Have a contractor that would like to use API 5L X-60 (60 ksi) steel spiral welded pipe in lieu of A252 Gr. 3 spiral welded pipe for marine structural piles.
Anyone ever use API 5L pipe for structural piles? Other than the higher yield strength, I don't see much difference. API 5L is typically used for low pressure process piping but I was able to come across some projects that used it for support piling.
Just want to make sure I'm not missing anything here with this substitution. Any insight greatly appreciated!
Anyone ever use API 5L pipe for structural piles? Other than the higher yield strength, I don't see much difference. API 5L is typically used for low pressure process piping but I was able to come across some projects that used it for support piling.
Just want to make sure I'm not missing anything here with this substitution. Any insight greatly appreciated!
