Ipsen 5-Bar Vacuum Furnace
Vacuum - HorizontalManufacturer: Ipsen
Type: Rectangular Horizontal Vacuum Furnace
Model: VTC-324-R – 5 Bar
Condition: 1985, excellent condition
Load Area: 24” wide x 36” long x 14” high
Max-Temp: 2400°F (uniform within ± 10°F
Ultimate Pressure: 10-3 Torr range
Max-Load: 800 pounds gross
Heating Elements: Graphite, one (1) zone
Thermocouples: Nickel/Moly-Nickel
Electrical: 460V / 3-Phase / 60Hz
Heating: 112.5 KW, graphite elements
Cooling Fan: 2-speed: 125 HP/31 HP at 3600/1800 RPM
Insulation:
Rigid graphite board with coated hot face
backed by graphite felt
molybdenum shields in critical areas
Genertal: Extensive spare parts
Additional new Stokes pump
Controls:
Temp Control: Honeywell UMC 800 (updated 2000)
Vacuum Control: Recorder/Controller with partial pressure point
Pumps:
Mechanical Pump: Stokes 212, 150 CFM (70 l/s) – 2 HP
Booster Pump: Stokes 310, 400 CFM (185 l/s) – 7.5 HP
Cooling Modes:
Vacuum: 700 Torr N2 gas backfill
Recirculation: 700 Torr, 2, 3, 4, or 5 bar positive pressure
Insulation:
Vacuum: 700 Torr N2 gas backfill
Recirculation: 700 Torr, 2, 3, 4, or 5 bar positive pressure
Note: Hot zone rebuilt & installed but furnace not put back into service.