Nickel Seamless Tube

Nickel Seamless Tube – High-Performance Corrosion-Resistant Piping Solution

Manufactured from Nickel Seamless Tube commercially pure nickel (99.0%+ purity) using advanced extrusion and cold-drawing processes, our tubes eliminate weld-zone vulnerabilities that plague traditional welded pipes. TSM produces tubes with a manufacturing capacity of 100-200 tonnes per month, according to ASTM B161, ASTM B167, JIS and DIN requirements. TSM Technology's seamless tubes are used for harsh situations with uniform metallurgical structure. We can provide bright annealed and pickled finishes in diameters ranging from OD 6–219 mm, wall thickness 0.5–15 mm. You will get ready-to-install goods supported by ISO 9001, AS9100D certifications and comprehensive material traceability paperwork.

What is Nickel Seamless Tubing?

The product is a hollow cylindrical product produced without any longitudinal or circumferential welds. These are produced by piercing and cold drawing solid billets . The tube has a homogeneous grain structure throughout, unlike welded alternatives . This manufacturing process removes the heat impacted zones where corrosion normally starts. You obtain uniform wall thickness, higher pressure ratings and dependable performance in caustic chemicals, high vacuum systems and severe temperatures. The seamless structure provides operating pressure ratings roughly 20% greater than welded tubes as per ASME B31.3 regulations – an important benefit when system failure is not an option.

Specifications

​​​​​Physical and Chemical Properties

Product Standards

TSM Technology manufactures tubes conforming to internationally recognized specifications:

• ASTM B161 – Standard Specification for Nickel Seamless Pipe and Tube
• ASTM B167 – Nickel-Chromium-Iron Alloys Seamless Pipe and Tube
• ASTM B163 – For condenser and heat exchanger applications
• JIS H4553 – Japanese Industrial Standards for nickel tubes
• DIN 17751 – European specifications for seamless nickel tubes
• ASME SB-161 – Boiler and pressure vessel code compliance

All goods are sent with Material Test Certificates (MTC), SGS, BV and TüV test certificates on request.

Application

Chemical Processing Plants

Production of caustic soda, transmission of chlorine gas and processing of hydrogen fluoride where normal materials are quickly corroded

Oil & Gas Sector

Used in subsea umbilical systems, down hole control lines and high pressure injection systems that have to be leak resistant.

Aerospace Engineering (continued)

For hydraulic systems, fuel lines and pneumatic controllers where dependability under vibration and temperature extremes is needed.

Generation of Nuclear Power

An essential component of steam generators and heat exchangers when corrosion-resistant materials are required for radiation exposure and high-purity water.

Production of Food and Pharmaceuticals

This natural oxide coating means that these tubes are perfect for ultra-pure processing conditions since they will not contaminate.

Factory

TSM Technology's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility demonstrates our dedication to innovative manufacturing:

• Melting and casting Vacuum induction furnaces provide contamination-free billets
• Forming Equipment Multi-stage extruding and drawing lines with automatic dimensional control
• Heat Treatment: Computer controlled environment furnaces provide exact temperature profile maintenance
• Testing Laboratory: In-house equipment for Mechanical, Chemical and Non-Destructive Testing
• Clean Room Packaging: A controlled atmosphere safeguards surface quality throughout storage and transit

We accept customer audits and third party inspections at our facilities, demonstrating our openness and trust in quality procedures.

How Is Nickel Seamless Tube Made?

Selection of Raw Materials

TSM buys high purity nickel ingots from approved suppliers. Purity is validated by spectrographic examination at 99.0%+.

Preparation of the Billet

Ingot homogenisation is conducted before casting at regulated temperatures to provide a homogenous grain structure.

Hot Extrusion

Heated billets are passed via hydraulic presses to produce hollow shells with initial dimensional profiles.

Piercing and Mandrel Drawing 

The shell is perforated and drawn over precise mandrels in a number of passes to a progressively reduced diameter and wall thickness.

Cold Drawing 

Cold drawn via tungsten carbide dies, this process achieves tight tolerances (±0.05 mm) and high surface polish.

