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Heat Exchanger Tubes – ASTM A213 / A269 / B163 Manufacturer in India

Inox Steel India – Seamless & Welded Heat Exchanger Tubes for High-Performance Thermal Systems

Inox Steel India is one of the leading manufacturers, stockists, and exporters of Heat Exchanger Tubes produced as per internationally recognized standards ASTM A213, ASTM A269, and ASTM B163. These tubes are engineered for high-efficiency heat transfer, corrosion resistance, and long-term reliability in industrial thermal systems working with steam, chemicals, refrigerants, and high-temperature fluids.

Our Heat Exchanger Tubes are used across:

  • Refinery heat exchangers
  • Power plant condensers
  • Chemical processing heaters
  • Pharmaceutical thermal systems
  • Food processing evaporators
  • HVAC & refrigeration coils
  • Petrochemical coolers
  • Desalination plants

Every tube is manufactured with precise tolerances, smooth internal surface, and superior mechanical stability to ensure optimal thermal conductivity and long lifecycle in demanding operating environments.

We supply straight tubes, U-bend tubes, finned tubes, and custom coil tubes, produced using advanced cold-drawing mills, bright annealing lines, and automated NDT inspection systems.

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Understanding Heat Exchanger Tube Standards

Heat exchanger tubes differ from boiler tubes or process tubing — their priority is thermal efficiency, corrosion resistance, and dimensional precision. Different standards cater to different temperature, pressure, and media conditions.

🔹 ASTM A213 – Alloy Steel & Stainless Steel

  • Used for: High-temperature steam, petrochemical heaters.
  • Grades: T11, T22, TP304/304L, TP316/316L, TP321.
  • Advantages: Smooth ID, high strength, excellent weldability.
🔹 ASTM A269 – Stainless Steel (Cold-Finished)

  • Used for: Food processing, pharma, high-purity steam lines.
  • Grades: TP304/304L, TP316/316L, TP321.
  • Advantages: Close tolerances, bright annealed, hygienic performance.
🔹 ASTM B163 – Nickel Alloy

  • Used for: Corrosive media, chloride-rich or acidic systems.
  • Grades: Inconel 600/625, Incoloy 800/825, Monel 400, Hastelloy C22/C276.
  • Advantages: Extreme corrosion and oxidation resistance.

Manufacturing Process of Heat Exchanger Tubes

Inox Steel India follows a refined multi-stage manufacturing process to ensure perfect thermal performance:

Manufacturing Steps:

  1. Solid Billet → Hot Piercing → Hollow Shell: Ensures thick-wall seamless integrity.
  2. Cold Drawn / Cold Rolled Processing: Creates smooth ID, tight OD tolerance, and enhanced strength.
  3. Bright Annealing: Restores full corrosion resistance and creates a clean, bright internal surface.
  4. Straightening & Cutting: Precision straightening ensures ≤1 mm/m straightness.
  5. U-Bending (For Shell & Tube Exchangers): Computer-controlled bending with no flattening, no wall thinning, and stress-relief annealing.
  6. Non-Destructive Testing: EDDY Current + UT + Hydro Tests ensure defect-free tubes.

Why Manufacturers Choose Our Tubes

  •  Smooth Internal Surface: High heat transfer efficiency.
  • High Corrosion Resistance: Resists chlorides, steam, mild acids, and organic compounds.
  • Excellent Weldability: Low-carbon grades prevent sensitization.
  • Precise Dimensional Control: Ensures proper tube sheet fitting.
  • Perfect for U-Bending: Tubes withstand forming without cracking.
  •  Long-Term Reliability: Essential for continuous plant operations.

Applications & Technical Specifications of Heat Exchanger Tubes

Heat Exchanger Tubes are designed for thermal efficiency, corrosion resistance, and long-term stability in systems handling steam, hot fluids, chemicals, refrigerants, aromatics, and corrosive gases.

Applications by Standard / Grade / Service Condition

🔹 ASTM A213 (Alloy & Stainless)

  • Best for: High-temp heat transfer, refinery heaters.
  • Grades: T11/T22 (400–600°C), TP304/L (Up to 650°C), TP316/L (Chloride resistance).
  • Industries: Power · Petrochemical · Food · Pharma · Marine.
🔹 ASTM A269 (SS Cold-Finished)

  • Best for: High precision, hygienic, and clean-service systems.
  • Application: Pharma HE (Purified water), Food coils (Pasteurization), HVAC coils.
  • Industries: Pharma · Biotech · Dairy · HVAC.
🔹 ASTM B163 (Nickel Alloy)

  • Best for: Corrosive, chloride-rich, acidic media.
  • Alloys: Inconel 600/625 (High corrosion), Incoloy 800/825 (Oxidation), Monel 400, Hastelloy C22/C276.
  • Industries: Refinery · Offshore · Marine · Fertilizer.

Dimensional Range (General)

  • Outside Diameter (OD): 6 mm to 114 mm
  • Wall Thickness (WT): 0.5 mm to 12 mm
  • Length: 6M · 12M · U-bent · Custom
  • Finish: Annealed · Bright Annealed · Pickled
  • Ends: Plain · Bevelled · U-Bent

Indicative Price Range (2025 – INR + USD)

Standard Material Type Price (INR/kg) Price (USD/kg) Applications
ASTM A213 (Alloy) T11/T22 ₹ 165 – ₹ 280 $2.20 – $3.50 High-temp exchangers
ASTM A213 (SS) TP304/316 ₹ 260 – ₹ 550 $3.20 – $6.80 Steam exchangers
ASTM A269 (SS) All SS grades ₹ 290 – ₹ 580 $3.60 – $7.00 Food/Pharma HE
ASTM B163 (Nickel) Inconel/Monel/Hastelloy ₹ 1,450 – ₹ 3,800 $17.50 – $45.00 Chemical/Refinery HE

 Prices vary depending on WT, OD, finish, U-bending, and TPI requirements.

