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Welded steel tube pressure rating

The pressure rating of welded steel tube(such as stainless welded steel tube) refers to the maximum pressure value that the steel pipe can withstand when it is under pressure. This value is very important for engineering design and construction because it is directly related to the safety and reliability of the pipeline system. This article will elaborate on the basic principles, pressure rating standards and application precautions of welded steel tubes.

1. Basic principles of welded steel tubes
Welded steel tubes are tubular products made from steel through processes such as heating, pressing and joining. They are mainly used to transport liquids, gases, solid particles and other substances. Welded steel tubes are usually made of electric steel plates or steel strips through coil forming, welding, surface treatment and other processes. Compared with seamless pipes, the main features of welded steel tubes include high strength, good pressure resistance, and long service life, so they have been widely used in the engineering field.

2. Welded steel tube pressure rating standards
The pressure rating standard of welded steel tube generally refers to the range of pressure levels it can withstand, which is mainly stipulated by national standards and industry standards. Currently, the commonly used pressure rating standards for welded steel tubes in China include GB/T 3091, GB/T9711, GB/T13793, etc. These standards have detailed regulations on the pressure rating of welded steel tubes.

According to international practice, the pressure levels of welded steel tubes are generally divided into three levels: low pressure, medium pressure and high pressure. The specific pressure level value is determined based on factors such as the actual use environment of the pipeline, medium characteristics, temperature and pressure. For example, in pipelines transporting ordinary tap water, low-pressure rating welded steel tubes can be selected; in pipelines transporting steam or other high-temperature and high-pressure media, corresponding high-pressure rating welded steel tubes need to be selected.

3. Precautions for application of welded steel tube pressure rating
(1) Select the appropriate pressure level: During engineering design and material selection, it is necessary to select the appropriate pressure level of welded steel tubes based on the usage environment and medium characteristics of the pipeline system to ensure that it can operate safely and reliably.
(2) Strict implementation of standards: During the production, installation and use of welded steel tubes, the requirements of national standards and industry standards must be strictly implemented to ensure product quality and use safety.
(3) Regular inspection and maintenance: For welded steel tube pipeline systems, regular pressure tests and safety inspections are required to promptly discover and eliminate possible safety hazards.
(4) Prevent external damage: During use, attention should be paid to preventing the welded steel tube from external damage, such as collision, wear, etc., to avoid affecting the safety of the pipeline system.

Through the above detailed explanation, I believe you have a deeper understanding of the pressure rating of welded steel tubes. In engineering practice, strict compliance with relevant standards and regulations and reasonable selection and use of welded steel tubes will help ensure the safe and stable operation of the pipeline system.

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