Tube Expanders
The broadest range of tube expanders in the industry — engineered for precision, durability, and reliability in the most demanding heat exchanger applications.
PRECISION TUBE EXPANSION SINCE 1892
Elliott Tool Technologies invented the modern tube expander and has been refining the design for over 130 years. Our expanders are manufactured to tight tolerances for consistent, leak-free tube joints.
From standard condenser expanders to specialty alloy tools for nuclear and high-pressure applications, Elliott offers the widest selection of tube expanders available anywhere.
Key Features
- Precision-ground rolls for consistent expansion
- Available for tube ODs from 1/2" to 4"
- Carbon steel, stainless, and specialty alloy options
- Multiple roll configurations for standard and specialty applications
- Interchangeable components for reduced tooling costs
- Made in USA — Dayton, Ohio
Applications
Browse Tube Expanders
Condenser Tube Expanders
24 Series
- Tube Size: 0.500" – 2.000" OD
- Roll Type: Straight
- Application: Chiller, Heat Exchanger, Feedwater Heater, Fin Fan Cooler, Surface Condenser
Parallel Pin Condenser Expanders
PX24 Series
- Tube Size: 0.750" – 1.000" OD
- Roll Type: Parallel Pin
- Application: Chillers, Heat Exchangers, Feedwater Heaters
Flaring Boiler Tube Expanders
900 Series
- Tube Size: 0.620" – 1.500" OD
- Roll Type: Flaring (15°)
- Application: Superheaters, Watertube Boilers, Evaporator Tubes
Condenser Tube Expanders
23 Series
- Tube Size: 0.250" – 0.375" OD
- Roll Type: Straight
- Application: Chiller, Heat Exchanger, Surface Condenser
Single Roll Beading Tube Expander
4480 Series
- Tube Size: 1.500" – 3.000" OD
- Roll Type: Roll Beading
- Application: Firetube Boiler
Flaring Boiler Tube Expanders
1500 Series
- Tube Size: 1.750" – 4.000" OD
- Roll Type: Flaring (20°)
- Application: Firetube & Watertube Boiler
Straight Tube Expanders
3400 Series
- Tube Size: 1.500" – 3.000" OD
- Roll Type: Straight
- Application: Firetube Boiler
Deep Roll Boiler Tube Expanders
ORE Series
- Tube Size: 1.500" – 6.000" OD
- Roll Type: Deep Roll
- Application: Shell & Drum, Waterwall & Waterbox Boiler
24-Series Condenser Expanders
The industry standard for condenser tube expansion — reliable, precise, and built to last.
The 24-Series is Elliott's most popular line of tube expanders, designed for standard condenser and heat exchanger tube installation. Available for a wide range of tube ODs and wall thicknesses.
Features
- Precision-ground rolls for consistent expansion results
- Available for 5/8" to 2" OD tubes
- Carbon steel construction standard
- Stainless and specialty alloy rolls available
- Compatible with all standard drive motors
Configurations
Boiler Tube Expanders
Heavy-duty tube expanders designed for the demanding requirements of boiler tube installation and replacement.
Elliott boiler tube expanders are built for the heavy wall thicknesses and large tube ODs common in fire-tube and water-tube boiler applications.
Features
- Designed for heavy wall tube applications
- Available for large OD tubes up to 4"
- Flaring and beading roll sets available
- High-torque drive compatibility
- Hardened and ground components for durability
Configurations
Ferrule & Flue Expanders
Specialty expanders for ferrule and flue tube applications in boilers and heat recovery systems.
Designed specifically for ferrule and flue tube expansion where standard expanders won't fit or aren't suitable for the application.
Features
- Compact design for tight tube sheet access
- Precision machined for repeatable results
- Available in carbon steel and stainless
- Long-body versions for deep tube sheet applications
- Custom configurations available
Configurations
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