ASTM B163 Seamless Condenser and Heat Exchanger Tubes
- Type: Seamless Condenser and Heat Exchanger Tube
- Grade: UNS N02200 (Nickel 200), UNS N02201 (Nickel 201), UNS N04400 (Monel 400), UNS N06600 (Inconel 600), UNS N06601 (Inconel 601), UNS N08800 (Incoloy 800), UNS N08810 (Incoloy 800H), UNS 08811 (Incoloy 800HT)
- Outside Diameter (OD): 1/2″ -3″ (12.7-76.2mm)
- Wall Thickness (WT): 1.17-4.19mm
Features
ASTM B163 Seamless Nickel and Nickel Alloy Condenser and Heat Exchanger Tubes
Chemical Composition (wt.%) of ASTM B163 Seamless Condenser and Heat Exchanger Tubes
| Element | UNS N02200 | UNS N02201 | UNS N04400 | UNS N06600 | UNS N06601 | UNS N08800 | UNS N08810 | UNS N08811 |
| Nickel (Ni) | Remainder | Remainder | 63.0 – 70.0 | 72.0 min | 58.0 – 63.0 | 30.0 – 35.0 | 30.0 – 35.0 | 30.0 – 35.0 |
| Chromium (Cr) | – | – | 14.0 – 17.0 | 14.0 – 17.0 | 21.0 – 25.0 | 19.0 – 23.0 | 19.0 – 23.0 | 19.0 – 23.0 |
| Iron (Fe) | 0.40 max | 0.40 max | 2.5 max | 6.0 – 10.0 | – | 39.5 min | 39.5 min | 39.5 min |
| Manganese (Mn) | 0.35 max | 0.35 max | 2.0 max | – | 1.0 max | 1.5 max | 1.5 max | 1.5 max |
| Carbon (C) | 0.15 max | 0.02 max | 0.3 max | 0.15 max | 0.10 max | 0.10 max | 0.10 max | 0.10 max |
| Silicon (Si) | 0.35 max | 0.35 max | 0.5 max | 0.5 max | 0.50 max | 1.0 max | 1.0 max | 1.0 max |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.25 max | 0.25 max | – | – | – | 0.75 max | 0.75 max | 0.75 max |
| Sulfur (S) | 0.010 max | 0.010 max | 0.024 max | 0.015 max | 0.015 max | 0.015 max | 0.015 max | 0.015 max |
Mechanical Properties of ASTM B163 Seamless Condenser and Heat Exchanger Tubes
| Property | UNS N02200 | UNS N02201 | UNS N04400 | UNS N06600 | UNS N06601 | UNS N08800 | UNS N08810 | UNS N08811 |
| Tensile Strength (MPa) | 380-520 | 380-520 | 485-620 | 550 min | 550 min | 380 min | 410 min | 470 min |
| Yield Strength 0.2% Offset (MPa) | 105 min | 105 min | 170 min | 240 min | 240 min | 205 min | 220 min | 220 min |
| Elongation (%) | 35 min | 35 min | 20 min | 30 min | 30 min | 20 min | 20 min | 20 min |
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
| Standard | ASTM B163 Seamless Nickel and Nickel Alloy Condenser and Heat Exchanger Tubes |
| Grade | UNS N02200 (Nickel 200, EN 2.4066, Ni99.2), UNS N02201 (Nickel 201, EN 2.4068, Ni99), UNS N04400 (Monel 400, EN 2.4360, NiCu30Fe), UNS N06600 (Inconel 600, EN 2.4816, NiCr15Fe), UNS N06601 (Inconel 601, EN 2.4851, NiCr23Fe), UNS N08800 (Incoloy 800), UNS N08810 (Incoloy 800H), UNS 08811 (Incoloy 800HT) |
| Seam Type | Seamless |
| Tube Size | Outside Diameter (OD) Range: 1/2″ -3″ (12.7-76.2mm), Wall Thickness (WT) Range: 1.17-4.19mm |
| Length | 6000-12000mm |
| Inspection Certificate | EN 10204 Type 3.1 (Mill Test Certificate), EN 10204 Type 3.2 (Witness Testing or 3rd Party Inspection) |
| Test | Chemical Analysis, Tensile Test, Hardness Test, Flattening Test, Flaring Test, Hydrostatic Test, Nondestructive Testing (NDT), Metallographic Examination |
| Tube Size | Outside Diameter (OD) Range | Wall Thickness (WT) Range |
| Small | 1/8″ to 1/2″ | 0.010″ to 0.125″ |
| Medium | 1/2″ to 4″ | 0.125″ to 0.500″ |
| Large | Above 4″ | Above 0.500″ |
Packing
Small Diameter Pipes and Tubes:
End treatment: Beveled or plain ends are capped or plugged with plastic protectors.
Bundling: Smaller diameter pipes and tubes are grouped in bundles.
Protection: Bundles are then covered with seaworthy bags to protect against moisture and damage during transport.
Alternative packaging: For specific needs or handling requirements, small-diameter pipes can also be loosely packed in plywood boxes instead of bundled in bags.
Large Diameter Pipes:
End treatment: Similar to small diameters, beveled or plain ends are likely capped or plugged.
Loose packing: Larger diameter pipes are individually packed and not bundled due to their size and weight.
Protection: Each pipe is covered with a seaworthy bag to protect it against the elements and potential damage during shipping.
Application
UNS N02200 (Nickel 200) & UNS N02201 (Nickel 201):
Chemical processing: Handling caustic alkalis, especially at high temperatures.
Food processing: Equipment for handling brine, fatty acids, and food-grade chemicals.
Aerospace and electronics: Components requiring high purity and corrosion resistance.
Synthetic fiber production: Spinnerets and other equipment exposed to aggressive chemicals.
UNS N04400 (Monel 400):
Marine engineering: Shafts, pumps, valves, and fasteners due to their resistance to seawater corrosion.
Chemical processing: Equipment for handling hydrofluoric acid, sulfuric acid, and other aggressive chemicals.
Oil and gas industry: Valve and pump components, piping systems.
Power generation: Heat exchanger tubing, condenser tubes.
UNS N06600 (Inconel 600):
Chemical processing: Equipment for handling corrosive chemicals at high temperatures and pressures.
Aerospace and gas turbine engines: Components like combustion liners, turbine blades, and exhaust systems.
Nuclear power plants: Steam generator tubing, heat exchangers.
Heat-treating equipment: Furnace components, baskets, and fixtures.
UNS N06601 (Inconel 601):
Heat-treating equipment: Furnace components operating at extremely high temperatures.
Petrochemical industry: Catalyst tubes, reformer tubes.
Pollution control equipment: Thermal oxidizers, incinerators.
Power generation: Superheater and reheater tubing in fossil fuel power plants.
UNS N08800 (Incoloy 800), UNS N08810 (Incoloy 800H), & UNS N08811 (Incoloy 800HT):
Heat exchangers: Excellent resistance to high temperatures and various corrosive environments.
Chemical processing: Reactors, piping systems, and heat exchangers handling aggressive chemicals.
Petrochemical industry: Furnace tubes, ethylene cracking coils.
Power generation: Superheater and reheater tubing in fossil fuel and nuclear power plants.
