Description


The BLF models are bottom loading chamber furnaces with electrically operated elevator hearths.  The maximum operating temperatures is:

BLF 18/ -- 1800ēC (Maximum Continuous 1800ēC)

Dimensions

                       Work Chamber

                       Overall

Diameter

Height

Height 

Width

Depth

3 Liter Models

150mm

190mm

975mm

750mm

530mm

Heating Elements

Free radiating Kanthal Super 1900 Elements located around the side of the chamber.

Insulation

High temperature refractory brick on the hot face backed by low thermal mass graded fibre.

Temperature Sensors

Pt 20% Rh / Pt 40% Rh thermocouple

Controls

Temperature control by Eurotherm 902P programmer.  Over-temperature protection by Eurotherm controller with additional thermocouple.

Controls are mounted in the furnace body. The hearth control switch is mounted below the temperature controls.

Power control is by phase angle fired thyristor protected against over-current and voltage transients, operating on the primary side of a step-down transformer providing the appropriate voltage for the
elements circuit. 

A contactor isolates the elements in the event of an over-temperature condition and also when the hearth is fully lowered.

Cooling fans provide forced air cooling of the case.

Maximum Power  Consumption

BLF 18/3: 6000W

Power Supply

BLF 18/3:  220/240V  30A

Carbolite Model: BLF 18/3/241CG
 Bottom Loading Chamber Furnace to 1800° C

Chamber dimensions are 6" diameter x 7.5" high.
Kanthal Super 1900 molybdenum tungsten disilicide heating elements are equally positioned around the walls
of the chamber to provide excellent chamber uniformity.  Dense hot face refractory and low thermal mass
secondary insulation combine to provide a thermal and energy efficient chamber. 
Operator safety is emphasized through an electrically operated, push button controlled, elevator hearth
which allows the crucible or work piece to be safely removed from the hot furnace chamber. 
The chamber is equipped with an exhaust vent for processes that generate fumes. 
A removable top panes allows easy installation of heating elements, and convenient access to electrical leads. 
The furnace is supplied with a Pt 20% Rh/Pt 40% Rh thermocouple. 
All controls are mounted at convenient work height on the side of the furnace cabinetry. 
This furnace is designed to be used on a bench top. 
The temperature controller is the Eurotherm Model: 2416CG programmable controller. 
Improvements in measurement and control techniques over previous controllers enhance both the control accuracy
and performance of the 2416CG.  This 1/16 DIN digital PID instrument provides 8 programmable segments,
with any segment capable of being a ramp [either up or down] or dwell [timed soak]. 
A holdback feature allows the operator to set a process vs. set-point deviation temperature value,
and when exceeded, hold the program to allow process temperature to catch up. 
The instrument incorporates a self-tuning feature that establishes PID settings for your thermal process;
based on operating temperature, load and furnace performance characteristics. 
The "Instant Accuracy" feature provides precise and stable control from the moment the controller is powered up. 
Two LED digital displays simultaneously indicate actual furnace temperature and set-point temperature. 
Temperature may be displayed in degrees C or F. 
Optional digital communications for interfacing with a PC are available. 
An independent over-temperature protection positive protection of both furnace and load
in the event of failure in the primary control circuit. 
The control circuit includes mains on indication, instrumentation on/off switch,
and a "heater on" light in parallel with the heating elements. 
The furnace is rated at 6,000 watts for operation on 208 or 240 volts [customer to specify], 50/60 Hz, single phase.
 External dimensions are 38.5" H x 29.5" w x 21" D

Carbolite offers a programmable control that provides greater programming capability than the previously described 2416CG controller.  The Eurotherm Model: 2408CP 1/8 DIN PID instrument provides 16 programmable segments,
with each segment capable of being programmed as a ramp or dwell.