The nickel alloy tube is useful in chemical processing plants as it can easily handle corrosive chemicals and extreme temperatures.
Nickel Alloy Tube Manufacturer
We, Xintongda Special Steel (XTD), have been manufacturing the best-quality nickel alloy tubes in China since 1985. All our nickel alloy tubes are manufactured according to ASTM B163 and B161 standards. This is a high-performance tube made to provide stability at extreme temperatures, high-pressure systems, and corrosion resistance against acidic, alkaline, and seawater conditions. This nickel alloy tube is mainly used in chemical & petrochemical, aerospace, power generation, oil and gas, and various other industries. We at XTD provide various types of grades of nickel tubes in various sizes and dimensions. Our team conducts a lot of rigorous testing, including destructive and non-destructive methods, to make sure the products are of the best quality. We also offer customised solutions. As a multiple international certified manufacturer and supplier, we have an annual supply capacity of 25,000 tons. With our advanced production and logistic capabilities, we can deliver in-stock products within a week and production orders in 15-60 days.
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OD Range
6 - 457 mm
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Thickness
1 - 65 mm
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Length
≤ 22 m
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What is Nickel Tube?
A nickel tube is a tubular product made of high-purity nickel alloy with slight traces of other elements like chromium, copper, etc. The high purity of nickel increases the tube’s performance manifold. This is why it is preferable in high-temperature and high-pressure applications. There are mainly two types of nickel tubes, seamless and welded. However, we at Xintongda specialise in manufacturing seamless nickel tubes. Many industrialists choose nickel tubes over carbon steel ones mainly because of the higher oxidation and corrosion resistance, more thermal stability, higher tensile and yield strength, and better toughness. We offer nickel tube grades like 200 and 201, which have more than 99% nickel.
What are the key Features and Benefits of Nickel Tubing
Nickel tubes have 4 main characteristics that make them different from other material tubes:
- Good mechanical properties: A nickel tube has high tensile and yield strength, good weldability, high toughness, and excellent ductility.
- High corrosion resistance: The nickel content forms a passive protective oxide layer when exposed to highly oxidising environments. Also, according to the galvanic series, nickel is considered electrochemically noble. This helps prevent corrosion in an electrolyte.
- Versatility Across Industries: The features, like good corrosion resistance, high thermal and high-pressure stability, excellent ductility, and others, make the nickel tube versatile across various industries.
- Long Service Life and Cost Efficiency: Nickel tubes’ long service life and cost efficiency are the result of the collection of the above-mentioned characteristics and their resistance to biofouling.
Nickel Tube Specification
We provide the nickel alloy tubes that comply with ASTM B161 and B163 standards. These tubes are available in various grades, schedules, forms, ends, and sizes. The table given below explains the specifications of the tube more clearly.
Standard
ASTM B163 / B161
Outside Diameters
6 - 457 mm
Length
Max to 22M
Thickness Range
1 - 65 mm
Grades
Nickel 200, 201
Form
Round, Square, Rectangular, Hydraulic etc
End
Plain End, Beveled End, Threaded
Testing
PMI, Radiography, Mechanical, Chemical
What are the Types of Nickel Tubes
There are mainly 4 types of nickel tubes, like seamless, heat exchanger tubes, condenser tubes, and capillary tubes. At Xintongda, we specialise in manufacturing high-quality seamless nickel tubes.
Seamless Nickel Tube
Nickel Heat Exchanger Tubes
Nickel Condenser Tubes
Nickel Capillary Tube
Nickel Tube Grades
As already mentioned above, we at XTD offer nickel tubes of two grades, 200 and 201. Both of them are made from commercially pure nickel and have good properties.
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Nickel 200 Tube
The nickel 200 tube, also known as alloy 200 or Ni-200, is a commercially pure wrought nickel (99.6%) tubular product. It is a solid solution strengthened alloy with high resistance to corrosion in acids, saltwater, and caustic solutions. Alloy 200 tube’s standard equivalent designation is UNS N02200.
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Nickel 201 Tube
Nickel 201 tube is commonly referred to as alloy 201 and Ni-201. Like 200, this is also a commercially pure wrought nickel tube, with the only difference being its low carbon content. This helps the alloy 201 tube to prevent graphitisation at elevated temperatures.
Industrial Applications of Nickel Alloy Tubes
Nickel tubing is used in various industries exposed to highly corrosive environments and extreme temperatures.
Chemical Processing
Mainly used in reactors & vessels, piping & fittings, heat exchangers, valves, sensors, instrumentation, data acquisition devices, and storage tanks.
Petrochemical
In the petrochemical industry, it is utilised for pressure vessels, condensers, catalytic cracking units, refining equipment, etc.
Power Generation
The power generation industry uses nickel tubes for gas turbine components, boiler tubes and pipes, combustion chambers, vanes, discs, and blades.
Aerospace and Defence
Generally applied in jet engine components like turbine blades, compressor disks, combustion chambers, and exhaust systems. Nickel tubing is also found in fuel & hydraulic lines and structural components.
Oil and Gas
Nickel alloy tubing is found in downhole tubing and offshore platforms, distillation columns, reactor tubes, and transportation.
Nuclear Industry
The nuclear industry uses nickel tubes for nuclear power plants, heat exchangers, research reactors, and radiation therapy equipment.
100% Certified Testing & Documentation
- EN 10204 3.1 and EN 10204 3.2 Material Test Certificates (MTC)
- Raw Materials Certificate
- 100% Positive Material Identification (PMI)
- Heat Treatment Charts
- Third-Party Inspection Report
- Surface roughness and size measurement
- Manufacturer Test Certificate (Impact Testing, Flattening, Flare, Bend, Hardness, Intergranular Corrosion, Pitting Corrosion, Grain size, Eddy Current (ET), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Hydrostatic Testing (HT), etc.)
- Laboratory Test Certificate from Govt. Approved Lab
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How is Nickel Alloy Tube useful in Chemical Processing plants?
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Do you supply nickel tubes in seamless or welded form?We at Xintongda supply nickel tubes in seamless form only.
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What is the typical delivery time for nickel alloy tubes?We can deliver nickel alloy tubes within a week for stock orders and in 15-60 days for production orders.
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What are the standard specifications for nickel tubes?The standard specifications of nickel tubes are:
- Standard - ASTM B161/ ASTM B163
- OD Range - 6-457 mm
- Thickness Range - 1-65 mm
- Length - Up to 22 m
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Can you provide nickel alloy tubes with custom lengths?Yes, we do provide nickel alloy tubes with custom lengths up to 22 m.
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What temperatures can nickel alloy tubes handle?Nickel alloy tubes can handle temperatures up to 600-700 °C in continuous service.