Cold Drawn Welded Tubes According to DIN EN 10305-2: Material Grades, Properties, Manufacturing and Applications

Cold drawn welded tubes according to DIN EN 10305-2 are widely used in precision mechanical engineering, telescopic cylinders, hydraulic cylinders, automotive components, and industrial equipment manufacturing. These cold drawn welded tubes are designed for applications requiring high dimensional accuracy, improved surface quality, and consistent mechanical performance.

DIN EN 10305-2 cold drawn welded tubes are manufactured through cold drawing processes after welding, which significantly improves tolerance control, roundness, straightness, and mechanical strength. These features make DIN EN 10305-2 cold drawn welded tubes particularly suitable for telescopic cylinders, hydraulic cylinder barrels, mechanical components, and engineering applications.

As a professional precision tube manufacturer, Womic Steel supplies cold drawn welded tubes according to DIN EN 10305-2 in multiple material grades, with diameter range up to 350mm and tight tolerance control for global hydraulic cylinder and mechanical equipment manufacturers.

Cold Drawn Welded Tubes According to DIN EN 10305-2

Overview of DIN EN 10305-2 Standard

DIN EN 10305-2 specifies cold drawn welded precision steel tubes for mechanical and hydraulic applications. The standard focuses on dimensional accuracy, surface quality, mechanical properties, and material consistency.

DIN EN 10305-2 cold drawn welded tubes are widely used in:

Telescopic cylinders
Hydraulic cylinders
Automotive components
Mechanical engineering
Construction machinery
Industrial equipment

The DIN EN 10305-2 standard defines:

Chemical composition requirements
Mechanical properties
Tolerance requirements
Surface condition
Testing requirements
Heat treatment conditions

Cold drawn welded tubes produced according to DIN EN 10305-2 provide reliable performance in demanding industrial applications.

 

DIN EN 10305-2 Material Grades

DIN EN 10305-2 includes multiple steel grades suitable for different engineering applications.

Common material grades under DIN EN 10305-2 include:

Steel Grade

Yield Strength

Application

E155 Low strength General mechanical use
E195 Medium strength Mechanical components
E220 Improved strength Structural components
E235 Standard structural Machinery and equipment
E275 Higher strength Engineering applications
E355 High strength Hydraulic cylinders
E420 High strength Heavy equipment
E460 Very high strength Telescopic cylinders

Among these grades, E355, E420, and E460 are most commonly used for hydraulic cylinders and telescopic cylinders.

 

Chemical Composition of DIN EN 10305-2 Steel Grades

Typical chemical composition of DIN EN 10305-2 materials:

Grade

C Max

Mn Max

Si Max

P Max

S Max

E155 0.17 1.20 0.35 0.025 0.025
E195 0.20 1.40 0.40 0.025 0.025
E235 0.22 1.60 0.55 0.025 0.025
E275 0.24 1.60 0.55 0.025 0.025
E355 0.22 1.60 0.55 0.025 0.025
E420 0.22 1.70 0.60 0.025 0.025
E460 0.22 1.70 0.60 0.025 0.025

These chemical compositions ensure excellent weldability and mechanical performance for cold drawn welded tubes.

 

Mechanical Properties of DIN EN 10305-2 Cold Drawn Welded Tubes

Mechanical properties vary depending on steel grade.

Grade

Yield Strength

Tensile Strength

Elongation

E155 ≥155 MPa 290-430 MPa ≥28%
E195 ≥195 MPa 320-460 MPa ≥25%
E235 ≥235 MPa 340-480 MPa ≥25%
E275 ≥275 MPa 410-560 MPa ≥21%
E355 ≥355 MPa 490-630 MPa ≥20%
E420 ≥420 MPa 520-680 MPa ≥19%
E460 ≥460 MPa 550-720 MPa ≥17%

Higher grades such as E355, E420, and E460 are commonly used for telescopic cylinders and hydraulic cylinder manufacturing.

