In caustic soda production, scaling represents one of the most persistent and costly challenges in evaporation and concentration processes. Traditional materials struggle to withstand the highly corrosive and high-temperature environment, leading to frequent scale formation that reduces heat transfer efficiency, increases energy consumption, and requires regular maintenance shutdowns. This is where titanium tubes manufactured to ASTM B861 standards demonstrate their engineering superiority.
The scaling problem primarily stems from material incompatibility. As process temperatures rise above 80°C in concentrated caustic solutions, most metals experience accelerated corrosion and scaling. However, titanium's natural oxide layer remains exceptionally stable under these conditions, providing outstanding resistance to both corrosion and scale adhesion. This characteristic makes ASTM B861 titanium tubes particularly suitable for the most challenging stages of caustic soda production.
Our seamless titanium tubes deliver three crucial advantages in combating scaling issues. First, the ultra-smooth inner surface finish prevents scale nucleation and buildup. Second, titanium's exceptional corrosion resistance ensures the surface remains pristine, eliminating the rough spots where scale typically begins to form. Third, the material maintains full structural integrity at temperatures exceeding 150°C, where scaling problems typically worsen with conventional materials.
The operational benefits translate directly to measurable cost savings. Plants using titanium tubes report 40-50% longer run times between cleanings, 15-20% improvement in heat transfer efficiency, and significantly reduced maintenance costs. The initial investment in titanium technology typically pays for itself within 18-24 months through reduced downtime and lower energy consumption.
These technical solutions for the chlor-alkali industry are available through Jiangsu Hongbao Group Co., Ltd., which specializes in manufacturing precision seamless titanium tubes for demanding chemical processing applications. Our ASTM B861 compliant tubes undergo rigorous quality control to ensure optimal performance in severe service conditions.
