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Other Equipment

Induction Heating Power Supply (Norax Canada)

Induction heating power supplies are used to provide fast and precise heating for extremely high temperature applications.

There are 2 similar units at PEARL.

Main specifications
Output power: 1 to 10 kW
Working frequency: 20 kHz
Working voltage: 600 volts, 10 amps, 3 phases, 60 Hz
Coil geometry: adjustable for an application
Temperature control: Programmable OMRON controller
Location: A660.2

Pyrometer (Raytek)

Raytek pyrometer is ideal to measure extremely high temperatures with fast response time.

Main specifications
Temperature measurement range: -40 to 3000 °C/-40 to 5432 °F
High-resolution optics up to 300: 1
Precision Variable Focus
Real-time video monitoring and recording capability
Integrated through-the-lens and either video or laser sighting
Stainless steel housing
Easy-to-use interface
Location: A660.2

LECO analysis

LECO analysis is a reliable method for determining the concentration of elements within a metallic sample, including Carbon, Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Oxygen and Sulfur. Our trusted experts help manufacturers better understand the properties of their material.

Elemental inconsistencies within metal processing can cause extreme changes in material composition and properties. Because of its accuracy and low detection limits, LECO analysis is often utilized as a process verification tool to help ensure that the proper level of these elements are present in metallic samples after various manufacturing stages.

Spheronizer (Home built)

This machine can be employed to produce spherical beads from granules and agglomerates of primary fine particles and to coat base particles with a coating solution. Inlet air can be heated for simultaneous drying and coating of particles.

Main specifications
Temperature of inlet air: Ambiant-50 °C
Pressure range: Atmospheric
Location: A-676

Induction Heating Fluidized Bed Reactor (IHFBR) Setup

GSL-1500X-50-UL is a compact high temperature 2″ O.D tube furnace using 99.8% High Purity processing tube and SiC heating elements as heating elements. Vacuum sealing assembly is included to connect with 1/4″ gas hose. The temperature of GSL1500X tube furnace is controlled by high precision SCR (Silicon Controlled Rectifier) digital controller with accuracy +/-1°C and 30 segments programmable up to 1500°C.

Main specifications
Temperature range: up to 1500°C
Pressure range: – 0.1 to 0.15 MPa
Heating rate: 10 oC/min
Heating Zone Length: 152 mm
Location: A-676