Description
Premium Nickel Tube – ASTM B163 Seamless Ni200 Alloy Tubing
📖 Product Overview
Our Nickel Tube products are manufactured to the strict ASTM B163 standard, ensuring exceptional quality, purity, and performance. Made from high-grade Ni200 alloy, these tubes are precision-engineered for industrial applications that demand outstanding corrosion resistance, high thermal stability, and excellent mechanical properties.
Whether you require tubing for heat exchangers, chemical processing equipment, or marine engineering, our nickel tubes deliver reliable performance under the most challenging operating conditions. The seamless construction guarantees uniformity, structural integrity, and leak-free operation even in high-pressure environments.
🔍 Key Features & Benefits
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Premium Quality – Produced to ASTM B163 specifications for consistent mechanical performance.
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Seamless Construction – Enhances pressure tolerance and eliminates weak weld points.
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High Purity Ni200 Alloy – Typically ≥99.6% nickel, offering superior corrosion resistance.
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Versatile Applications – Suitable for heat exchangers, condensers, evaporators, and more.
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Excellent Workability – Easy to fabricate, weld, and machine without compromising integrity.
⚙ Technical Specifications
Chemical Composition (Typical Ni200)
| Element | Content (wt%) |
|---|---|
| Nickel (Ni) | ≥ 99.6% |
| Copper (Cu) | ≤ 0.25% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤ 0.40% |
| Manganese (Mn) | ≤ 0.35% |
| Carbon (C) | ≤ 0.15% |
| Silicon (Si) | ≤ 0.35% |
| Sulfur (S) | ≤ 0.01% |
Mechanical Properties (Annealed Condition)
| Property | Value (Typical) |
|---|---|
| Tensile Strength | ≥ 380 MPa |
| Yield Strength (0.2% offset) | ≥ 105 MPa |
| Elongation | ≥ 40% |
| Melting Point | 1453°C (2647°F) |
| Density | 8.89 g/cm³ |
Available Sizes
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Outside Diameter (OD): 3.18 mm (1/8″) to 114.3 mm (4.5″)
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Wall Thickness: 0.5 mm to 6 mm
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Length: Up to 6 meters or custom-cut to client requirements
🏭 Manufacturing Process
Our Nickel Tube production process is designed to meet stringent quality standards:
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Raw Material Selection – High-purity Ni200 ingots are sourced from certified suppliers.
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Hot Extrusion – The nickel alloy is formed into seamless billets.
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Cold Drawing – Tubes are drawn to precise diameters and wall thicknesses.
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Annealing – Heat-treated in controlled furnaces to enhance ductility and corrosion resistance.
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Straightening & Finishing – Ensuring dimensional accuracy and smooth surface finish.
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Testing & Certification – Every tube undergoes mechanical, chemical, and NDT inspections.
Learn more about our Ni200 Nickel Tube manufacturing process for industrial applications. 🔗
🌊 Corrosion Resistance
Nickel tubes exhibit excellent resistance to a variety of corrosive environments:
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Acids: Resistant to hydrochloric, sulfuric, and phosphoric acids in moderate concentrations.
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Alkalis: Outstanding performance in caustic soda and other strong bases.
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Marine: High resistance to seawater and brine, making them ideal for desalination plants.
This corrosion resistance is why nickel tubes are preferred in heat exchangers and condensers in chemical and marine industries.
🛠 Applications
Our Nickel Tube products serve a wide range of industries:
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Chemical Processing Plants – For transporting aggressive chemicals safely.
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Desalination Plants – Long-lasting performance in saline environments.
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Power Generation – Heat exchanger and condenser tubing.
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Aerospace & Defense – Fuel systems and high-temperature components.
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Electronics – Vacuum systems, instrumentation, and semiconductor equipment.
📏 Standards & Certifications
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ASTM B163 – Seamless Nickel and Nickel Alloy Condenser and Heat-Exchanger Tubes
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ASME SB163 – Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code compliance
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EN, DIN, and JIS equivalents available upon request
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Mill Test Certificate (EN 10204 3.1) provided with each shipment
🔧 Fabrication & Machining
Nickel Tube is highly workable:
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Welding: Suitable for TIG, MIG, and resistance welding.
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Forming: Can be bent and shaped without cracking.
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Cutting: Supports precision cutting to tight tolerances.
Our factory can supply tubes in annealed or cold-worked conditions depending on customer requirements.
📦 Packaging & Delivery
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Protective Caps: To safeguard tube ends during transport.
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Bundle Wrapping: PVC or woven cloth for moisture protection.
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Custom Crating: For sea freight and long-term storage.
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Lead Time: 2–4 weeks for standard sizes, custom orders vary.
📊 Advantages Over Competing Materials
| Property | Nickel Tube | Stainless Steel Tube | Copper Tube |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corrosion Resistance | Excellent | Good | Moderate |
| High-Temp Strength | Very High | High | Low |
| Thermal Conductivity | High | Medium | High |
| Lifespan | 20+ years | 10–15 years | 5–10 years |
💡 Why Choose Our Nickel Tube
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Decades of manufacturing expertise in nickel alloys.
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Competitive pricing without compromising quality.
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Global shipping with full export documentation.
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Strict quality control backed by ISO-certified facilities.
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📞 Contact Us
📧 Email: sales@niticu.com
📞 Phone / WhatsApp / WeChat:+86 13335373172
🏭 Factory: Baotai Road Industrial Park, High-tech Zone, Baoji City, Shaanxi, China
🌐 Website: https://niticu.com
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