AF3 Series Tube Expander
Features of AF3 Series Tube Expander
- Economical boiler tube expander designed for applications where tube expansion and flaring are required.
- Provides excellent value for applications involving a limited number of boiler tubes.
- Sturdy construction provides dependable performance during boiler manufacturing and maintenance.
- Expansion and flare rolls are self-contained within the cage for convenient handling and assembly.
- Overlapping flare rolls help prevent ridging on the expanded and flared tube end.
- Produces controlled tube expansion together with a smooth and uniform flare.
- Time-tested and durable design supports consistent results during repeated tube-rolling operations.
- Available in different models for various tube outside diameters and wall thicknesses.
Technical Details
| Tool 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 Rolls and Overlapping Flare Rolls |
| Flaring Type | Controlled Tube-End Flaring |
| Applications | Boiler Tube Installation, Repair and Maintenance |
PRIME Quality Tools:
The AF3 Series Tube Expander is an economical and dependable
solution for boiler tube applications that require expansion
and flaring. Its overlapping flare rolls help create a uniform
finish while reducing the possibility of tube-end ridging.