What Are Inconel Pipes & Tubes?
Inconel pipes & tubes are high-performance alloys known for their exceptional resistance to high temperatures, corrosion and oxidation. Composed primarily of nickel, chromium and small amounts of other metals (iron and molybdenum for instance), they offer unique properties ideal for various demanding industrial applications.
Inconel Pipes & Tubes stand out as being extremely durable due to their outstanding corrosion resistance. Inconel alloys display superb resistance against both oxidation and various forms of corrosion such as pitting, crevice corrosion and stress corrosion cracking - even under harsh environments like high temperature and acidic environments - making Inconel alloys suitable for applications where exposure to potentially corrosive substances or environments are an issue.
Inconel Pipes & Tubes can be notoriously difficult to machine due to their combination of strength and hardness, toughness and tendency for work hardening during machining processes - creating additional challenges for conventional methods of machining. Specialized tools and techniques, like carbide tooling with slow speeds may be needed in order to accurately mill Inconel alloys; nonetheless with proper tools and techniques used, accurate machining of Inconel alloys is possible to meet specific requirements.
Inconel Pipes & Tubes can be welded using various welding techniques, including gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW), and shielded metal arc welding (SMAW). However, welding Inconel alloys is particularly challenging due to their high thermal expansion coefficient and heat input sensitivity; appropriate pre-weld and post-weld procedures, along with appropriate filler materials are critical in maintaining joint integrity while mitigating risk such as hot cracking and porosity.
Inconel Pipes & Tubes find widespread application across industries such as aerospace, chemical processing, marine engineering and oil and gas production - often being utilized as essential components and systems within these fields. Common applications may include exhaust systems, gas turbines, heat exchangers pressure vessels or even piping systems operating in high temperature/corrosive environments.
Inconel Pipes & Tubes have multiple uses across industries from aerospace to oil & gas. From aircraft exhaust systems, heat exchangers, steam generators, high pressure piping systems and chemical processing reactors for handling corrosive fluids; to reliability & durability applications in power generation, automotive and medical equipment where performance under demanding conditions is required - Inconel pipes & tubes serve a multitude of roles that prove essential in business today.
Apple Steels is a leading manufacturer and supplier of Inconel Pipes & Tubes in Mumbai, India. Renowned for their superior quality and reliability, we offers an extensive range of products tailored to meet diverse industrial needs. With a commitment to excellence, they are a trusted name in the global market for high-grade Inconel piping solutions.
Melting and Casting
Steel and alloying metals are loaded into an electric arc furnace. Once in the furnace, the metal is heated to a specific temperature above its melting point, usually in excess of 2800°F.
Rolling and welding
Aluminum Pipes & Tubes may undergo rolling processes to refine their dimensions and improve surface finish. Welding techniques like TIG or MIG welding are utilized for this process
Cleaning and heating phase
These Pipes & Tubes are subjected to cleaning to remove the dirt. Further, a heat treatment is given to these rolled pipes and tubes to remove the stresses that may occur due to welding and formation processes.
Cold - drawing process
The Pipes & Tubes are coated with oxalic and soap solution. In the cold drawing process, the tube or pipe is drawn over the bench using Die plugs.
Finishing process
The stainless tubes or pipes thus produced will undergo certain testing and quality checks. This process is followed by proper packing and dispatch.
| Pipe Standard | ASTM B444 ASME SB444 |
| Tube Specifications | ASTM A213, A269, A249, A511, A554 / ASME SA213, SA269, SA249, SA511, SA554 |
| Pipe Dimension | ANSI/ASME B36.19M, ANSI/ASME B36.10M |
| Seamless Pipe Sizes | 1 / 2" NB - 16" NB |
| Welded Pipe Sizes | 1 / 2" NB - 24" NB |
| EFW Pipe Size | 6" NB - 24" NB |
| Seamless Tube Sizes | 1 / 2" NB - 16" NB |
| Welded Tube Sizes | 1 / 2" NB - 24" NB |
| Outside Diameter | 6.00 mm OD up to 914.4 mm OD, Sizes up to 24” NB available Ex-stock, OD Size Steel Tubes available Ex-stock |
| Manufacturing Process | Seamless / Welded / ERW / Fabricated / CDW / 100% X Ray Welded |
| Pipe Shapes | Hydraulic, Round, Rectangle, Square, Hex, Honed |
| Pipe Shapes | Hydraulic, Round, Rectangle, Square, Hex, Honed |
| Schedule | SCH 5, SCH10, SCH 40, SCH 80, SCH 80S, SCH 160, SCH XXS, SCH XS |
| Outside Finish | 2B, No.4, No.1, No.8 Mirror Finish for Inconel Pipes, Finish as per customer Requirements |
| Length | Single Random, Double Random, Standard & Cut length |
| End Types | Plain Ends (PE) Threaded Ends (TE) Bevelled Ends (BW) Grooved Mechanical Joints or Grooved Ends, TBE (Treaded Both Ends) |
| Form | Round, Square, Hollow, Rectangular, Instrumentation, High Pressure, Cold Rolled Coiled, Electropolish, Heat exchanger, Sanitary etc. |
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