Nestled in the heart of Addis Ababa, Desta Steel proudly serves as a key manufacturer and supplier of essential industrial materials. Our commitment to quality and reliability shines through in products like our API X42 5L PSL 1 pipes, which are engineered to meet the demanding needs of Ethiopia’s growing energy and construction sectors. We understand the critical nature of pipeline projects, and with Desta Steel, you are partnering with a trusted local source dedicated to supporting the nation’s development with robust and dependable piping solutions.
These pipes are crafted from carbon steel, achieving a specific balance of strength and formability. The API X42 5L PSL 1 specification guarantees a minimum yield strength of 42,000 psi, ensuring they can handle significant internal pressures. This grade is designed for dependable performance in a range of environments, providing a solid foundation for transporting oil, gas, and water without the need for the more stringent requirements of higher PSL levels.
| Material Data Sheet | X42 / L290 (N, M, Q, R) X42 PSL1: 1.0483 X42 PSL2: 1.0484 |
| Standard | ISO 3183 L290/ API 5L X42 |
| API 5L X42 Seamless Pipe (OD) | 21.3 – 660mm ( Inch 1/2” – 26”) |
| X42 SAW | 16″ – 100″ NB |
| API 5L X42 PSL1 ERW and HFW | 1/2” NB – 24” NB |
| X42 Carbon Steel LSAW / DSAW | 16’OD TO 54″ OD (8 MM TO 50 MM THK) |
| API 5L Grade X42 Pipe end | Pub Joints, Buttweld, Coupling, Vibrator Grinding, Square Cut, Squared Ends, Beveled End (BE), Cut Grooves, Deburring, Plain end (PE), Screwed, Flanged Ends, Grooved, Socket, Chamfering, Threaded Ends (Male & Female), Thread Cutting, |
| X42 Steel Pipe Length | DRL, SRL, 20FT, 40FT, Single Random Length (SRL), Double Random Length (DRL), and Fixed Length 5.8 Meter, 12.0 Meters (40FT), 6.0 Meters (20FT), 11.8 Meters, |
| API 5L X42 Wall Thickness | SCH160, SCH40, SCH-XXS, SCH-XS, SCH-STD, SCH80, |
| PSL Level | |
| Coating for API 5L X42 Line Pipe | lined pipe, 3PE, FBE, Anti-Rust Oil, 3LPE, Black Painting, Galvanized, CRA clad, 3PP, Varnished, |
| C | Mn | P | V | Nb | Ti | |
| maxb | maxb | max. | max. | max. | max. | max. |
| 0.28 | 1.20 | 0.030 | 0.030 | c,d | c,d | d |
| Y.S | T.S | ELONGATION |
| Mpa(psi) | Mpa(psi) | |
| min | min | min |
| 245(35 500) | 415(60 200) | 28% |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
| S (in) | Outside Diameter (in) | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCH 10 | SCH 20 | SCH 30 | SCH STD | SCH 40 | SCH 60 | SCH XS | SCH 80 | SCH 100 | SCH 120 | SCH 140 | SCH 160 | SCH XXS | ||
| PSL 2 Pipe Wall Thickness (in) | ||||||||||||||
| 1/8 | 0.405 | 0.068 | 0.068 | 0.095 | 0.095 | |||||||||
| 1/4 | 0.540 | 0.088 | 0.088 | 0.119 | 0.119 | |||||||||
| 3/8 | 0.675 | 0.091 | 0.091 | 0.126 | 0.126 | |||||||||
| 1/2 | 0.840 | 0.109 | 0.109 | 0.147 | 0.147 | 0.187 | 0.294 | |||||||
| 3/4 | 1.050 | 0.113 | 0.113 | 0.154 | 0.154 | 0.219 | 0.308 | |||||||
