Dual Zone Split Tube Quenching Furnace with High Vacuum Atmosphere Control and Rapid Cooling

Product Overview

This high-performance thermal processing system is engineered to meet the rigorous demands of modern material science and industrial research. By combining a split-hinge design with dual-zone temperature control, the equipment provides researchers and engineers with a versatile platform for high-temperature atmosphere sintering, quenching, and chemical vapor deposition (CVD). The primary value proposition lies in its ability to maintain an exceptionally uniform temperature field while offering the flexibility of rapid cooling and immediate tube access. This unit is specifically designed to facilitate complex heat treatments where precise thermal gradients or rapid transitions are critical to the material's final properties.

Targeted at scientific research institutes, aerospace laboratories, and semiconductor manufacturing, this system excels in environments where reliability and consistency are non-negotiable. Whether performing vacuum annealing or atmosphere reduction, the furnace ensures stable performance under demanding conditions. The integration of premium components—including Japanese-made insulation and European power controls—guarantees a long service life and repeatable results. This equipment represents a significant investment in laboratory capability, bridging the gap between small-scale experimental results and industrial-scale production requirements.

Confidence in this unit is built upon its robust engineering and safety-first design. Featuring a double-walled housing to maintain low surface temperatures and an array of automatic protection systems, the furnace provides a secure environment for high-temperature operations up to 1200°C. Its dual-zone configuration allows for independent temperature settings across different sections of the processing tube, enabling the creation of specific thermal gradients that are essential for crystal growth and multi-stage chemical reactions. This system is the ideal choice for laboratories seeking a balance of precision, speed, and operational safety.

Key Features

• Dual-Zone Independent Temperature Control: The system features two distinct heating zones that can be set to different temperatures, allowing for the creation of precise thermal gradients or a wider uniform heating length, which is essential for complex CVD and quenching processes.
• Advanced Shimaden FP93 Controller: Imported from Japan, this high-precision 40-segment digital controller supports multiple program patterns (4x10, 2x20, or 1x40) and utilizes 6 separate PID groups to ensure unmatched accuracy across low, middle, and high temperature ranges.
• High-Performance Kanthal A1 Heating Elements: Equipped with genuine Kanthal resistance wire, the furnace delivers consistent heating performance and exceptional longevity, maintaining a stable temperature field even after repeated high-temperature cycles.
• Precision-Engineered Split-Chamber Design: The polycrystalline alumina fiber chamber is split into two halves, allowing the furnace to be opened during or after operation for rapid quenching, immediate cooling, or convenient removal and replacement of the process tube.
• Superior Vacuum and Atmosphere Sealing: Featuring stainless steel double-ring sealing flanges with integrated gas fittings, valves, and pressure gauges, the system can achieve vacuum levels of 10-3 Pa, making it ideal for oxygen-sensitive heat treatments.
• Robust Safety and Protection Systems: The equipment is outfitted with an overtravel-limit switch that cuts power when the cover is opened, alongside over-temperature and over-current protection that automatically shuts down the system if a thermocouple failure occurs.
• Japanese Polycrystalline Alumina Fiber Insulation: The chamber material, imported from Japan, offers high reflectivity and excellent resistance to thermal expansion and contraction, ensuring energy efficiency and a uniform internal temperature environment.
• Integrated Data Communication and Software: An RS485 communication interface allows for full remote control via PC, enabling operators to monitor PV/SV parameters in real-time, save heating curves, and archive data for quality control and auditing purposes.
• Reliable Power Management Components: Utilizing German-made Semikron controlled silicon and Chint power controls, the system employs phase-shift triggering to provide smooth, precise power delivery to the heating elements.
• Hydraulic Lift Support: The furnace cover is equipped with a hydraulic lifter, ensuring that opening and closing the heavy split-top is smooth, safe, and requires minimal physical effort from the operator.

Applications

Technical Specifications

Standard Components and Accessories

• Tube Furnace Main Unit: 1 pc (TU-GS01)
• Stainless Steel Vacuum Flanges: 1 set (Includes gas fittings and valves)
• Process Tube: 1 pc (High-purity Quartz for TU-GS01 series)
• Thermal Insulation Blocks: 2 pairs (Alumina ceramic)
• Support Tools: 1 pc Stainless steel hook; 5 pcs Alumina crucibles
• Safety Gear: 1 pair Thermal gloves
• Instrumentation: 2 pcs Type K Thermocouples; 2 pcs Spare fuses
• Control Kit: RS485 Computer interface, Shimaden software, and comprehensive manuals

Why Choose TU-GS01

• Proven Long-Term Reliability: By integrating world-class components such as Kanthal heating elements and Shimaden controllers, this furnace is built to withstand years of continuous industrial and laboratory use without performance degradation.
• Superior Thermal Precision: The use of dual-zone control combined with 6-group PID logic ensures that your materials are processed under the exact thermal conditions required, eliminating variances between batches.
• Enhanced Operational Safety: Multiple layers of protection—including physical limit switches for the split-hinge cover and sophisticated electronic safeguards—protect both the operator and the valuable samples within the tube.
• Flexible System Architecture: Whether you require high vacuum levels, specific gas flow rates, or custom tube dimensions, the TU-GS01 platform is highly adaptable to meet specific research protocols and industrial workflows.
• Premium Material Construction: From the Japanese-imported alumina fiber insulation to the heavy-duty stainless steel flanges, every material is selected for its ability to resist thermal shock and maintain structural integrity.

Invest in a thermal processing solution that combines precision engineering with industrial-grade durability to ensure your R&D results are always consistent and reliable. Contact THERMUNITS today for a detailed technical consultation or a customized quote tailored to your specific laboratory requirements.