A179 COLD DRAWN LOW-CARBON STEEL U TUBE FOR TUBULAR HEAT EXCHANGER
Advantages of A179 tubes include:
- High Thermal Conductivity: A179 tubes are known for their excellent thermal conductivity, making them ideal for applications where efficient heat transfer is crucial. This feature is particularly advantageous in industries such as heat exchangers and condensers.
- Corrosion Resistance: A179 tubes are typically made from carbon steel material with good corrosion resistance properties. This makes them suitable for use in environments where corrosion is a concern, such as chemical processing plants or marine applications.
- Cost-Effective: A179 tubes are relatively cost-effective compared to other materials such as stainless steel or copper. This makes them a popular choice for applications where cost efficiency is a priority without compromising on performance.
- High Strength: Despite being lightweight, A179 tubes offer good strength and durability, making them suitable for use in high-pressure and high-temperature environments. They can withstand harsh operating conditions without compromising on performance.
- Versatility: A179 tubes are versatile and can be easily customized to meet specific requirements in terms of dimensions, wall thickness, and surface finish. This flexibility makes them suitable for a wide range of industrial applications.
- Ease of Fabrication: A179 tubes can be easily welded, bent, and fabricated to suit various design specifications. This ease of fabrication makes them convenient for manufacturers and ensures quick and efficient installation.
- Regulatory Compliance: A179 tubes often meet industry standards and specifications, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements in different sectors. This makes them a reliable choice for applications where adherence to quality and ety standards is essential.
- Overall, the combination of thermal conductivity, corrosion resistance, cost-effectiveness, strength, versatility, ease of fabrication, and regulatory compliance makes A179 tubes a preferred choice for various industrial applications that require efficient heat transfer and reliable performance.
Chemical Compositions
C, % | Mn, % | P, % | S, % |
0.06-0.18 | 0.27-0.63 | 0.035 max | 0.035 max |
Mechanical Properties
Tensile Strength, MPa | Yield Strength, MPa | Elongation, % | Hardness, HRB |
325 min. | 180 min. | 35 min. | 72 max |
Outside Diameter & Tolerance
Outside Diameter, mm | Tolerance, mm |
3.2≤OD<25.4 | ±0.10 |
25.4≤OD≤38.1 | ±0.15 |
38.1<OD<50.8 | ±0.20 |
50.8≤OD<63.5 | ±0.25 |
63.5≤OD<76.2 | ±0.30 |
76.2 | ±0.38 |
Wall thickness & Tolerance
Outside Diamter, mm | Tolerance, % |
3.2≤OD<38.1 | +20/-0 |
38.1≤OD≤76.2 | +22/-0 |
Applications:
- Pharmaceutical Equipment.
- Chemical Equipment.
- Sea Water Equipment.
- Heat Exchangers.
- Condensers.
- Pulp and Paper Industry
- Off-Shore Oil Drilling Companies.
- Power Generation.
- Petrochemicals.
- Gas Processing.
- Specialty Chemicals.
- Pharmaceuticals.
