Material Selection for VSM Tube

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The discussion focuses on selecting materials for a temperature-varying tube used in Variable Speed Motors (VSM) that must withstand high temperatures ranging from 100 to 1100 K. Key requirements include ease of machining, suitability for medium vacuum conditions (10^-4 Torr), non-magnetic properties, and specific dimensions of 20-35 mm in diameter with a thickness of approximately 1 mm. Austenitic steels are suggested as a viable option for this application due to their favorable properties.

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:rolleyes:I am designing temperature varying tube for VSM, especially high temperature. I don't have any experience on materials for this component. Please give me your idea about choosing material.

Requirements for the tube is :shy::
- easy for machining
- to use for medium vacuum (10^-4 Torr).
- nonmagnetic material
- to use in temperature range of 100 - 1100 K
- diameter of 20 - 35 mm; thickness of ~ 1 mm

Thanking you! :rolleyes:
 
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I don't know what is VSM, but austenitic steels can be helpful.
 

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