Key Specifications of APL Apollo GI Pipes
| Parameter | Typical Values / Range | Notes |
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| Nominal Bore / Sizes | 15 NB to 150 NB for many “round GI / Apollo Bheem” products. | |
| Thickness / Wall Gauge | ~1.6 mm to ~3.2 mm for many water-transport / GI round pipes. Higher thickness on demand. | |
| Length | Pipes usually available in lengths from ~4.0 m to ~12.0 m depending on product line. | |
| Coating | Hot-dip galvanization with a zinc layer; “higher GSM pure zinc coating” for better corrosion resistance in Apollo Bheem. | |
| Standards / Grades | • For water lines: conforms to IS 1239 for GI pipes. • For structural use: IS 3601 (for some GI structural purpose) is mentioned. | |
| Shapes | Round, Square, Rectangular GI tubes & pipes are offered |
Product Variants from APL Apollo
Some key product lines / variants under their GI / Galv offerings:
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Apollo Galv – general GI tubes & pipes, round/square/rectangular, used for structural applications, humid/coastal zones.
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Apollo Bheem – GI pipes with deeper & longer threading, higher zinc coating for better corrosion resistance; used for industrial & agricultural water lines etc.
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Apollo Z – pre-galvanized (GP) steel sections (circular, square, rectangular), thinner gauges (0.6mm to ~2.5mm), for lighter structural / roofing applications.
Advantages & Limitations
Advantages:
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Good corrosion protection, especially in humid, coastal or moist environments. Zinc layer protects steel base.
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Decent strength for many structural or pipe applications. Widely available sizes.
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Cost effective compared to some stainless / highly alloyed materials.
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Easier fabrication, welding, handling etc. compared to heavier steel or exotic materials.
Limitations:
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Zinc coating can wear off (mechanical damage, abrasion, corrosion over long time) → need maintenance / replacement.
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Under high-pressure, high temperature, or for some chemical fluids, plain GI might not suffice; special coatings or different metals might be needed.
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Thickness / wall strength may limit heavy load or high pressure usage.
Use-Cases / Applications
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Water supply lines, irrigation – especially in agriculture. (Apollo Bheem is specifically positioned for this)
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Structural use: for frames, supports, fencing, sheds, greenhouses etc.
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Coasts, humid zones, where corrosion risk is higher.
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General purpose conduit, electric poles, cable supports, etc
