From the industrial heart of Hamilton, New Zealand, Latham Steel has built a reputation for reliable and robust steel solutions. Our commitment to quality shines through in our API X42 5L PSL 1 pipes, engineered to meet the demanding requirements of the energy and infrastructure sectors. We understand that every project depends on the integrity of its materials, which is why we ensure our pipes provide a dependable foundation for critical transmission systems, backed by our local expertise and stringent manufacturing standards.
These pipes are crafted primarily from carbon steel, with a carefully balanced composition that includes manganese and small, controlled amounts of other elements. This specific formulation grants the X42 grade its notable strength, achieving a minimum yield strength of 42,000 psi, which is essential for maintaining structural integrity under high internal pressures. This combination of a robust chemical makeup and excellent mechanical properties ensures the pipe performs reliably in its intended applications, forming a durable conduit for various fluids.
| 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 | |||||||||
Latham Steel is a leading supplier of high-quality CS API X42 5L PSL 1 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.
The primary application for these pipes is in the conveyance of oil and natural gas, serving as the essential arteries for both gathering and transmission pipeline networks. Their reliable strength also makes them suitable for other demanding industrial uses, including transporting water for municipal systems or slurry in mining operations. Choosing Latham Steel’s API X42 pipes means selecting a proven component for projects where safety, longevity, and consistent performance are non-negotiable, providing a trusted solution for engineers and project managers across New Zealand and beyond.
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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