Testing & Quality Assurance

Mechanical Tests

  • Tensile strength
  • Yield strength
  • Hardness
  • Flare & flattening
Non-Destructive Tests

  • Eddy Current Test
  • Ultrasonic Test (UT)
  • Hydrostatic Test
  • Air Under Water Leak
Corrosion & Material

  • PMI test
  • IGC test
  • Chloride media test
  • Oxidation resistance
Dimensional & Certs

  • OD/WT tolerance
  • Straightness/Ovality
  • EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2
  • ISO 9001 / PED

Third Party Inspection Available: SGS, TUV, BV, DNV, Intertek.

Engineering Notes (For Heat Exchanger Designers)

  • Choose ASTM A213 when operating above 400°C, steam media, or high thermal stress.
  • Choose ASTM A269 when hygiene & purity matter, for food/pharma thermal systems, or tight dimensional tolerance.
  • Choose ASTM B163 when chlorides > 200 ppm, or for high temperature + corrosive chemicals in offshore use.
  • For U-Bent Tubes: Use low-carbon grades (304L, 316L, 625) to avoid cracking; stress-relief is mandatory after bending.
  • Mechanical Selection: WT should match design pressure (ASME Section VIII) and OD should fit tube sheet drilling.

Heat Exchanger Tube Supplier Near Alankar Cinema, Mumbai — Inox Steel India

Inox Steel India is a trusted, high-reliability supplier of Heat Exchanger Tubes near Alankar Cinema, Mumbai, serving boiler manufacturers, EPC contractors, thermal system fabricators, refineries, chemical plants, and engineering companies across India and 40+ international markets.

We specialize in the production and supply of:

  • ASTM A213 Heat Exchanger Tubes (Alloy Steel & Stainless Steel)
  • ASTM A269 Heat Exchanger Tubes (Cold-Finished SS for hygienic systems)
  • ASTM B163 Heat Exchanger Tubes (Nickel Alloy tubes for corrosive media)

Our tubes are designed for high thermal efficiency, long operating life, corrosion resistance, and superior mechanical stability, making them ideal for heat exchangers, condensers, evaporators, coolers, and process heaters across industries. Every tube is produced under strict quality protocols, NDT-tested, heat-treated, and delivered with full EN 10204 3.1 documentation — ensuring zero defects and perfect tube-to-tube sheet fitment.

Why Choose Inox Steel India for Heat Exchanger Tubes?

  1. Complete Range: Stainless Steel (304/316/321), Alloy Steel (T11/T22), and Nickel Alloys (600/625/800/825/C22/C276).
  2. Precision Manufacturing: Ultra-smooth ID for improved heat transfer and tight OD/WT tolerance for perfect tube sheet expansion.
  3. U-Bent Tube Specialisation: Controlled-radius U-bending, zero flattening, and stress relief heat treatment.
  4. Export Ready Deliveries: Regular exports to UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Africa, Europe, USA, Canada, Brazil, Mexico.
  5. Project Documentation: MTC (EN 10204 3.1 / 3.2), Heat-treatment charts, NDT reports (EC, UT, HT), and PMI reports.
  6. Industrial Stock: Bulk stock in 12.7 mm to 50.8 mm OD and 0.75 mm to 3.0 mm WT in 6M & 12M lengths.

Industries & Applications Served

Industry Applications
Oil & Gas Refineries Feed-effluent heaters · Coolers · Reboilers
Petrochemical & Chemical Acid heaters · Reformers · Crackers
Power Plants (Thermal & Nuclear) Condensers · Steam coolers
Pharmaceutical & Biotech Clean steam heaters · Purified water heat exchangers
Food & Beverage Milk heaters · Pasteurizers · Evaporator coils
Marine & Offshore Seawater coolers · Brine exchangers
HVAC & Refrigeration Chilled water coils · Refrigerant cooling
Desalination Plants Brine heaters · Thermal evaporators

Packaging & Export Handling

All heat exchanger tubes are packaged to prevent contamination, corrosion, and transit damage.

Packaging Includes

  • HDPE wrapping and End caps.
  • Anti-corrosion oil (on request).
  • Wooden boxes for U-bent tubes.
  • Marking: ASTM A213 / A269 / B163 · Grade · OD × WT · Heat No.
Shipping Ports

  • JNPT Mumbai
  • Mundra Port
  • Hazira Port

We handle FCL, LCL, Air freight for urgent shutdowns, and project cargo shipments.

Get a Quick Technical Quote

For heat exchanger tubes in Stainless Steel, Alloy Steel, and Nickel Alloys — including U-bent tubes — talk to our technical sales team.

Inox Steel India

52-A, Mulji Thackersi Bldg, Islampura Street, Shop No. 10, Near Alankar Cinema, Mumbai – 400 004

Email

alloy@inoxsteelindia.in, steel@inoxsteelindia.in

Phone

+91 9930796690

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

In high-chloride, acidic, or high-temperature environments where SS fails — refineries, petrochemical units, and offshore heat exchangers.

Yes, with stress-relief heat treatment and precise bending radius control.

Bright Annealed (BA) finish → hygienic & contamination-free

Yes — SGS, BV, TUV, DNV inspections available.

Yes — to GCC, Europe, Africa, USA, South America, and Southeast Asia.

Inox Steel India supplies stainless steel, alloy steel, and nickel alloy heat exchanger tubes as per ASTM A213, A269 & B163. Ideal for condensers, reboilers, heaters, evaporators & coolers. Exporter to GCC, Europe, Africa & USA.

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