1700℃ Controlled Inert Nitrogen Atmosphere Furnace

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Introducing the KT-17A Controlled Atmosphere Furnace

The KINTEK KT-17A Controlled Atmosphere Furnace is engineered for versatility, serving demanding laboratory and industrial applications. It boasts a heavy-duty vacuum chamber structure and a scientifically united control panel for precise vacuum suction, inert gas pressure, and flow management. The innovative double furnace shell design, coupled with forced air flow cooling, effectively controls the furnace surface temperature for enhanced safety and operational comfort. With PID programmable temperature control, the KT-17A ensures excellent control accuracy. Energy efficiency is paramount, achieved through a ceramic polycrystalline fiber insulation liner that minimizes heat loss. Professional-grade heating elements are optimized for superior heat radiation and extended service life. For operational safety, an interlock system automatically shuts off power if the furnace door is opened, an over-temperature condition occurs, or a sensor malfunctions. The KT-17A Pro model elevates user experience with a 7-inch TFT smart touch screen controller, enabling friendly program setting and insightful history data analysis.

Key Features & Advantages for Your Advanced Processes

The KT-17A Controlled Atmosphere Furnace is designed to deliver exceptional performance, efficiency, and safety for your high-temperature processes:

• Precise Atmosphere Control: Features a sealed housing with silicon gel sealed cover and door, water cooling system, and flow meters for meticulous management of various atmospheres (H2, Ar, N2, O2, CO, NH3) after pre-vacuuming. This ensures optimal conditions for sensitive material processing.
• Rapid Heating & Cooling: The double-layer housing with a wind cooling system facilitates quick temperature adjustments, improving process efficiency and reducing downtime.
• Uniform Temperature Field: Ensures consistent temperature distribution throughout the chamber, critical for reproducible results in sintering, reducing, and other heat treatment processes.
• Advanced Temperature Management: Equipped with a Shimaden FP93 controller (or optional touch screen), supporting 40 programmable segments for complex heating profiles tailored to specific material requirements up to 1700°C.
• Energy Efficiency & Durability: Utilizes high-quality Kantal resistance wire heating elements (Molybdenum Disilicide for 1700°C model) and a polycrystalline alumina fibre chamber for excellent thermal insulation, minimal heat loss, and long service life.
• Low Surface Temperature: The double-layer housing and cooling system keep the exterior surface temperature low, enhancing operator safety.

Versatile Applications in Research and Industry

The Controlled Atmosphere Furnace is an indispensable tool for a wide array of high-temperature processes that demand precise atmosphere control. It is ideally suited for:

• Atmosphere Protection Sintering: Perfect for sintering materials under controlled atmospheres to prevent oxidation and enhance material properties.
• Atmosphere Reducing Processes: Essential for processes requiring an oxygen-reduced environment, such as in the manufacturing of specific alloys or ceramics.
• Material Research and Development: A vital instrument for researchers investigating the impact of controlled atmospheres on material characteristics and behaviors.
• Small Batch Production: Highly effective for producing semiconductors, silicon nitride, and other materials where stringent atmosphere control is crucial.
• Educational Purposes: Offers invaluable hands-on experience for students in materials science and engineering, illustrating the practical applications of controlled atmosphere furnaces in industrial settings, scientific research institutes, and universities.

Operating Principle: Precision Atmosphere Control

The KT-17A Controlled Atmosphere Furnace operates using an airtight, vacuum-sealed heating chamber. Within this robust vacuum chamber, similar to a vacuum glove box, reside the insulation chamber and heating elements. Users first evacuate the chamber to a negative pressure of -0.1Mpa using a vacuum pump. Subsequently, inert or specific process gases are introduced to create the desired controlled atmosphere. The furnace is equipped with vacuum pressure gauges, vacuum suction ports with valves, gas purging ports with valves, and float flowmeters, ensuring precise control for both laboratory and industrial applications.

Advanced Safety Features for Peace of Mind

KINTEK prioritizes safety in all our furnace designs:

• Over-Current and Over-Temperature Protection: The furnace is equipped with over-current protection and an over-temperature alarm function, automatically shutting off power if limits are exceeded.
• Thermal Couple Failure Detection: A built-in thermal couple detecting function will stop heating and trigger an alarm if a sensor breakage or failure is detected.
• Power Failure Restart (KT-17A Pro): The KT-17A Pro model supports a power failure restarting function, allowing the furnace to resume its heating program automatically once power is restored.
• Door Safety Interlock: Power is automatically cut off if the furnace door is opened during operation.

Technical Specifications

Standard Package & Optional Enhancements

Standard Package

Optional Setup

• Independent furnace temperature monitoring and recording
• RS 485 communication port for PC remote control and data exporting
• Insert gases port, exhaust output port, observation window port
• Touch screen temperature controller with versatile operator friendly functions (Standard on KT-17A Pro)

Why Partner with KINTEK for Your Furnace Needs?

Leveraging exceptional R&D and in-house manufacturing, KINTEK provides diverse laboratories and industrial facilities with advanced high-temperature furnace solutions. Our comprehensive product line, including Muffle Furnaces, Tube Furnaces, Rotary Furnaces, Vacuum & Atmosphere Furnaces, and specialized CVD/PECVD/MPCVD Systems, is designed to meet a wide range of thermal processing requirements. What truly sets us apart is our strong deep customization capability, allowing us to precisely tailor solutions to meet your unique experimental or production requirements. When you choose KINTEK, you're investing in quality, innovation, and a partnership dedicated to your success.

Request Your Customized Furnace Solution

Ready to elevate your high-temperature processes with the KT-17A Controlled Atmosphere Furnace or a custom-designed solution? Our experts are here to help you define the perfect configuration for your needs. To discuss your specific requirements, explore customization options, or receive a detailed quote, please contact us today. Let KINTEK empower your research and production goals.

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