Tube Expanders

 

24 Series Condenser Tube Expanders

24 Series

Condenser Tube Expanders

Elliott’s 24 Series Condenser Expanders are ideal for expanding tubes in chillers, heat exchangers, feedwater heaters, fin fan coolers, and surface condensers.

  • Tube Size: 0.500" to 2.000" (12.7 - 50.8mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Straight

  • Application: Chiller, heat exchanger, feedwater heater, fin fan cooler, and surface condenser.

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PX24 Series Parallel Pin Condenser Expanders

PX24 Series

Parallel Pin Condenser Expanders

Elliott's PX24 Series offer true parallel pin tube expansion, which can reduce the stress created on welded tube joints when compared to tapered rolling.

  • Tube Size: 0.750″ to 1.000″ (19.05 – 25.4mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Parallel Pin Condenser Expander

  • Application: Chillers, heat exchangers, feedwater heaters, fin fan coolers, and surface condensers.

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900 Series Flaring Boiler Tube Expanders

900 Series

Flaring Boiler Tube Expanders

Elliott’s 900 Series Flaring Boiler Expanders are self-feeding, specifically made for use in superheaters in watertube boilers or evaporator tubes. In only one operation, these expanders roll tubes parallel and flare projecting tube ends at 15 degrees from the tool center line.

  • Tube Size: 0.620” to 1.500” (15.4 – 38.1mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Flaring

  • Application: Superheaters, watertube boilers, and evaporator tubes.

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23 Series Condenser Tube Expanders

23 Series

Condenser Tube Expanders

  • Tube Size: 0.250" to 0.375" (6.4 - 9.5mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Straight

  • Application: Chiller, heat exchanger, feedwater heater, fin fan cooler, and surface condenser.

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4480 Series Single Roll Beading Tube Expander

4480 Series

Single Roll Beading Tube Expander

Elliott’s 4480 Series Single Roll Beading Expanders expand the tube into the tube sheet while forming a bead at the end of the tube required in Firetube boiler applications.

  • Tube Size: 1.500” to 3.000” (38.1 – 76.2mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Roll Beading

  • Application: Firetube Boiler

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1500 Series Flaring Boiler Tube Expanders

1500 Series

Flaring Boiler Tube Expanders

Elliott’s 1500 Series Flaring Boiler Expanders are self-feeding, specifically made for use in Firetube and watertube boilers. In only one operation, these expanders roll tubes parallel and flare projecting tube ends at 20 degrees from the tool center line.

  • Tube Size: 1.750” to 4.000” (44.5 – 101.6mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Flaring

  • Application: Firetube Boiler and Watertube Boiler

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3400 Series Flaring Boiler Tube Expanders

3400 Series

Flaring Boiler Tube Expanders

Elliott’s 3400 Series Flaring Boiler Expanders are the recommended tube expanders for expanding and flaring tubes in Firetube and watertube boilers. The prong style collar allows for uniform flare lengths as well as torque controlled tube rolling to obtain uniform expanded joints.

  • Tube Size: 1.500” to 4.000” (38.1 – 101.6mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Flaring

  • Application: Firetube and Watertube Boiler

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3300 Series Straight Boiler Tube Expanders

3300 Series

Straight Boiler Tube Expanders

Elliott’s 3300 Series Straight Boiler Expanders are the preferred tube expanders for expanding tubes in Firetube boilers or in self-contained steam boiler units. They are recommended for any requirement for parallel expansion of tubes in tube sheets.

  • Tube Size: 1.500” to 4.000” (38.1 – 101.6mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Straight

  • Application: Firetube Boiler and Steam Boiler

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DRE Series Deep Roll Boiler Tube Expanders

DRE Series

Deep Roll Boiler Tube Expanders

Elliott’s DRE Series Deep Roll Boiler Expanders are used for deep and hard rolling of steam and mud drums found in high-pressure boilers.

  • Tube Size: 1.750” to 4.000” (44.5 – 101.6mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Straight

  • Application: Steam & Mud Drums and Watertube Boiler

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40 Series Straight Roll Boiler Tube Expanders

40 Series

Straight Roll Boiler Tube Expanders

Elliott’s 40 Series Straight Boiler Expanders are recommended for re-rolling leaky tube joints in Firetube boilers. Self-feeding, these expanders should primarily be used by hand.

  • Tube Size: 2.000” to 3.000” (50.8 – 76.2mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Straight

  • Application: Firetube Boiler

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6621 Series Sugar Mill Vacuum Pan Expanders

6621 Series

Sugar Mill Vacuum Pan Expanders

Elliott’s 6621 Series Sugar Mill Vacuum Pan Expanders are ideal for the fabrication and re-tube of sugar mill vacuum pans.

  • Tube Size: 3.000” to 4.000” (76.2 – 101.60mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Straight

  • Application: Sugar Mill

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3321 Series Sugar Mill Vacuum Pan Expander

3321 Series

Sugar Mill Vacuum Pan Expander

Elliott’s 3321 Series Sugar Mill Vacuum Pan Expanders are ideal for re-rolling tubes in vacuum pans.

  • Tube Size: 3.000” to 4.000” (76.2 – 101.6mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Straight

  • Application: Sugar Mill

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Collet Style Support Sheet Expanders

Elliott’s Collet Style Support Sheet Expanders are used with a handheld short stroke hydraulic ram and lightweight, low-pressure hydraulic pump to support sheet expand finned or prime surface tubes commonly found in chillers.

  • Tube Size: 0.750” to 1.000” (19.1 – 25.4mm) OD

  • Roll Type: Straight

  • Application: Chiller

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Suggested Articles

The Critical Role of Torque in Tube Expansion: Why the Right Motor Matters

For years, tube expansion relied heavily on the subjectivity of "rolling to size or feel". The issue is that what one operator "sees, hears, or feels" could drastically differ from another, leading to variability and a high potential for error. The advent of torque control revolutionized this process, significantly reducing operator error and ensuring consistent, repeatable results across the board. While torque control is essential for consistency, the success often hinges on one critical factor: selecting the right motor for the job. Understanding why torque matters and the potential pitfalls of choosing the wrong motor is crucial for achieving reliable and lasting tube to tube sheet joints.

Why Won’t This Tube Expand

When expanding heat exchanger tubes, achieving the proper wall reduction is crucial for a secure and leak-free seal. Sometimes, however, tubes fail to expand sufficiently, hindering the integrity of the vessel. This article outlines common causes and troubleshooting steps for incomplete tube expansion.

Anatomy of A Tube Expander

Tube expanding is a technique used to create a secure connection between a tube and tube sheet, by compressing the outer diameter against a fixed surface. This process ensures a leak-proof joint that is crucial for the proper functioning of heat exchangers and other pressure vessels.

  • Expanding X-ID Boiler Tubes

Expanding X-ID® Boiler Tubes

In order to increase efficiency and lower operating costs, many boiler makers are switching to X-ID® enhanced tubing. While X-ID® tubes are beneficial for the end user, they can be challenging to install.

  • Expander Wear

Increase Tool Life On Tough Materials

As end users strive for increased heat transfer efficiency, customers are often tasked with building vessels that will withstand heavy use and the test of time. This often results in the use of more wear resistant tube sheet and tube materials, such as Inconel, Hastelloy, and Duplex Stainless Steel. While exotic materials often mean longer tube life, they can take a big toll on expander tool life.