Pressureless Sintered SiC Heat Exchange Tubes
Our pressureless sintered silicon carbide (SSiC) heat exchange tubes are engineered for extreme industrial environments. Manufactured through automated extrusion and sintered at ultra-high temperatures (2100-2200°C), they deliver unmatched thermal performance, exceptional corrosion resistance, and long-term structural stability. As the core component in shell-and-tube heat exchangers, they are the superior choice for maximizing efficiency and minimizing downtime in the most demanding applications.
Key Material Properties & Performance Data
The following table details the superior physical and thermal properties of our SSiC material that guarantee reliable performance.
| Physical Properties |
Unit |
SSiC Value |
| Composition: SiC |
Vol% |
≥ 98 |
| Density @ 20 ℃ |
g/cm³ |
≥ 3.05 |
| Open Porosity |
Vol% |
≈ 0 |
| Hardness (Vickers HV1) |
kg/mm² |
2350 |
| Flexural Strength (20 °C) |
MPa |
320 - 400 |
| Flexural Strength (1300 °C) |
MPa |
300 - 400 |
| Coefficient of Thermal Expansion |
10⁻⁶/K |
4.0 |
| Thermal Conductivity @ 20 °C |
W/(m*K) |
196 |
| Modulus of Elasticity @ RT |
GPa |
410 |
| Max. Service Temperature (in air) |
°C |
1650 |
Why Choose Our SiC Heat Exchange Tubes?
- Superior Corrosion Resistance: Withstands harsh acids, alkalis, and solvents, making it ideal for aggressive chemical processes where metals and alloys fail.
- Exceptional High-Temperature Stability: Maintains mechanical strength and integrity in continuous operation at temperatures up to 1650°C in air.
- High Thermal Conductivity: Excellent heat transfer (196 W/m*K at room temperature) ensures maximum efficiency in heating or cooling applications.
- Outstanding Thermal Shock Resistance: Withstands rapid temperature changes (>350 ΔT), preventing cracking and failure.
- Excellent Wear & Erosion Resistance: The extreme hardness (2350 HV) provides a long service life in applications with abrasive slurries or particulates.
- Fully Dense & Impermeable: Near-zero open porosity prevents gas or fluid permeation, ensuring product purity and structural reliability.
Standard Product Sizes
We offer a range of standard sizes for rapid delivery. All dimensions are customizable to your specifications.
| SN |
Outer Diameter (OD) |
Inner Diameter (ID) |
Wall Thickness |
| 1 |
14 mm |
11 mm |
1.5 mm |
| 2 |
16 mm |
12 mm |
2.0 mm |
| 3 |
19 mm |
14.5 mm |
2.25 mm |
| 4 |
25 mm |
20 mm |
2.5 mm |
| 5 |
34 mm |
24 mm |
5.0 mm |
Customization & Engineering Services
We provide comprehensive customization to meet your exact system requirements:
- Custom Dimensions: Tubes can be produced in bespoke lengths, diameters, and wall thicknesses.
- Precision End Machining: Options include flanged, threaded, or ground ends for perfect sealing and integration.
- Advanced Drilling Services: Custom axial or radial hole patterns can be machined to meet specific flow distribution needs.
Industrial Applications
Our SiC tubes are critical components across multiple industries:
- Petrochemical: High-temperature cracking furnaces; Sulfuric acid concentration systems.
- Energy & Power: Waste heat recovery boilers; Advanced nuclear reactor cooling circuits.
- Environmental Engineering: Flue gas desulfurization (FGD) scrubbers; Hazardous waste incineration systems.
- Metallurgy: Heat recovery from non-ferrous metal smelting; Molten salt heat transfer systems.