| 1 | 1.315 | 0.133 | 0.133 | 0.179 | 0.179 | 0.250 | 0.358 | |||||||
| 1 1/4 | 1.660 | 0.140 | 0.140 | 0.191 | 0.191 | 0.250 | 0.382 | |||||||
| 1 1/2 | 1.900 | 0.145 | 0.145 | 0.200 | 0.200 | 0.281 | 0.400 | |||||||
| 2 | 2.375 | 0.154 | 0.154 | 0.218 | 0.218 | 0.344 | 0.436 | |||||||
| 2 1/2 | 2.875 | 0.203 | 0.203 | 0.276 | 0.276 | 0.375 | 0.552 | |||||||
| 3 | 3.500 | 0.216 | 0.216 | 0.300 | 0.300 | 0.438 | 0.600 | |||||||
| 3 1/2 | 4.000 | 0.226 | 0.226 | 0.318 | 0.318 | |||||||||
| 4 | 4.500 | 0.237 | 0.237 | 0.337 | 0.337 | 0.438 | 0.531 | 0.674 | ||||||
| 5 | 5.563 | 0.258 | 0.258 | 0.375 | 0.375 | 0.500 | 0.625 | 0.750 | ||||||
| 6 | 6.625 | 0.280 | 0.280 | 0.432 | 0.432 | 0.562 | 0.719 | 0.864 | ||||||
| 8 | 8.625 | 0.250 | 0.277 | 0.322 | 0.322 | 0.406 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 0.594 | 0.719 | 0.812 | 0.906 | 0.875 | |
| 10 | 10.750 | 0.250 | 0.307 | 0.365 | 0.365 | 0.500 | 0.500 | 0.594 | 0.719 | 0.844 | 1.000 | 1.125 | 1.000 | |
| 12 | 12.750 | 0.250 | 0.330 | 0.375 | 0.406 | 0.562 | 0.500 | 0.688 | 0.844 | 1.000 | 1.125 | 1.312 | 1.000 | |
| 14 | 14.000 | 0.250 | 0.312 | 0.375 | 0.375 | 0.438 | 0.594 | 0.500 | 0.750 | 0.938 | 1.094 | 1.250 | 1.406 | |
| 16 | 16.000 | 0.250 | 0.312 | 0.375 | 0.375 | 0.500 | 0.656 | 0.500 | 0.844 | 1.031 | 1.219 | 1.438 | 1.594 | |
| 18 | 18.000 | 0.250 | 0.312 | 0.438 | 0.375 | 0.562 | 0.750 | 0.500 | 0.938 | 1.156 | 1.375 | 1.562 | 1.781 | |
| 20 | 20.000 | 0.250 | 0.375 | 0.500 | 0.375 | 0.594 | 0.812 | 0.500 | 1.031 | 1.281 | 1.500 | 1.750 | 1.969 | |
| 22 | 22.000 | 0.250 | 0.375 | 0.500 | 0.375 | 0.875 | 0.500 | 1.125 | 1.375 | 1.625 | 1.875 | 2.125 | ||
| 24 | 24.000 | 0.250 | 0.375 | 0.562 | 0.375 | 0.688 | 0.969 | 0.500 | 1.219 | 1.531 | 1.812 | 2.062 | 2.344 | |
| 30 | 30.000 | 0.312 | 0.500 | 0.625 | 0.375 | 0.500 | ||||||||
| 32 | 32.000 | 0.312 | 0.500 | 0.625 | 0.375 | 0.688 | ||||||||
| 34 | 34.000 | 0.312 | 0.500 | 0.625 | 0.375 | 0.688 | ||||||||
| 36 | 36.000 | 0.312 | 0.500 | 0.625 | 0.375 | 0.750 | ||||||||
| 42 | 42.000 | 0.500 | 0.625 | 0.375 | 0.750 | |||||||||
Desta Steel is a leading supplier of high-quality CS API X42 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.
The primary use for these robust pipes is in the construction of onshore pipelines for gathering and distributing oil and natural gas. Beyond the energy sector, they are also perfectly suited for large-scale water transmission projects, structural piling in construction, and other industrial applications requiring a durable conduit. Their reliable performance makes them a go-to choice for engineers and project managers who need a cost-effective and readily available solution for critical infrastructure that forms the backbone of modern development.
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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