Batch Induction Furnace

At Harper, it’s not just the temperatures that are rising to meet the challenge. Before investing in thermal processing equipment, optimizing process parameters is essential to ensure both capacity and quality goals are met. Our Induction furnaces are engineered for outstanding versatility, dependable performance, and energy efficiency – empowering your operations to perform at their peak.

Induction Furnace Capabilities

Temperature

Up to 3000° C

Full Dimensions

17" L x 11" W x 6'-6" H

Capacity

up to 7 kg per batch

Crucible Size

7.5 " ID x 16" H

Induction Frequency

1000 Hz

Closed Loop Distilled Water-Cooled System

Water-water heat exchanger

Controls (flow and temp switch for water flowing through coil)

Pump

Control System

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix PLC and 15" Weintek Touchscreen HMI

Optical Pyrometer (fiber optic type) and sighting port for temperature control

One induction coil cooling water low-flow and high tempature switch

Atmosphere System

Single Argon Inlet connection

Single Nitrogen inlet Connection

Supplemental Process Gas

Includes Regulator, safety pressure switch, and rotameter for each inlet

Typical Induction Applications

Carbon materials

Graphite

Silicon Carbide