high-pressure, and demanding environments. The combination of normalized, quenched, and tempered heat treatment processes ensures the integrity and resilience expected from top-grade alloy steel.
Versatile ApplicationsDesigned to withstand harsh conditions, these pipes are widely used across oil and gas exploration, aerospace structures, automobile components, and mechanical engineering projects. The adaptability in size, shape, and surface finish accommodates a variety of operational requirements.
Quality Assurance and TestingStrict testing procedures-including hydrostatic, ultrasonic, eddy current, and comprehensive chemical and mechanical examinations-ensure each pipe meets the highest industry standards. Innovative packing, with steel strip bundles and plastic end caps, protects against transit damage.
FAQ's of AISI 4130 Alloy Steel Seamless Chromoly Pipe:
Q: How is the AISI 4130 alloy steel seamless chromoly pipe manufactured?
A: These pipes are produced using both hot-finished and cold-drawn manufacturing processes. The steel is then heat treated by normalizing, quenching, and tempering to achieve the desired mechanical properties and hardness.
Q: What industries commonly use AISI 4130 seamless chromoly pipes?
A: Industries such as oil & gas, aerospace, automobile manufacturing, pipeline construction, and mechanical engineering frequently use these pipes due to their high strength, rigidity, and pressure tolerance.
Q: When should I choose AISI 4130 pipes over other materials?
A: Select AISI 4130 when your application requires high tensile and yield strength, endurance under high pressure (up to 20,000 psi), medium corrosion resistance, and reliable performance at a wide range of temperatures (-20C to 870C).
Q: Where can AISI 4130 pipes be sourced in India?
A: AISI 4130 pipes are available through dealers, exporters, fabricators, manufacturers, producers, retailers, suppliers, and traders throughout India. They can be customized to meet specific requirements for size, thickness, coating, and connection type.
Q: What benefits do these seamless chromoly pipes provide?
A: The pipes deliver superior strength-to-weight ratio, flexibility in customization, rigid structure for stability, medium corrosion resistance (with coating), and versatile end connections (plain, beveled, or threaded) suitable for varied installations.
Q: How are AISI 4130 pipes protected against corrosion and transit damage?
A: Surface treatments such as oiling or phosphating and optional coatings like black paint enhance corrosion resistance. Pipes are bundled with steel strips and have plastic caps on both ends for protection during handling and shipping.
Q: What testing ensures the quality of these pipes?
A: Each pipe undergoes hydrostatic, ultrasonic, eddy current, and comprehensive chemical and mechanical testing to ensure safety, performance, and compliance with industry standards such as ASTM A519, API 5L, and EN 10210.