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Borosilicate Glass Tube (Industrial & Laboratory Glass Pipe / High Heat-Resistant Glass Tubing) – Thermal Shock Resistance, Chemical Acid Durability & Precision Industrial Performance
Borosilicate Glass Tube (Borosilicate Glass Pipe 3.3 / Heat-Resistant Industrial Glass Tubing) supplied by CV Jaya Utama Packing is a high-precision industrial glass component manufactured from high-purity silica and boron trioxide inorganic formulations. Produced via continuous precision drawing processes, this glass tube offers high resistance to sudden temperature fluctuations (thermal shock resistance), a low coefficient of thermal expansion, crystal-clear visual transparency, and corrosion resistance against concentrated acids and aggressive chemical solutions. Engineered specifically to meet the demanding requirements of laboratory apparatus, liquid level indicators (sight glass tubes), fluid flow monitors, and industrial reactor vessels. Explore our complete selection in our glass tube product catalog for your laboratory instruments and industrial piping installations.
- Thermal Shock & High Temperature Endurance: Features a low linear thermal expansion coefficient (3.3 x 10^-6 /K), enabling it to withstand sudden temperature changes up to a differential of 160°C without cracking risks.
- Top-Tier Chemical Resistance (Hydrolytic Class 1): Exhibits high chemical inertness toward water, concentrated acid solutions, neutral salts, and organic solvents, maintaining absolute fluid purity.
- Optical Transparency & Crystal-Clear Visibility: Transmits visible light with visual clarity, allowing operators to perform direct visual inspection of fluid flow and chemical reactions.
- Precision Geometry & Tight Tolerances: Extruded with consistent outer diameter, uniform wall thickness, and straightness matching global standards ISO 3585 and ASTM E438 Type I Class A.
- Corporate & B2B Order Compliance: We fulfill wholesale industrial supply contracts and laboratory equipment orders with official Tax Invoice (Faktur Pajak PPN) issuance and protective shipping options nationwide. Review our credentials on our company profile page.
Technical Specifications & Performance Parameters of Borosilicate Glass Tube
The technical parameter matrix below assists process engineers, laboratory technicians, boiler manufacturers, and precision instrument designers evaluating Borosilicate Glass Tube performance:
| Parameter Category | Technical Specification Attribute | Standard Value / Material Performance Indicator |
|---|---|---|
| Material Identification & Standards | Product Name & Core Glass Material | Borosilicate Glass Tube / Borosilicate Glass 3.3 |
| Glass Type & Grade Classification | Borosilicate Glass 3.3 / ASTM E438 Type I Class A | |
| Manufacturing Process | Precision Continuous Drawing Process | |
| Compliance Standards | ISO 3585 / DIN ISO 3585 / ROHS Compliant | |
| Dimensional & Geometric Characteristics | Outer Diameter Range (OD) | 3 mm to 300 mm (Standard & Custom Sizes) |
| Wall Thickness Range (WT) | 1 mm to 10 mm (Standard, Medium & Heavy Wall) | |
| Standard Length Options | 1000 mm, 1500 mm, 2000 mm (Custom Cut Available) | |
| End Finish Options | Cut, Ground, Fire-Polished, Sealed | |
| Thermal & Physical Properties | Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion (20°C – 300°C) | 3.3 x 10^-6 /K (Low Thermal Expansion) |
| Continuous Operating Temperature Limit | Up to +500°C (Short Intermittent Peak +520°C) | |
| Thermal Shock Resistance (ΔT) | ΔT 100 K to 180 K (Depending on Wall Thickness) | |
| Material Density | 2.23 g/cm³ | |
| Chemical Resistance Ratings | Hydrolytic Resistance Rating | Class 1 (ISO 719 / ISO 8037) |
| Acid Resistance Rating | Class 1 (DIN 12116) | |
| Alkali Resistance Rating | Class 2 (ISO 692) |
Key Operational Advantages of Borosilicate Glass Tubes for Industry & Laboratory
Applying Borosilicate Glass Tube components delivers operational efficiency, workplace safety in high-temperature environments, and resistance to aggressive chemical exposure:
- High Heat Endurance Without Excessive Expansion: Low linear expansion prevents glass cracking or shattering when carrying high-temperature fluids or pressurized steam lines. Read technical details in our glass tube articles section.
- Hygienic Smooth Surface & Contamination-Free: Non-porous glass structure does not absorb chemicals, provoke corrosion, or harbor bacterial contamination, maintaining sterile conditions for pharmaceutical and beverage fluids.
- Crystal-Clear Visual Visibility for Level Gauges: Optical transparency enables process engineers to monitor liquid levels, chemical reaction color changes, and fluid flow rates accurately.
- Mechanical Strength & Structural Rigidity: Heavy wall (heavy wall) options deliver physical impact resistance and internal operating pressure tolerance on plant instrumentation.
Target Applications for Borosilicate Glass Tubes Across Core Industrial Sectors
CV Jaya Utama Packing supplies wholesale and custom-cut borosilicate glass tubes across 8 core industrial sectors:
- Chemical & Petrochemical Processing Plants: Installed as heavy-wall liquid inspection pipes (sight glass tubes) to monitor concentrated acids and aggressive chemical movement without corrosion risks. View choices in our glass tube product catalog.
- Pharmaceutical & Cosmetics Manufacturing: Applied in distillation, purification, and liquid drug distribution systems due to its smooth, sterile surface that does not react with organic compounds.
- Oil & Gas Refineries: Applied as visual level gauge components (level gauge glass) on pressurized crude oil and liquid gas storage tanks.
- Boiler & Pressure Vessel Manufacturers: Installed by heating system OEMs as visual water level indicators and steam monitoring tubes on industrial boiler vessels.
