Pipe OD, nominal bore and schedules explained
Understand nominal pipe size, outside diameter and wall thickness. Read schedule tables and prepare a clear pipe quotation request.
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Steel & metal buying guides
Use these practical references to make sense of product descriptions, dimensions and catalogue information before you enquire. Compare the details shown, then open the relevant product family to see its current listings.
Guide examples help with selection; they do not confirm stock or availability. Add catalogue selections to a quotation request, not a payment. Mansa sales will confirm availability and delivery.
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Choosing stainless steel: grades 201, 304 and 316
Compare the buying considerations for stainless grades 201, 304 and 316, including exposure, finish and grade selection in Mansa product tables.
How to specify sheet and plate dimensions
Read sheet length, width, thickness and weight correctly. Avoid gauge confusion and describe cuts, finishes and quantities for a metal quotation.
Reading beam dimensions and mass per metre
Understand beam depth, flange width, web and flange thickness, and kg/m. Compare IPE, IPE AA, universal beams and columns without guessing load capacity.