Tube Expander – 8012 SERIES
8012 Series is the adjustable type tube expanders with thrust bearing collar, to be used in normal and heavy thickness tubes of Boilers, Air Heaters, Refinery Tubes, It can be used for expanding thick tube sheets of up to 8” standard expanders available for 1.3/4” to 5” OD Tubes.
Available large tube sizes on request.

The Sapsons Tube Expander – 8012 SERIES is a heavy-duty adjustable tube expanding tool designed for expanding and securing tubes into thick tube sheets used in boilers, air heaters, condensers, and refinery equipment. It features a thrust bearing collar for smoother operation and controlled expansion in demanding industrial applications.

For tubes of I.D. :
1.420' (36.1mm) to 2.902' (73.7mm).
Available in Roller Lengths of 2.1/4' (57.1mm) and 2.902' (73.7mm) To cover Tube Expansion Length 1/2' (12.7mm) to 4' (101.6mm).
Larger sizes available on request.

Key Features :
• Adjustable type tube expander with thrust bearing collar
• Suitable for normal and heavy wall thickness tubes
• Designed for:
- Boilers
- Air heaters
- Refinery still tubes
- Heat exchangers and condensers
• Can expand thick tube sheets up to 8 inches
• Available for standard tube sizes from 1¾' OD to 5' OD
• Larger sizes available on request
• Provides uniform and concentric tube expansion for leak-proof joints

Technical Specifications :
Parameter : Specification
Tube Internal Diameter Range : 1.420' (36.1 mm) to 4.870' (123.7 mm)
Roller Lengths Available : 2¼' (57.1 mm) and longer reach options
Expansion Length Range : ½' (12.7 mm) to 4' (101.6 mm)
Reach Options : Standard, 6', and 8' reach
Tube OD Range : 1¾' to 5' OD

Applications- The 8012 Series is commonly used in:
• Boiler manufacturing and maintenance
• Refinery tube installation
• Air heater tube expansion
• Condenser and heat exchanger tube rolling
• Heavy-duty industrial tube sheet applications
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