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Hot Bending Nickel Pipe

Reference data and engineering information about hot bending nickel pipe for piping systems applications.

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Overview

Engineering reference data for Hot Bending Nickel Pipe in piping systems.

Key Formulas

Continuity

A1v1=A2v2A_1 v_1 = A_2 v_2

Mass conservation in pipe flow.

Pressure Drop

ΔP=fLDρv22\Delta P = f \frac{L}{D} \frac{\rho v^2}{2}

Darcy-Weisbach equation.

Pipe Area

A=πD24A = \frac{\pi D^2}{4}

Cross-sectional area of a pipe.

Variables

SymbolDescriptionUnit
DDPipe diameterm
vvFlow velocitym/s
ΔP\Delta PPressure dropPa
ffFriction factor

Temperature Ranges

The appropriate temperature range for hot bending is critical for achieving a successful bend without compromising the material's integrity. The following table provides the recommended forming temperature ranges for common nickel and nickel alloy pipes and tubes.

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Recommended Temperature Ranges for Hot Bending Nickel Alloy Pipes
Material
Min. Temp(°F)
Max. Temp(°F)
Nickel12002300
Nickel Copper17002150
Ni-Cr-Fe18502300
Ni-Fe-Cr18502200
Low Carbon Nickel12002300

Source: engineeringtoolbox.com

For calculations or systems using the Celsius scale, use the standard conversion formula: T(°C)=59(T(°F)32)T_{(°C)} = \frac{5}{9} \left( T_{(°F)} - 32 \right)

Interactive Charts

ASTM B88 - Seamless Copper Water Tubes - Dimensions

References