Tubular Thermal Expansion
Tubular Thermal Expansion
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I'm looking for help determining the raidal thermal expansion of a 4140 tube. It is 6" Outside Diameter with a 1" wall. Going from room temp to 2000F.
What will the dimensional changes in the radius be?
What will the dimensional changes in the radius be?





RE: Tubular Thermal Expansion
My first approximation is to use CTE for plain carbon steel.
RE: Tubular Thermal Expansion
My curves don't go any higher. The yield strength at 1200F is less than 10ksi.
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Corrosion never sleeps, but it can be managed.
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RE: Tubular Thermal Expansion
I'll give the CTE a shot and see how the numbers work out.