Small Vacuum Sintering Furnace for High Temperature Material Processing

Product Overview

This small vacuum sintering furnace delivers exceptional high-temperature performance for laboratories and research facilities requiring precise material processing. Engineered for both vacuum and controlled atmosphere operation, it supports a wide variety of sintering, annealing, and purification tasks with outstanding temperature uniformity and contamination-free environments.
Core applications include the sintering of advanced ceramics, refractory metals, optical materials, and hard metals. Its 2300°C maximum temperature and deep vacuum of 6.7×10⁻³ Pa make it ideal for demanding material science research, while the compact work zone and intuitive controls simplify operation without compromising process integrity.
Built with durable graphite heating elements, a precision PID controller, and a robust vacuum chamber, this system is designed to deliver consistent, repeatable results over thousands of cycles. The modular design also allows for customization of the work zone size, ensuring a perfect fit for specific experimental setups or production needs. With its touchscreen PLC and electric lift, routine operation is streamlined, enabling researchers to focus on experiments rather than equipment intricacies.

Key Features

• Ultra-High Temperature Capability: This system achieves a maximum design temperature of 2300°C with a rated operating range up to 2200°C, utilizing high-performance graphite heating elements that ensure rapid heating and excellent thermal uniformity. The robust construction withstands repeated thermal cycling without degradation, making it ideal for demanding sintering processes.
• Precision Temperature Control: Equipped with an advanced PID controller and dual temperature measurement via thermocouple and infrared sensor, the furnace maintains a strict ±1°C accuracy across the entire operating range. This ensures reproducible process conditions for critical material experiments and production runs.
• High-Performance Vacuum System: The unit delivers a cold limit vacuum of 6.7×10⁻³ Pa after thorough baking and degassing, enabling sintering of oxidation-sensitive materials. The vacuum system is designed for stability and minimal outgassing over long cycles, preserving sample purity.
• Inert Gas Processing Capability: In addition to vacuum, the furnace supports controlled atmospheres of inert gas up to 0.03 MPa, preventing unwanted reactions during sintering. This dual-mode capability expands its utility to a wider range of materials, including those requiring argon or nitrogen environments.
• Compact and Customizable Work Zone: With a standard work zone of Φ60 mm diameter by 60 mm height, this compact furnace fits easily into laboratory spaces. Custom chamber sizes are available upon request to accommodate specific sample geometries and throughput requirements.
• Intuitive Touchscreen PLC Control: A modern touchscreen interface coupled with a PLC provides user-friendly recipe management, real-time process monitoring, and data logging. Operators can easily set temperature profiles, vacuum levels, and gas flows, reducing training time and human error.
• Robust and Safe Electric Lift Mechanism: The furnace cover is raised and lowered electrically, facilitating safe and convenient loading/unloading of samples. The mechanism is built with durable components to ensure long service life even under high-temperature radiant heat.
• Efficient Heating System: The furnace operates on a three-phase 380V 50Hz power supply with a heating power of up to 12 kW (single-phase 380V ±10%), striking a balance between energy efficiency and rapid thermal response. This design reduces operational costs while maintaining high throughput.
• Comprehensive Safety Features: Integrated safety protections include over-temperature alarms, vacuum interlocking, and automatic lift limit switches, ensuring safe operation even during unattended runs. These features protect both operators and equipment, meeting rigorous laboratory safety standards.

Applications

Technical Specifications

The TU-SJJ small vacuum sintering furnace is built to the following specifications. Custom configurations are available to meet specific application requirements.

Note: All specifications are measured under standard conditions. Custom configurations for work zone size, vacuum levels, and additional gas systems are available on request.

Why Choose This Product

• Proven Long-Term Reliability: Our vacuum sintering furnaces are built with industrial-grade components and engineered for continuous, trouble-free operation over thousands of cycles. The graphite heating element and vacuum chamber materials are selected for their durability, significantly reducing downtime and maintenance costs.
• Precision Engineering: Every unit is manufactured with meticulous attention to thermal uniformity and sealing integrity. The dual temperature measurement (thermocouple and IR) combined with PID auto-tuning ensures that your process parameters are met with exacting precision, batch after batch, delivering consistent material properties.
• Customization Expertise: We understand that off-the-shelf solutions may not fit every application. Our engineering team works closely with clients to customize work zone dimensions, pumping systems, gas distribution, and control features to exact specifications, turning this compact furnace into a tailor-made solution for your unique process.
• Responsive Global Support: With a dedicated service team and comprehensive documentation, we provide timely installation, training, and after-sales support worldwide. This ensures your investment is protected and your operations run smoothly, no matter where you are located.
• Superior Build Quality: From the robust electric lift mechanism to the precision-machined vacuum flanges, every aspect of this furnace reflects high-quality manufacturing standards. This not only extends service life but also enhances safety for operators, giving you peace of mind during high-temperature operations.

Contact us today to discuss your specific sintering requirements and discover how this reliable, high-performance vacuum furnace can enhance your research or production capabilities. Request a quote or speak with our engineers about a custom solution tailored to your needs.