Q1: How does the production size range differ?
A: A500 tubing has a maximum periphery of 88 inches [2235 mm] and a specified wall thickness of 0.875 inches [22 mm] or less-4. A501 can produce larger sizes, with round tubing diameters up to 48 inches [1220 mm] and wall thickness up to 4.00 inches [100 mm]-5.
Q2: What grades are defined in ASTM A500?
A: ASTM A500 defines several grades of carbon steel based primarily on material strength. Grade C, with a yield strength of 50 ksi, is commonly specified-1-9.
Q3: What grades are available in ASTM A501?
A: ASTM A501 covers three grades: A, B, and C-5.
Q4: Is heat treatment required for these tubes?
A: For ASTM A500, heat treatment is required specifically for Grade D-4. The A501 standard permits heat treatment but does not universally require it-Q5: What are the common production processes for A500 welded tubing?
A: A500 welded tubing is typically made from flat-rolled steel by the electric-resistance-welding (ERW) process-9.
