General Purpose Tube Furnace
The General Purpose Tube Furnace is a highly versatile and widely used furnace that finds its application in a range of laboratory and industrial settings. It is an electrically powered furnace that can heat samples to very high temperatures in a controlled manner. The furnace is typically used for processes such as calcination, sintering, annealing, and other high-temperature treatments.
The General Purpose Tube Furnace comes in a range of configurations and sizes, with different heat sources and temperature control options to meet specific needs. It can be configured with single or multiple heating zones and can accommodate a variety of sample sizes and shapes.
Function
It is designed to heat a variety of materials to high temperatures with precision and accuracy.
Configuration
The furnace has a cylindrical heating chamber with an incorporated heating element and a process tube constructed of various materials, depending on the purpose.
Features
The furnace features a digital temperature controller, over-temperature protection, and an optional programmable temperature controller for increased control and accuracy.
Temperature Range
The furnace can reach temperatures up to 1700°C.
Heating Rate
The furnace can heat up at a different rate, depending on the sample size and heating requirements.
Capacity
The furnace is available in various sizes and can accommodate process tubes ranging from 1 inch to 6 inches in diameter and up to 72 inches in length.
Heat Source
The furnace uses electric resistance heating elements to generate heat, which is transferred to the process tube.
Power Requirement
The furnace requires a single-phase or three-phase electrical supply, depending on the model.