 

Delivery Conditions Under DIN EN 10305-2

DIN EN 10305-2 includes several delivery conditions:

+SR Stress relieved cold drawn
+N Normalized
+A Annealed
+CR Cold drawn

Among these, +SR condition is most widely used for telescopic cylinders and hydraulic cylinders.

Cold drawn welded tube +SR features:

Improved dimensional stability
Reduced residual stress
Better machinability
Consistent mechanical performance

 

Manufacturing Process of Cold Drawn Welded Tube DIN EN 10305-2

Cold drawn welded tube manufacturing involves several precise production steps.

Raw Material Selection

High quality steel coils are selected according to DIN EN 10305-2 requirements.

Tube Forming

Steel strips are formed into tubes using high frequency welding technology.

Weld Seam Control

Weld seam is monitored and controlled for strength and uniformity.

Cold Drawing Process

Cold drawing improves:

Roundness
Straightness
Tolerance control
Surface finish

Cold drawn welded tubes achieve superior dimensional accuracy.

Stress Relieving

Stress relieving reduces internal stress and improves tube stability.

 

Size Range of DIN EN 10305-2 Cold Drawn Welded Tubes

Womic Steel supplies cold drawn welded tubes according to DIN EN 10305-2 in wide size ranges.

Production Range:

Outer Diameter: 20mm — 350mm
Wall Thickness: 2mm — 40mm
Length: Up to 12 meters
Custom Length Available

Large diameter cold drawn welded tubes up to 350mm are widely used in telescopic cylinders and heavy hydraulic cylinders.

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Tolerance Control of Cold Drawn Welded Tube DIN EN 10305-2

Cold drawn welded tubes offer tight dimensional tolerance.

Typical tolerances:

OD Tolerance: ±0.5%
Wall Thickness: ±7.5%
Straightness: Controlled
Ovality: Controlled

Tight tolerance improves cylinder sealing performance.

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Surface Condition

Cold drawn welded tubes provide high quality surface finish.

Surface options:

Cold drawn surface
Pickled surface
Oiled surface
Shot blasted surface

Smooth surface improves machining and coating performance.

 

Applications of DIN EN 10305-2 Cold Drawn Welded Tubes

Cold drawn welded tubes according to DIN EN 10305-2 are widely used in:

Telescopic cylinders
Hydraulic cylinders
Construction machinery
Mining equipment
Agricultural machinery
Automotive components
Mechanical engineering

Cold drawn welded tubes are essential components in hydraulic and mechanical systems.

 

Inspection and Testing

Inspection includes:

Chemical composition testing
Mechanical property testing
Dimensional inspection
Ultrasonic testing
Visual inspection
Hardness testing (HBW)

Inspection reports provided with shipment.

 

Packaging and Transportation

Packaging methods include:

Steel band bundling
Plastic caps
Waterproof wrapping
Wooden box packaging

Packaging ensures safe transport and corrosion protection.

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Womic Steel Cold Drawn Welded Tube Capability

Womic Steel supplies:

Cold drawn welded tube DIN EN 10305-2
E355 cold drawn welded tube
E420 cold drawn welded tube
E460 cold drawn welded tube
Telescopic cylinder tubes
Hydraulic cylinder tubes

Large diameter production up to 350mm available.

 

Conclusion

Cold drawn welded tubes according to DIN EN 10305-2 provide excellent dimensional accuracy, high strength, and superior surface quality. Multiple material grades including E155, E195, E235, E355, E420, and E460 offer flexibility for different engineering applications.

Womic Steel manufactures cold drawn welded tubes with tight tolerance, large diameter capacity, and reliable delivery for global customers.

 

About Womic Steel

Womic Steel is a professional manufacturer of cold drawn welded tubes, seamless pipes, pipe fittings, flanges, and industrial fabrication products. Our DIN EN 10305-2 cold drawn welded tubes are widely used in telescopic cylinders, hydraulic cylinders, and heavy machinery worldwide.

Website: www.womicsteel.com

Email: sales@womicsteel.com

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Post time: May-25-2026