What is a Gas Pipeline?
A Gas Pipeline is an interconnected system of pipesdesigned to transport natural gas, LPG, biogas, or industrial gases fromone location to another such as from refineries to distribution points, orfrom mainlines to end-users like homes, factories, or power plants.
Working Principle
Key Components
Component |
Description |
Pipes |
Seamless or welded, carbon/SS/HDPE |
Fittings |
Elbows, reducers, tees, couplings |
Valves |
Ball, gate, pressure relief, solenoid |
Flanges |
For jointing and maintenance |
Regulators |
Control pressure at outlets |
Flow Meters |
Measure gas flow (cubic meters/hour) |
Filters/Strainers |
Remove impurities |
Gas Detectors |
Detect leaks for safety |
Control Panel |
Automation and monitoring |
Types of GasPipelines
Type |
Description |
Use |
Transmission Pipeline |
Large diameter, long distance |
City-wide gas distribution |
Distribution Pipeline |
Medium pressure, shorter length |
Industrial, residential use |
Service Line |
Final connection to building |
Homes, hotels, labs |
Underground Pipeline |
Buried for safety and space |
Most common type |
Above-Ground Pipeline |
Exposed for access |
Industrial plants |
Flexible Gas Pipe (CSST) |
For appliances |
Domestic kitchens, HVAC |
Materials Used
Material |
Typical Use |
Carbon Steel (ASTM A106, API 5L) |
High-pressure, long-distance |
Stainless Steel (SS304, SS316) |
Corrosive gas, cleanroom |
Copper |
Domestic gas lines |
HDPE (PE-100) |
Low pressure, buried line |
GI (Galvanized Iron) |
Old style; now phased out in many places |
TechnicalSpecifications (Typical Range)
Parameter |
Value |
Pipe Diameter |
48 |
Pressure Rating |
2 bar to 100 bar |
Temperature Range |
-20C to +200C |
Flow Capacity |
10 10,000 Nm³/hr |
Design Life |
2050 years |
Coating (underground) |
3LPE / Bitumen / HDPE |
Joints |
Butt weld / Threaded / Flanged / Fusion |
Design Standards& Codes
Advantages
SafetyConsiderations
Applications
Price:
Minimum Order Quantity : 1 Plant
Working Presssure : High
Usage : Industrial, Etc
Pipe Type : Chemical Oil and Gas Plants Pipeline
Surface Finish : Paint Coated
Material : MS