Heat Treatment

Bright annealing in controlled atmosphere furnaces relieves internal stresses and optimizes mechanical properties.

Finishing and Inspection

Tubes receive final pickling, polishing, or passivation before dimensional verification and non-destructive testing.

Quality Inspection

TSM Technology follows a multi-stage quality control process:

Alloy composition confirmed by optical emission spectrometry; chemical composition analysis

Dimensional Inspection: CMM systems guarantee tolerance compliance

Ultrasonic Testing: Find internal defects and laminations

Eddy Current Testing: Surface and near surface fault detection

Hydrostatic Pressure Testing: Verifies pressure values to ASTM standards

Radiographic Testing: For essential applications needing 100% flaw detection

Corrosion Testing: Salt spray and immersion testing confirmed resistance characteristics

Size inspection 

Hydrostatic test

Ultrasonic testing (UT)

Alloy 625 OES

Every Nickel Seamless Tube shipment includes Inspection Test Plans (ITP), Material Test Reports (MTR), and Quality Assurance Certificates (QAC).

Why Choose TSM Technology?

Proven Manufacturing Excellence

We have 50,000㎡ of facilities with more than 100 precise equipment and full-process capacity from melting to final package.

Worldwide Certifications

We are AS9100D and AS9120 certified, showing our adherence to aerospace grade quality standards.

Global Experience 

With more than 14 years of experience working in 70+ countries, we understand the technical needs and logistical issues for multinational projects.

Technical Support 

Our engineering staff can also offer materials, calculate pressure ratings and advise on application specific issues.

Customisable (UK)

If you need unusual measurements, custom finishes or small-batch manufacturing, we can meet your exact needs.

Trusted Supply Chain

Strategic inventory management and established raw material sources provide predictable delivery timetables.

Packaging & Delivery Protective Packing

Each tube is capped at both ends, covered in moisture-proof paper and strapped with steel strapping into bundles.

Cases or Pallets (Wood)

They are protected from handling damage by export-grade plywood boxes or steel-framed pallets for international shipment.

Documentation 

Along with each shipment we include a full commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and quality certifications.

Logistics Network 

Our Hong Kong center manages marine freight, air cargo and express delivery to assure on-time arrival globally.

Delivery Time 

Standard sizes: 20-30 days; Custom specifications: 35-45 days following order approval.

FAQ 

Q: Why Nickel 201 instead of Nickel 200 for seamless tubing?

A: Nickel 201 has a maximum of 0.02% carbon compared to 0.15% for Nickel 200. This decreased carbon content avoids graphitisation and intergranular embrittlement at temperatures over 315°C. Thus it is preferred for high temperature service.

Q: Is it suitable for high purity food grade applications?

A: Yes. The natural oxide film eliminates metallic contamination; FDA and 3-A Sanitary Standards for food processing, pharmaceutical manufacture and synthetic fibre manufacturing.

Q: What is the standard finish of the surface?

A: Bright Annealed (BA) for smooth, oxide-free surfaces, pickled for scale removal, and polished finishes from 180-grit to mirror shine depending upon your application needs.

Q. How does the pressure rating compare to welded tubes?

A: Seamless construction generally permits 20% greater operating pressure ratings under ASME B31.3 due to the elimination of the longitudinal joint efficiency factor (usually 0.8–0.85 for welded pipes).

Q: What are the lead times for custom sizes?

A: Custom dimensions require specialized tooling and progressive cold drawing. 35-45 days lead time depending on diameter, wall thickness and total amount. We keep popular sizes in stock for quicker delivery.

Q: Do you give paperwork for material traceability?

A: Yes.  Material Test Certificates (MTC) accompany each order and contain heat number traceability, chemical composition reports, mechanical test findings and a compliance declaration to the prescribed requirements.

Q: What is your MOQ?

A: Our standard MOQ is 50 kg, though we maintain inventory of common sizes that may be available in smaller quantities. Please contact our sales team for stock availability.

Contact Us

Ready to specify the right Nickel Seamless Tube seamless tube solution for your application? Reach us at info@tsmnialloy.com for quotations and technical support today.