| TubePro is the safe and reliable method of hydraulically pre-setting tubes into tubesheets prior to a full hydraulic or mechanical expansion. TubePro is the ideal tool for setting tubes in place before welding. |
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Description
^ topThe TubePro System is a safe and reliable method of hydraulically pre-setting tubes into tubesheets prior to full hydraulic or mechanical expansion.
The TubePro does not create a hydraulically tight joint. Therefore, it is the ideal tool to set tubes in place before welding, allowing welding-generated gases to escape.
The TubePro System is easy to use, and the unique design requires no physical force by the operator. The result is a tool which requires minimal training to operate effectively and safely.
Features
^ top- Tubes can be consistently set (recessed, flush or protruding)
- Approximately five seconds per tube expansion time
- Zero operator strain: all reaction force is absorbed by the tool
- No wall thinning
- Easily accommodates any standard tube diameter from 3/8" to 3"
System Components
^ topThe TubePro system consists of: an air driven power supply unit, a pull cylinder unit with umbilical hose assembly, and the mandrel assembly for the tube size being expanded.
Power Supply
| The power supply is a self-contained, air operated, closed-loop hydraulic system capable of generating regulated pressures up to 3,000 psi. This pressure is produced by a high-capacity pump unit housed in a portable, lightweight steel frame. |
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Gun (Pull Cylinder)
| The gun (pull cylinder) consists of an aluminum, cylindrical high-pressure body and associated high-pressure hose. It is hydraulically driven, with a single acting piston and air return mechanism. The gun is controlled by a recessed button located on the gun handle. The drawbar assembly (see next paragraph), is inserted into the piston assembly. |
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Drawbar (Mandrel) Assembly
| The drawbar assembly consists of a series of cam actuated segments, spacers, and polyurethane expander rings. These act together under load to expand the i.d. of a tube into an interference fit with the tubesheet. Drawbar Assemblies are available in a variety of configurations to accommodate variable width expansion zones from tubesheet to tubesheet. Tube position is determined by the configuration of the reaction collar. |
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The Expansion Process
^ top- The trigger on the gun is pressed, actuating the power supply
- The piston retracts, expanding the drawbar assembly inside the tube and tubesheet
- After the desired degree of expansion is achieved (as controlled by the regulated pressure of the power supply), expansion ceases
Mandrel Size Tables
^ top Click the links below to download PDF tables of mandrel sizes.Videos
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Introduction Video Dial-Up (720 KB) High-Speed (10 MB) |
To view the videos you will need to have Windows Media Player installed on your computer.