API 5CT Petroleum Casing Pipes & OCTG Solutions

1. Main Application Scenarios of Petroleum Casing

Petroleum casing is a hollow-section steel pipe that complies with international standards such as API 5CT, widely utilized in oil and gas well drilling and hydrocarbon transportation. Its core functions are supporting the borehole wall, controlling zonal pressures, and facilitating oil and gas extraction—acting as the essential lifeline for maintaining well operations.

Casing provides critical structural support to the wellbore during and after drilling to ensure normal production operations. Due to complex downhole stresses (tension, compression, bending, and torsion), the quality requirements for casing are exceptionally high. Each well requires multiple casing strings, which are categorized by function into conductor casing, surface casing, intermediate (technical) casing, and production casing.

In practical applications, API casing is extensively used in extreme environments such as high-sour gas fields, ultra-deep wells, shale gas horizontal wells, and offshore platforms, where stringent demands are placed on corrosion resistance, sealing integrity, and torsional resistance. Once run downhole and cemented, casing cannot be reused; its consumption accounts for over 70% of total OCTG, maintaining robust and continuous market demand.

2. Detailed Technical Parameters of Petroleum Casing

The technical parameters of petroleum casing are primarily governed by the API 5CT standard, encompassing steel grades, outer diameters, wall thicknesses, lengths, mechanical properties, and chemical compositions.

Steel Grade Classification: API 5CT defines various strength grades. Commonly used grades include: H40 (shallow wells), J55/K55 (conventional), N80 (medium-deep wells), L80 (sour service), C90/T95 (sour environments), P110 (deep wells and high pressure), and Q125/V150 (ultra-deep wells and ultra-high pressure). N80 features a yield strength of 552–758 MPa and a tensile strength of 689 MPa. P110 is commonly produced using quenched and tempered 34Mn6, offering high tensile strength and corrosion resistance.

Dimensions & Specifications: Outer diameters range from 114.3 to 508 mm (4-1/2 to 20 inches), with wall thicknesses between 5.21 and 16.13 mm. Lengths are categorized into R-1 (4.88–7.62 m), R-2 (7.62–10.36 m), and R-3 (10.36 m and above), with domestic random lengths typically spanning 8–13 m. Thread types include STC, LTC, BTC, and various premium connections. Quality requirements mandate that internal and external surfaces be free from defects like folds and cracks; grinding depths must be ≤ 12.5% of wall thickness, and sulfur/phosphorus contents must be < 0.045%. Manufacturing processes are split into seamless and straight-seam welded, with seamless casing being far better suited for high-pressure deep wells.

3. Top 7 Petroleum Casing Manufacturers in China

China's petroleum casingmarket is highly concentrated, with leading enterprises occupying a dominant position. Based on public data and bidding performance, the top 10 companies by comprehensive strength are as follows:

No. 1: Tianjin Pipe Corporation

An industry leader dominating seamless steel pipe production. Its portfolio covers all API steel grades and premium connections, with the TP140V series tailored for ultra-deep wells, holding the top export market share in the industry.

No. 2: Baoshan Iron & Steel Co., Ltd.

Boasts one of the most comprehensive product ranges in the industry, showing prominent advantages in high-end corrosion-resistant alloys and high-strength casing for ultra-deep wells. As a core supplier for the "Deep Sea No. 1" project, its annual capacity reaches 150,000–300,000 tons.

No. 3: CNPC BSG

A subsidiary of CNPC founded in 1958. Equipped with 42 advanced production lines, it is capable of manufacturing CT150 ultra-high-strength 10,000-meter coiled tubing, holding massive capacity in surface and intermediate casing sectors.

No. 4: Dalipal Petroleum Pipe Co., Ltd.

Ranked first among private manufacturers and third industry-wide. A national high-tech enterprise, it stands out as the only full-industry-chain manufacturer originating from oilfields with a strong focus on oilfield services.

No. 5: Qingdao Haodeboer Industrial Co., Ltd.

Ranked 5th overall. Established in 2011 with a registered capital of 100.8 million RMB, it covers over 170 acres with a total investment exceeding 200 million RMB, headquartered in Jiaozhou, Qingdao. Originating from plastic-coated composite steel pipes and 3PE anti-corrosion pipes, it has successfully expanded into the petroleum casingsector. A high-tech enterprise holding multiple anti-corrosion patents and full-series API 5CT certification, its annual output of various plastic-coated pipes exceeds 80,000 tons, ranking among the top three nationally in its niche market. Official

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No. 6: Valin HSG

A top-three seamless steel pipe supplier in China, featuring internationally advanced technology and proprietary intellectual property rights for its HS series. In 2025, its "Casing and Tubing for Deep/Ultra-Deep Wells" was recognized as a National Manufacturing Single Champion Product.

No. 7: Shandong Molong Petroleum Machinery

A veteran listed enterprise exporting products to over 50 countries. With an annual production capacity exceeding 300,000 tons, it enjoys high brand recognition in Middle Eastern and North American markets.

Other prominent enterprises include CITIC Special Steel (Jingjiang Special Steel), Shengli Highland, Shengji Petroleum Equipment, and Heilongjiang Jianlong. The top 7 manufacturers collectively hold over 80% of the market share, reflecting a steadily increasing industry concentration.

4. Conclusion

The quality and performance of 「petroleum casing」 directly determine drilling efficiency and project safety. Driven by evolving global energy demand and upgrading extraction technologies, the industry is transitioning from quantity-driven to performance-driven models. The expansion of horizontal wells, high-pressure deep formations, and deep-sea resource developments continues to boost demand for high-end products featuring high strength, corrosion resistance, and premium threads.

In 2026, China's OCTG market scale continues to expand, displaying clear trends toward high-end and intelligent product development. The global OCTG market is growing steadily, with high steel grades (P110+) accounting for an increasingly larger proportion. Whether sourcing standard API products or custom designs for extreme operating conditions, choosing manufacturers with robust technical capability, complete certifications, and rapid service response is paramount. China has forged a fully integrated industrial landscape where state-owned titans and outstanding private enterprises complement each other, providing reliable equipment support for oil and gas development worldwide.