1200C Three Zone Vertical Tube Furnace with 2 Inch Quartz Tube and Vacuum Flanges

Product Overview

This high-temperature vertical thermal processing system is engineered to meet the rigorous demands of material science research and industrial R&D. By utilizing a three-heating-zone configuration within a split-frame vertical orientation, the equipment provides an optimized environment for high-purity thermal treatments, including Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD), Close-Space Sublimation (CSS), and Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD). The vertical design is specifically advantageous for processes requiring gravity-assisted sample movement, integrated quenching, or specialized deposition geometries where traditional horizontal furnaces fall short.

Designed for versatility and performance, this system excels in creating complex thermal profiles essential for the synthesis of advanced nanomaterials and thin-film coatings. The integration of high-purity quartz vessels with precision-engineered vacuum sealing allows researchers to operate under high-vacuum or controlled-gas environments with absolute confidence. The equipment's mobile architecture ensures it can be seamlessly integrated into various laboratory configurations, providing a flexible yet robust solution for intensive heat treatment cycles.

Reliability is central to the design of this unit, which features a double-layered steel housing complemented by integrated air-cooling fans. This engineering approach ensures the exterior remains safe to touch even during prolonged operation at maximum temperatures. With three independent precision controllers, the system offers unmatched thermal stability and repeatability, making it an indispensable asset for laboratories focused on consistency and high-yield experimental outcomes in demanding industrial and academic settings.

Key Features

• Triple-Zone Independent Thermal Control: Three distinct heating zones allow for the creation of a wide isothermal region or a precisely controlled temperature gradient, which is critical for maintaining consistency across large substrates or controlling reaction kinetics in growth processes.
• Precision Split-Vertical Architecture: The split-cover design, mounted on a mobile cart with integrated wheels, provides effortless access to the reaction chamber and simplifies the loading of specialized sample holders or crucibles in a vertical orientation.
• Advanced Thermal Insulation Technology: High-purity fibrous alumina insulation, enhanced with a specialized reflective coating, maximizes energy efficiency and ensures rapid ramp rates while protecting the internal structural integrity of the unit.
• High-Integrity Vacuum Sealing: Equipped with dual stainless steel vacuum flanges featuring integrated pressure gauges and needle valves, the system supports vacuum levels down to 10E-5 Torr when paired with appropriate pumping systems.
• Sophisticated PID Instrumentation: MET-certified controllers provide 30 programmable segments for heating, cooling, and dwelling, utilizing an auto-tune function to maintain ±1°C accuracy across the entire operating range.
• Integrated Safety and Overheat Protection: A built-in over-temperature alarm and thermocouple break protection system allow for unattended safe operation, ensuring the protection of both the equipment and the valuable samples within.
• Optimized Cooling Dynamics: The double-layer steel case with fan-assisted air cooling keeps the external surface temperature below 65°C, enhancing operator safety and reducing the thermal exhaust into the laboratory environment.
• Durable High-Alloy Heating Elements: Utilizing 1300°C grade Fe-Cr-Al alloy doped with Molybdenum, the heating components are designed for long-term durability and resistance to oxidation in various atmospheric conditions.

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Why Choose TU-C12

The TU-C12 series represents the pinnacle of vertical thermal processing engineering. Unlike standard tube furnaces, this system is optimized for researchers who require precise gravitational control and superior thermal uniformity across an extended reaction zone. The triple-zone configuration allows users to manipulate the thermal field with extreme granularity, enabling the growth of high-quality crystalline structures that are simply not possible with single-zone units.

Built with premium industrial components—from the Mo-doped alloy elements to the high-purity alumina insulation—this furnace is a long-term investment in laboratory productivity. The split-cover design and mobile cart mounting significantly reduce the physical labor associated with sample changes and system maintenance. Furthermore, the ability to upgrade to Eurotherm instrumentation and Labview-based software control provides a future-proof path for labs moving toward automated data acquisition and enhanced precision (+/- 0.1°C).

When reliability, safety, and performance are non-negotiable, this system provides the competitive edge required for world-class results. We invite you to contact our technical team today to discuss your specific process requirements, custom flange modifications, or to receive a comprehensive quote for your laboratory needs.