A513 Cold Roll Carbon Steel Round Tubing, 1/2 in OD, 36 in L vs Sanitary spool tube with clamp ends, 18 in, 2" tri-clamp, stainless 304
Overall winner: Sanitary spool tube with clamp ends, 18 in, 2" tri-clamp, stainless 304
Key Differences
DERNORD (A) is a 2" sanitary 64mm stainless steel tube with a tri-clamp and strong user rating; it’s aimed at sanitary/tri-clamp applications though some buyers reported soldering issues. Online Metals (B) is A513 cold-rolled 1/2" OD steel tubing, offering higher structural strength and rigidity for industrial uses but may have a slightly smaller inner diameter than expected
A513 Cold Roll Carbon Steel Round Tubing, 1/2 in OD, 36 in L
A513 steel round tubing with 1/2 in outside diameter, 1.26 in inside diameter, 0.12 in wall, and 36 in length. Noted for strength and rigidity; customers value quality and functionality, with some noting slight diameter variance
Pros
- high-strength, rigid A513 steel
- consistent dimensions overall
- good value for money
- suitable for structural applications
Cons
- inner diameter may be slightly smaller than expected
Sanitary spool tube with clamp ends, 18 in, 2" tri-clamp, stainless 304
Sanitary spool tube for fluids and gases in chloride environments. 2" tri-clamp compatible, 64mm ferrule, 18 inch length, stainless steel 304. Customers note sturdy construction and good fit for 2" tri clamps
Pros
- fits 2-inch tri-clamp systems
- sturdy stainless steel 304 construction
- standard 18 inch length
- 64mm ferrule diameter for compatibility
Cons
- mixed feedback on solder quality
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | DERNORD |
| Durability | Online Metals |
| Versatility | DERNORD |
| User Reviews | DERNORD |