- Laboratories, Universities & Research Institutes: Used for fabricating custom glass apparatus, condenser tubes, chemical reaction vessels, and scientific experiment displays.
- Food & Beverage Processing Industry: Installed at visual inspection points along liquid pipelines to check color purity, clarity, and flow rate for dairy, syrup, or beverage products.
- Water Treatment & UV Filtration Plants: Installed as protective quartz/borosilicate sleeves for UV light sterilization lamps in water filtration and purification systems.
- Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) Contractors & Industrial Packing Suppliers: Supplied for routine plant maintenance (MRO), replacement of broken glass components, and technical supply inventories.
Performance Comparison Matrix: Borosilicate Glass 3.3 vs Soda-Lime Glass vs Fused Quartz Tube
Review this comparison matrix to select the optimal technical glass tube material for your facility requirements:
| Performance Evaluation Criteria | Borosilicate Glass 3.3 (Jaya Utama) | Soda-Lime Glass Tube | Fused Quartz Tube |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous Operating Temperature Limit | Up to +500°C | Up to +110°C | Up to +1100°C |
| Thermal Shock Resistance (ΔT) | Very High (ΔT 160K) | Low (ΔT 40K) | Extreme (ΔT 1000K) |
| Linear Coefficient of Thermal Expansion | 3.3 x 10^-6 /K | 9.0 x 10^-6 /K | 0.5 x 10^-6 /K |
| Acid & Water Resistance (Chemical Inertness) | Very High (Class 1) | Moderate (Class 3) | Extremely High |
| Cutting & End-Finishing Ease | Very Good (Fire-Polishable) | Very Easy | Very Difficult (Special Tools) |
Precision Cutting & Custom Fabrication Services (Custom Cutting & End Finishing)
CV Jaya Utama Packing provides precision cutting and end-finishing services for Borosilicate Glass Tube according to your project blueprints:
- Precision Cut-to-Length Service: Glass tube cutting to exact length specifications with tight tolerances using specialized diamond-edge glass saws.
- Fire-Polished End Finish: Thermal flame treatment of cut glass ends to produce smooth, rounded edges that eliminate sharp burrs and prevent crack propagation.
- Ground & Beveled End Finish: Precision grinding and beveling of tube ends for flush mounting against rubber gaskets or instrument gland packing assemblies. Contact our technical team via our company contact page.
Handling, Installation & Maintenance Guidelines for Borosilicate Glass Tubes
To ensure workplace safety and prevent glass breakage on industrial boilers or piping installations, follow these technical guidelines:
- Pre-Installation Surface Inspection: Inspect the entire glass surface for deep scratches, hair cracks, or chipped ends before installing onto pressurized instruments. Never install scratched glass.
- Select Proper Sealing Gaskets: Use flexible EPDM, NBR, or PTFE gaskets when clamping glass tubes between metal flanges to distribute bolt pressure evenly without direct glass-to-metal contact.
- Controlled Cross-Pattern Torquing: Tighten flange bolts incrementally and parallel to avoid uneven torsional stress that can shatter the glass tube.
Standard Stock Sizes, Wall Thicknesses & Options for Borosilicate Glass Tube
We supply various outer diameters, wall thicknesses, and standard lengths to suit your production scale:
| Wall Thickness Classification | Outer Diameter Options (OD) | Standard Length Options |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Wall (1.0 mm – 2.5 mm) | 4 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 10 mm, 12 mm, 15 mm, 20 mm, 25 mm, 30 mm | 1000 mm, 1500 mm, 2000 mm |
| Medium Wall (3.0 mm – 5.0 mm) | 35 mm, 40 mm, 50 mm, 60 mm, 70 mm, 80 mm, 100 mm, 120 mm | 1000 mm, 1500 mm, 2000 mm |
| Heavy Wall / Sight Glass (5.0 mm – 10.0 mm) | 130 mm, 150 mm, 180 mm, 200 mm, 250 mm, 300 mm | 1000 mm, 1500 mm, 2000 mm / Custom Cut |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Regarding Borosilicate Glass Tube
| What is the maximum operating temperature for borosilicate glass 3.3 tubes? | Borosilicate Glass Tubes withstand continuous operating temperatures up to +500°C and short intermittent peaks up to +520°C without geometric deformation. |
| Is borosilicate glass resistant to concentrated acids? | Yes. Borosilicate glass features Class 1 Acid Resistance (Acid Class 1 – DIN 12116) and resists almost all chemical acids, except hydrofluoric acid (HF) and hot concentrated phosphoric acid. Read technical guidance in our glass tube articles section. |
| How is the glass tube packaged for safe long-distance shipping? | Each glass tube is wrapped in heavy foam padding, inserted into rigid protective tubing, and boxed in wooden crates to guarantee structural integrity during land and sea freight. Select matching products in our product catalog. |
About CV Jaya Utama Packing
CV Jaya Utama Packing is an official distributor and supplier of industrial sealing and engineering plastics in Indonesia. We are dedicated to supplying high-grade technical glass products, Borosilicate Glass Tubes, technical packings, and custom machined parts for manufacturing, chemical, laboratory, and energy industries. Explore our home page for new material arrivals, or check full specifications in our glass tube product catalog. Learn about our corporate credentials on the company profile page, and contact our sales engineering team directly via company contact for technical consultations or project quotation requests.
Technical Consultation & Request for Quotation (RFQ)
Obtain official price quotations for high-quality heat-resistant borosilicate glass tubes at competitive wholesale rates. Contact the Sales Engineering team at CV Jaya Utama Packing today through our company contact page to receive official RFQs, Technical Data Sheets (TDS), or Borosilicate Glass Tube samples.
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