 For 20 years, Quick-Quench Bottom Drop Furnaces have been the industry standard to solution heat-treat aluminum to specifications that call for +/ 5 F temperature control and a 5 second quench. They are also used to heat treat ferrous metal parts for those who want the convenience and space savings offered by the quench tank located under the furnace.
Periodic redesigns assure these furnaces are always cost effective and efficient and will meet the most rigorous heat-treating specifications in effect. To best suit a shop layout, the quench tank may roll beneath the door or from side to side. Moreover, a single quench may service two or more furnaces.
Special Features
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Meets MIL specifications and aerospace requirements
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Safe and simple operation
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Internal air circulation for optimum temperature uniformity
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Rapid heat transfer and precise temperature control
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Automatic quenching of parts
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Space-saving design requires minimal floor space
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Heavy duty construction for long service life
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MODEL
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RATING
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WORKING VOLUME
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OUTSIDE DIMENSIONS
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VOLTAGE
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POWER
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K-333-BD
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1200 F
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36"W x 36"H x 36"D
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72"W x 143"H x 110"D
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208/240 3 PH
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54 kW
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K-336-BD
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1200 F
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72"W x 36"H x 36"D
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104"W x 143"H x 110"D
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208/240 3 PH
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65 kW
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K-444-BD
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1200 F
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48"W x 48"H x 48"D
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84"W x 167"H x 134"D
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208/240 3 PH
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75 kW
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K-446-BD
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1200 F
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72"W x 48"H x 48"D
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104"W x 167"H x 134"D
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208/240 3 PH
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90 kW
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K-448-BD
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1200 F
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96"W x 48"H x 48"D
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128"W x 167"H x 134"D
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208/240 3 PH
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120 kW
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Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Options
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Higher temperature operation for ferrous metal heat-treating
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Programmable temperature controls
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Data acquisition and integration with remote monitoring
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Customized parts racks and hoists
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Immersion heating and agitation within quench tank
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Gas or electric heating systems
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Larger custom sizes are also available
 Construction
The lining is 6" to 8" of Fiber-Space light weight ceramic fiber construction for fast heat up and cool down. The horizontal opening door rolls easily on an inclined track. The door seal is adjustable and is as long lived as the refractory lining. Pneumatic door opening and load basket descent is standard on large units. Small units can be manually operated.
 Controls
Highly accurate microprocessor-based programmable temperature controls are standard on all systems, with integrated sequencing and alarm annunciation. Controls are mounted either in a free standing or wall-mounted enclosure, depending on the size of the system. Remote monitoring and data-logging via computer is a popular option.
For an overview of Aluminum Solution Heat Treatment, click here.
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