ASTM 252 Grade 3 Pipe
ASTM A252 Grade 3 is a standard specification for welded and seamless steel pipe piles, primarily used in construction and foundation applications where the primary function is load-bearing rather than fluid transport. A252 is one of the most common grades we stock and use on our projects due to its structural classification and ease of acquisition.
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ASTM Grades:
API Grades:
- API5L Gr B
- API5L X-42 through X-70
ASTM 252 Grade 3 Pipe General Specification
- Standard: ASTM A252 – Standard Specification for Welded and Seamless Steel Pipe Piles.
- Grade: Grade 3 (the strongest of the three grades in the A252 standard).
Chemical Composition:
| Element | Maximum (%) |
|---|---|
| Carbon (C) | 0.26 |
| Manganese (Mn) | 1.60 |
| Phosphorus (P) | 0.50 |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.045 |
These values may vary slightly depending on the manufacturer, but these are common maximums.
Mechanical Properties:
| Strength | Grade 3 |
|---|---|
| Yield Strength | 45,000 psi min. |
| Tensile Strength | 66,000 psi min. |
- Yield Strength (min): 45,000 psi (310 MPa)
- Tensile Strength (min): 66,000 psi (455 MPa)
- Elongation: Determined by wall thickness (usually specified in a table in the standard)
Manufacturing & Design:
- Types: Seamless or welded (ERW or spiral welded).
- Sizes: Typically available in diameters ranging from 6" to 120" (outer diameter), with varying wall thicknesses.
- Ends: Plain end, bevel end, or threaded depending on application.
Common Applications:
- Deep foundations (driven or drilled piles) •
- Marine construction (dock foundations, caissons)
- Bridge construction
- Structural supports in large-scale infrastructure
- Horizontal & vertical casing
- Sign support structures
Key Features:
- High strength for load-bearing applications
- Suitable for dynamic and static loads
- May be driven into the ground without damage
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