Vertical 1700C Vacuum and Atmosphere Tube Furnace with 80mm Alumina Tube

Product Overview

This high-performance vertical tube furnace is engineered for advanced material research, providing a stable and controlled environment for processes requiring temperatures up to 1700°C. By utilizing a vertical orientation, the system facilitates specific thermodynamic conditions and sample handling techniques that are often difficult to achieve in horizontal configurations. The equipment integrates high-purity heating elements and sophisticated insulation to ensure rapid heating cycles and exceptional thermal stability, making it an essential tool for laboratories focused on the next generation of materials science.

Designed for versatility, the equipment excels in both vacuum and controlled atmosphere applications. It is frequently employed in the sintering of high-performance ceramics, solid-state synthesis of powder materials, and the development of specialized alloys. The vertical design is particularly beneficial for applications involving molten salts or hanging samples where gravity plays a critical role in the experimental setup. Target industries include aerospace, semiconductor manufacturing, metallurgy, and academic research institutions where precision and repeatability are non-negotiable requirements.

Built with an emphasis on long-term reliability and operational safety, this unit features a robust double-layer steel casing with air cooling to maintain low external surface temperatures even during peak operation. The internal components, including the high-purity alumina processing tube and molybdenum disilicide heating elements, are selected for their durability under rigorous thermal cycling. This system provides procurement teams and researchers with confidence in its ability to deliver consistent results under demanding industrial and laboratory conditions, backed by comprehensive certification readiness.

Key Features

• Vertical Configuration Excellence: The vertical orientation of this system allows for unique sample positioning and optimized gas flow dynamics, facilitating experiments that require gravity-assisted processing or specific convection patterns.
• Precision Temperature Control: Utilizing an advanced PID controller with SCR power regulation, the system maintains a temperature accuracy of ±1°C across 30 programmable segments, ensuring precise adherence to complex thermal profiles.
• Ultra-High Temperature MoSi2 Elements: Equipped with four U-shaped 1800-grade molybdenum disilicide (MoSi2) heating elements, the furnace achieves rapid ramp rates and sustains operation up to 1700°C with exceptional longevity.
• High-Purity Alumina Processing Tube: The 80mm OD tube is crafted from 99.5% pure Al2O3, providing excellent chemical resistance and structural integrity at extreme temperatures for high-purity material processing.
• Superior Thermal Insulation: The chamber is lined with 1800°C grade fibrous alumina insulation, which minimizes heat loss and improves energy efficiency while ensuring the outer casing remains safe to touch.
• Advanced Vacuum and Gas Sealing: The system includes heavy-duty stainless steel flanges with double silicone O-rings and needle valves, supporting vacuum levels as low as 10^-5 Torr when paired with appropriate pumping systems.
• Safety-First Engineering: Integrated over-temperature and thermocouple failure alarms protect both the equipment and the samples, while the double-shell design ensures structural stability during high-heat cycles.
• Flexible Atmosphere Management: Standard 1/4" barbed fittings and needle valves allow for precise introduction of inert or reactive gases, supporting a wide range of chemical vapor deposition and annealing processes.
• Digital Communication Readiness: Equipped with a standard DB9 PC communication port, the system is ready for remote monitoring and data logging, facilitating comprehensive documentation for R&D records.

Applications

Technical Specifications

Operational Guidelines & Safety Information

• Heating Element Maintenance: MoSi2 elements form a protective SiO2 film at high temperatures. To prevent element damage, avoid prolonged operation between 400°C and 700°C, as the elements can oxidize rapidly (cremation) in this specific range.
• Pressure Management: This system is designed for vacuum and low-pressure operation (< 0.02 Mpa). Always use a two-stage pressure regulator on gas cylinders to limit input to 3 PSI.
• Gas Flow Constraints: For optimal performance and safety, gas flow rates should be maintained below 200 SCCM.
• Tube Longevity: Vacuum pressures must only be applied up to 1500°C when using the alumina tube to maintain structural integrity.

Why Choose TU-C19

• Proven Thermal Consistency: The combination of MoSi2 heating elements and high-grade alumina insulation ensures that your research is supported by industry-leading thermal uniformity and 1700°C top-end performance.
• Robust Vacuum Integrity: Engineered with precision-machined stainless steel flanges, the system maintains strict atmosphere purity, crucial for sensitive semiconductor and aerospace material processing.
• Certification and Compliance: Our commitment to quality is reflected in the MET-certified control systems and CE compliance, providing a shortcut for your facility's safety approvals.
• Modular Customization: From upgraded Eurotherm controllers to automated LabVIEW-based software monitoring, the system can be tailored to meet your laboratory's specific digital infrastructure and data logging requirements.
• Industrial Grade Build Quality: Every component, from the double-shell steel casing to the UL-approved power cables, is selected for longevity in high-throughput industrial and R&D environments.

Contact our technical sales team today to request a quotation or to discuss a custom configuration tailored to your material processing parameters.