From Hamilton, New Zealand, Latham Steel has built its reputation on reliable, high-performance steel solutions for demanding industries. Our Carbon Steel API X80 5L PSL 2 Pipes are a prime example of this commitment. Engineered to meet rigorous international standards, these pipes are forged with the strength and resilience required for critical infrastructure projects. We take pride in supplying products that not only meet specifications but provide the durability and peace of mind our clients across New Zealand and beyond have come to expect from the Latham Steel name.
The composition of API X80 5L PSL 2 pipes is carefully balanced to deliver exceptional strength and toughness. Primarily iron-carbon based, precise additions of elements like manganese create a fine-grained microstructure. This results in a minimum yield strength of 80,000 psi (555 MPa), offering a significant capacity to withstand immense pressures. Beyond raw strength, these pipes are designed with excellent weldability and fracture resistance in mind, ensuring they perform reliably even in challenging environmental conditions where integrity is non-negotiable.
| Standard | BS, JIS, GB, DIN, ASTM, API |
| Sizes (Seamless) | 1/2″ NB – 60″ NB |
| Sizes (ERW) | 1/2″ NB – 24″ NB |
| Sizes (SAW) | 16″ NB – 100″ NB |
| Features | High Yield, High Temperature |
| Type | Seamless / Welded / ERW / LSAW / Line Pipe |
| Wall Thickness | Schedule 20 – Schedule XXS (heavier on request) up to 250 mm thk. |
| API 5L Grade | C(Max) | Mn(Max) | P(Max) | S(Max) | Si(Max) | V(Max) | Nb(Max) | Ti(Max) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X80 PSL2 | 0.22 | 1.30 | 0.025 | 0.015 | 0.45 | 0.05 | 0.05 | 0.04 |
| API 5L Grade | Yield Strength min (MPA) | Tensile Strength min (MPA) | Elongation min. (%1) |
|---|---|---|---|
| X80 PSL2 | 483 | 565 | F |
| API 5L Grade | Yield Strength min. (ksi) | Tensile Strength min. (ksi) | Yield to Tensile Ratio (max.) | Elongation min. %1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 30 | 48 | 0.93 | 28 |
| B | 35 | 60 | 0.93 | 23 |
| X42 | 42 | 60 | 0.93 | 23 |
| X46 | 46 | 63 | 0.93 | 22 |
| X52 | 52 | 66 | 0.93 | 21 |
| X56 | 56 | 71 | 0.93 | 19 |
| X60 | 60 | 75 | 0.93 | 19 |
| X65 | 65 | 77 | 0.93 | 18 |
| X70 | 70 | 82 | 0.93 | 17 |
| X80 | 80 | 90 | 0.93 | 16 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Latham Steel is a leading supplier of high-quality Carbon Steel API X80 5L PSL 2 Pipes products in Hamilton, New Zealand. 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.
When the project involves transporting oil or natural gas across long distances, often through demanding terrain, API X80 5L PSL 2 pipes are the trusted choice. Their high strength-to-weight ratio makes them ideal for constructing major onshore and offshore transmission pipelines, allowing for higher pressure operations with enhanced safety. You’ll also find them used in strategic water distribution networks and critical plant piping systems where their proven durability helps minimize maintenance needs and ensures a long, dependable service life for essential infrastructure.
Latham 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 Hamilton, New Zealand.
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