We are a business excelling in providing specialist tubing services. These take on varying forms to meet each client’s specifications. With tube expansion, we can use a series of methods to open the tube end. Once we’re done, you’ll be able to use your utensils in all kinds of interesting ways. For example, it can work for hydraulic systems, plumbing, pipelines, and more.

Stainless steel hydraulic tubes have decent corrosion resistance alongside high temperature resistance. They can also maintain the performance stability and integrity in harsh working settings. Compare to standard tubing materials, like alloy and carbon steel, stainless is more durable. This can extend the hydraulic system’s service life and lower maintenance costs. Additionally, stainless steel tubes come with excellent mechanical features and high strength. These ensure the hydraulic system’s reliability and safety.

Let’s look at how stainless tube compares to other options in more detail.

Carbon steel

We’ll start with carbon steel hydraulic tubes. Stainless alloys include elements like nickel and chromium. They can form a dense oxide film. In humid, alkaline, and acidic corrosive settings, the corrosion resistance is far superior to what you get with carbon steel tubes. The service life will therefore be longer.

Stainless steel’s mechanical properties here are also decent. The toughness and strength of top quality products are equal to or actually higher than carbon steel. The tube can put up with higher pressure and impact. Moreover, it’s less likely to rupture and deform in complex stress environments. Let us know if you need first rate tube expansion services.

Copper alloy

Next, we’ll compare stainless with copper alloy hydraulic tubes. The two have high corrosion resistance. In some particular corrosive settings, copper alloy tube performs very well. An example would be non-oxidising acid environment. However, if it is oxidising acid, ammonia, and other settings, stainless tubes come out on top.

Then there’s the strength. Stainless steel’s strength tends to be higher than copper alloy’s. In high impact and high pressure hydraulic systems, the former can do a better job of withstanding pressure. The tubes are not as likely crack or deform, and they possess greater durability. Saying this, copper tube has better fatigue resistance and toughness. They also have specific advantages in some occasions with regular vibration.

Rubber

Finally, we’ll compare stainless steel tubes with rubber hoses. For one thing, steel tubing has a strong anti-ageing ability. As a result, they can ensure a stable performance for some time. Rubber is vulnerable to cracking and ageing during long term use. This is particularly true in ultraviolet radiation, high temperature, and other challenging environments. It can therefore cause issues and requires more upkeep and replacement costs.

The pressure resistance is also great here. Stainless steel hydraulic tubing’s ability surpasses that of rubber hoses. It retains this even if you get tube expansion. They can work effectively in higher pressure systems. Rubber is prone to cracking and bulging under high pressure. Moreover, the durability isn’t stellar. That being said, rubber hoses do have decent shock absorption and flexibility. In some special occasions, they have their distinct advantages.

Precautions

Stainless steel tubes do offer superb performance in hydraulic environments. However, there are a few matters you need to pay attention to regarding their use. For one thing, the cost can be high. You have to make choices based on the budget and needs of the specific hydraulic system.

What’s more, stainless steel tubes aren’t the easiest to cut and process. The processing is tricky, requiring expert technical and equipment support. Also, the elastic modulus (the ability to resist deformation) and thermal expansion coefficient are big.

The factors above are ones you have to consider when designing hydraulic systems. This way, you can avoid complications like leakage, fatigue, and pipeline deformation due to issues like thermal contraction and expansion.

We’ll get you what you need with tube expansion

At Multiform Tubes Engineering Ltd, we have an experienced and knowledgeable team. It can meet all your specifications. We’ll use various techniques like expansion and our other services to give your tubes the features they need. You’ll be able to do your projects without issue.

So, if we can help you in any way with tube expansion and more, please let us know. We’re happy to provide advice about working with different materials and adapting tubing for various applications.