BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes are made from precise carbon steel tubes made in order to withstand high pressure and temperature. They are manufactured as per the standard of BS 3059 Part 2. These tubes have very high mechanical strength and are dimensionally accurate and perform well under extreme conditions. They have very good heat-resisting properties and are highly weldable and durable. These tubes are used in the generation of steam and heat transfer. They have various sizes and are used widely in different kinds of pressure equipment and boilers. BS 3059 Grade 360 tubes have very high quality specifications and pass through various tests before delivery. As a leading BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes manufacturer in India, Amardeep Steel provides high-quality tubes that are in demand throughout the world.
Technical Data
Specifications of BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes
| Parameter | Specification Details |
|---|---|
| Standards | BS 3059 Part II |
| Steel Grade | Grade 360 |
| Type | Seamless / ERW / Welded / Fabricated |
| Craft / Manufacturing | Cold rolled and Cold drawn |
| Size Range | 1/2” NB to 36” NB |
| Outside Diameter | 5–90 mm |
| Wall Thickness | 0.5–15 mm |
| Thickness (General Range) | 3–12 mm |
| Schedules | SCH 40, SCH 80, SCH 160, SCH XS, SCH XXS, All Schedules |
| Form | Round, Hydraulic, etc. |
| Length | Min 3 Meters, Max 18 Meters, or according to customer’s requirement |
| Tolerances | Cold drawn pipe: $\pm 0.1 \text{ mm}$ Cold rolled pipe: $\pm 0.05 \text{ mm}$ |
| End Finish | Plain End, Beveled End, Threaded |
| Specialization | Large Diameter BS 3059 Pipe |
| Additional Testing | NACE MR0175, NACE TM0177, NACE TM0284, HIC TEST, SSC TEST, H2 SERVICE, IBR, etc. |
| Material Origin | European, Japanese, Korean, US, Russian, Indian |
Chemical Compositions of BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes
| Carbon | Silicon | Manganese | Phosphorous | Sulphur | Molybdenum | Nickel | Chromium | Copper | Others |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.12 - 0.20 | 0.10 - 0.35 | 0.40 - 0.80 | 0.035 | 0.035 | — | — | — | — | — |
BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes Mechanical Properties
| Yield Strength (MPa min) | Yield Strength (ksi min) | Tensile Strength (MPa min) | Tensile Strength (MPa max) | Tensile Strength (ksi min) | Elongation A5 min (Percentage) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | 360 | 500 | — | 24 |
Equivalent Grades of BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes
| DIN | EN | BS | NFA | ASTM | ASME |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DIN 17175 Grade St 35.8 | — | NFA A 49-215 Grade TU 37-c | — | ASTM A106 Grade B | ASME SA 106 Grade B |
Types of BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes
Gr.360 BS 3059 Seamless Tubing
BS 3059 Gr.360_440 Superheater
BS 3059 Gr.360_440 Boiler Tubing
Applications and Industrial Uses of BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes
- Petrochemical Processing Industry
- Chemical Manufacturing Industry
- Oil & Gas Processing Industry
- Pulp and Paper Manufacturing Industry
- Power Generation Industry
- Food & Beverage Processing Industry
- Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Industry
- Energy Production Industry
- Aerospace & Aviation Industry
Frequently Asked Questions
What are BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes?
BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes are carbon steel tubes designed for high-pressure and elevated-temperature applications.
What is BS 3059 Grade 360 material?
BS 3059 Grade 360 is a carbon steel material with excellent strength, weldability, and heat resistance.
What are the applications of BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes?
These tubes are used in boilers, superheaters, heat exchangers, power plants, and pressure piping systems.
Are BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes suitable for high-pressure and high-temperature applications?
Yes. They are specifically manufactured for high-pressure and elevated-temperature service.
What is the difference between BS 3059 Grade 360 and ASTM A179 Tubes?
BS 3059 Grade 360 tubes are designed for higher-pressure and higher-temperature applications, while ASTM A179 tubes are mainly used for heat exchangers and condensers.
Are BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes seamless or welded?
BS 3059 Grade 360 Tubes are commonly available in seamless form, although welded variants may also be supplied for specific applications.
