Latham Steel, proudly operating from the heart of Hamilton, New Zealand, is your trusted local partner for high-grade industrial materials. We specialise in supplying Carbon Steel API 5L X42 Sheet and Plates, bringing robust and reliable solutions directly to our domestic market. Our commitment is to provide New Zealand industries with quality products that meet rigorous international standards, backed by our deep understanding of local project demands. When you choose Latham Steel, you’re choosing a dedicated supplier committed to supporting the backbone of our nation’s infrastructure and manufacturing sectors.
The composition of API 5L X42 is carefully balanced, primarily iron with strategic additions of carbon, manganese, and other elements to achieve its specific strength. This balance gives the material excellent mechanical properties, including a minimum yield strength of 42,000 psi, which allows it to withstand significant pressure and stress. It also offers good ductility and weldability, making it a practical and forgiving material for fabricators. This combination of reliable strength and workability is precisely why it’s a go-to choice for demanding applications.
| Standard | API |
|---|---|
| Specification | API 5L GR. X42 |
| Width | 1000mm – 3000mm |
| Thickness | 1mm – 300mm |
| Production | Hot-Rolled (HR) / Cold-Rolled (CR) |
| Grades | Material number | C max | Si max | Mn. mix | P max | S max |
| X42 | 1.0484 | 0.22 | 0.45 | 0.50-1.10 | 0.04 | 0.035 |
| Grade | Permissible yield point ratio | Yield Strength MPa(min) | Tensile Strength MPa | Elongation % (min) |
| X42 | ≤ 0.85 | 290 | 420 – 540 | 23 |
We provide products that come with both mill test certificates and third-party test certificates, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance.
Jaxon Steel is a trusted manufacturer and supplier of high-quality Carbon Steel API 5L x 42 Sheet and Plates in Hamilton, New Zealand. We specialize in premium steel products, including Alloy Steel, Carbon Steel, Mild Steel and Galvanized Steel, with a strong focus on Carbon Steel Sheet and Plates. Our extensive inventory also includes Pipes, Tubes, Flanges, Forged Fittings and Bars. Committed to fast delivery and exceptional customer service, we use only the finest raw materials to ensure superior strength, durability and performance for critical industrial applications. Contact us today for all your Carbon Steel API 5L x 42 Sheet and Plates needs!
The primary use for API 5L X42 Sheet and Plates is in the construction of oil and gas transmission pipelines, where its pressure-containing integrity is essential. Beyond this, its durability makes it ideal for large-scale structural projects like bridges, offshore platforms, and heavy machinery components. Fabricators also value it for constructing pressure vessels and storage tanks that require a proven, dependable material. Essentially, wherever a project demands a sheet or plate that can reliably handle high-stress environments, API 5L X42 provides a trusted and time-tested solution.
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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