AF3 Series Tube Expander
Features of AF3 Series Tube Expander
- Economical boiler tube expander designed for applications where expansion and flaring are required.
- Sturdy construction provides dependable performance during boiler manufacturing and maintenance operations.
- Expansion and flare rolls are self-contained within the cage for easier handling and assembly.
- Overlapping flare rolls help prevent ridging on the expanded and flared tube end.
- Time-tested and durable design provides consistent results during repeated tube-rolling operations.
- Produces controlled tube expansion together with a uniform flare at the tube end.
- Suitable for applications involving a limited number of boiler tubes requiring expansion and flaring.
- Available in different models for various tube outside diameters and wall thicknesses.
Technical Details
| Product Type | Boiler Tube Expander |
|---|---|
| Series | AF3 Series |
| Operation | Tube Expansion with Flaring |
| Sizes Available | 7/8" O.D. 15G to 4 1/2" O.D. 10–12G |
| Models Available | AF3-3 1/2 to AF3-102/6 |
| Tube I.D. Range | Approximately 18.5 mm to 107 mm |
| Roll Design | Self-Contained Expansion and Overlapping Flare Rolls |
| Flaring Type | Controlled Tube-End Flaring |
| Applications | Boiler Tube Installation, Repair and Maintenance |
Boiler Tube Expansion with Flaring
PRIME AF3 Series Tube Expanders provide an economical solution for boiler tube expansion where flaring of the tube end is also required. The overlapping flare-roll design helps produce a uniform finish while reducing the possibility of ridging.