The "Tube to Tube Sheet Orbital Weld Head" is an indispensable asset in the world of welding, particularly when executing the vital task of flawlessly uniting tubes with tube sheets. Its significance is profound and undeniable.
This groundbreaking component is expertly crafted for orbital welding, showcasing the ability to travel in an exact circular orbit around the joint that connects a tube with a tube sheet. This pivotal feature guarantees a consistently uniform and seamless weld that envelops the entire joint's circumference, thereby fortifying structural integrity.
The design encompasses a welding torch or electrode holder, strategically placed to direct the welding arc or heat source with pinpoint accuracy at the joint. Cutting-edge models boast adjustable torches, facilitating fine-tuning of angle and proximity to the joint, thereby refining the welding process to perfection.
Product Name | Tube to Tube Sheet Welding Head |
Item No. | YB1078 |
Material | Carbon steel, Stainless steel, Titanium alloy(with cover) |
Tube OD | Φ10~Φ78mm |
Connection | Protrusion tube, flush tube |
Tungsten OD(mm) | ¢2.4(standard),¢3.2 |
Wire Diameter(mm) | ¢0.8,¢1.0 |
Rotation speed(rpm) | 0.37~7.39 |
Welding angle | 0º~30º option |
Max wire feeding speed(mm) | 1800 |
Protective gas | Ar |
Cooling | Water |
Cooling flow(ml/min) | ≥600 |
Duty cycle | 300A 60% |
Industrial Equipment
In heat exchanger manufacturing, the tube-to-tube sheet orbital weld head is a key player. Heat exchangers, which feature numerous tubes requiring connection to a tube sheet, demand reliability and efficiency. This orbital weld head ensures each tube-to-tube sheet connection achieves a premium-quality weld, essential for the flawless functionality of heat exchangers.
Power Generation
In power plants, whether fossil-fuel or nuclear-based, specific components necessitate the precise welding of tubes to tube sheets. Steam generators are a prime example, as the integrity of tube-to-tube sheet welds is critical for the secure and efficient operation of power generation. The orbital weld head is pivotal in delivering the superior weld quality required in these essential applications.
Chemical and Petrochemical Industry
In reactors and other processing equipment within the chemical and petrochemical industries, tubes are often joined to tube sheets. Employing an orbital weld head ensures the formation of strong, leak-proof welds, vital for handling corrosive chemicals and managing high-pressure/high-temperature fluids, making it an essential tool in these challenging sectors.





