Tube Testers
Get all your tube leak tester supplies all in one place. Elliott offers high-quality vacuum test guns, pressure test guns, prep brushes, and tube plugs to help you test and plug tubes quickly.
RECON Series 1500
Vacuum Test Guns
Operating the RECON 1500 Tube Leak Test Gun is simple. With the air supply connected, plug one tube end with the test gun and the other end with the T-Handle Plugging Tool. Press the lever trigger and the Venturi System quickly and efficiently evacuates the tube. Then monitor the gauge for loss of vacuum, which indicates a tube leak.
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Tube Size: 0.280” to 2.456” (7.1 – 62.4mm) ID
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Type: Vacuum Test Gun
RECON Series 1250 & 2500
Pressure Test Guns
The RECON 1250 and 2500 are simple to operate. Connect the air supply, insert the seals into both sides of the tube ends and pressurize the tubes. Then monitor the gauges for drops in air pressure, which indicate a tube leak.
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Tube Size: 0.500” to 2.500 (12.7 – 63.5mm) OD
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Type: Pressure Test Gun
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Navigating Tube Damage: A Guide to Shell and Tube Heat Exchanger Repairs
Shell and tube heat exchangers are workhorses in countless industrial processes, facilitating efficient heat transfer. However, like any critical equipment, they’re susceptible to wear and tear over time. From erosion and corrosion to vibration and fatigue, various factors can lead to tube damage, compromising the exchanger's performance and potentially leading to costly downtime. Fortunately, a range of repair methods exists, offering solutions depending on the severity and type of damage. Understanding these options is crucial for effective maintenance and maximizing the lifespan of these units.
Strategies for Successful Heat Exchanger Tube Plugging
Plugging leaking tubes in heat exchangers is a critical maintenance task. However, this seemingly straightforward procedure can present a multitude of challenges that can impact both the success of the plug and the overall maintenance process. These challenges include creating a secure seal due to suboptimal tube conditions, limited reach and accessibility, and the availability of suitable plugging materials.
Common Types of Tube Failure– Fouling & Corrosion
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When To Retube or Replace
To get the best performance out of a vessel it’s important that it maintains necessary operating capacity. While there are several preventative maintenance procedures that can prolong the life of the vessel, eventually a decision on retubing or replacing the unit will need to be made.
Installing Mechanical Tube Plugs
When needing to use and install mechanical tube plugs, having the correct tools for the job can make it easier and quicker to get the job. Below are step by step instructions to help overcome this challenge.