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Muffle Furnaces
Preheating Furnaces
Ashing Furnaces
Tube Furnaces
Ovens
Forced Convection Furnaces
Chamber Furnaces
Melting Furnaces
High-Temperature Furnaces
Retort Furnaces
Vacuum Furnaces
Annealing Furnaces
Clean Room Furnaces
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Nabertherm with 500 employees worldwide have been developing and producing industrial furnaces for many
different applications for 70 years. As a manufacturer, Nabertherm offers the widest and deepest range of furnaces
worldwide. 150,000 satisfied customers in more than 100 countries offer proof of our commitment to excellent
design, quality and cost efficiency. Short delivery times are ensured due to our complete inhouse production and our
wide variety of standard furnaces.

Setting Standards in Quality and Reliability

Nabertherm does not only offer the widest range of standard furnaces. Professional engineering in combination
with in house manufacturing provide for individual project planning and construction of tailor-made thermal process
plants with material handling and charging systems. Complete thermal processes are realized by customized system
solutions.

Innovative Nabertherm control technology provides for precise control as well as full documentation and remote
monitoring of your processes. Our engineers apply state-of-the-art technology to improve the temperature
uniformity, energy efficiency, reliability and durability of our systems with the goal of enhancing your competitive
Front made of textured stainless steel for edge.
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Global Sales and Service Network – Close to you

Nabertherm´s strength is one of the biggest R&D departments in the furnace industry. In combination with central
manufacturing in Germany and decentralized sales and service close to the customer we can provide for a
competitive edge to live up to your needs. Long term sales partners in all important world markets ensure individual
on-site customer service and consultation. There are certainly reference customers who are using similar furnaces
or systems close to you.

Large Customer Test Center

What furnace is the right choice for this specific process? This question cannot
always be answered easily. Therefore, we have set up our modern test center
which is unique in respect to size and variety. A representative number of
furnaces is available for tests for our customers.

Customer Service and Spare Parts

Our professional service engineers are available for you worldwide. Due to our
complete inhouse production, we can despatch most spare parts from stock over
night or produce with short delivery time.

Experience in Many Fields of Thermal Processing

In addition to furnaces for laboratory, Nabertherm offers a wide range of standard furnaces and plants for many
other thermal processing applications. The modular design of our products provides for customized solutions to you
individual needs without expensive modifications.

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Table of Contents
Page
Muffle/Preheating/Ashing Furnaces and Accessories........................................................................... 4
Weighing furnace incl. scale and software for determination of combustion loss up to 1200 °C............................13
Exhaust systems/Accessories...................................................................................................................14

Assay Furnaces up to 1300 °C..............................................................................................................15

Chamber Furnaces for Annealing, Hardening and Brazing....................................................................16

Chamber Furnaces with Brick Insulation or Fiber Insulation up to 1400 °C........................................... 18

High-Temperature Furnaces/Sintering Furnaces

High-temperature furnaces with SiC rod heating up to 1600 °C...................................................................... 20
High-temperature furnaces with MoSi2 heating elements up to 1800 °C............................................................21
High-temperature bottom loading furnaces up to 1700 °C............................................................................. 22
High-temperature furnaces with scale for determination of combustion loss and
thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) up to 1750 °C........................................................................................ 23
High-temperature furnaces with molybdenum disilicide heating elements with fiber insulation up to 1800 °C........ 24
High-temperature furnaces with SiC rod heating up to 1550 °C...................................................................... 26
High-temperature furnaces with molybdenum disilicide heating elements
with refractory brick insulation up to 1700 °C............................................................................................ 27

Ovens, Chamber Ovens and Forced Convection Chamber Furnaces.................................................... 28

Clean Room Solutions..........................................................................................................................37

Tube Furnaces and Accessories

Compact tube furnaces up to 1300 °C........................................................................................................ 38
Tube furnaces with stand for horizontal or vertical operation up to 1500 °C...................................................... 40
High-temperature tube furnaces with SiC rod heating up to 1500 °C, gas atmosphere or vacuum.........................41
High-temperature tube furnaces for horizontal and vertical operation up to 1800 °C,
gas atmosphere or vacuum.................................................................................................................... 42
Split-type tube furnaces for horizontal or vertical operation up to 1300 °C, gas atmosphere or vacuum................ 44
Rotary tube furnaces for batch operation up to 1100 °C................................................................................ 46
Rotary tube furnaces for continuous processes up to 1300 °C....................................................................... 48
Working tubes for rotary tube furnaces: standard and options....................................................................... 50
Working tubes: standrad and options.........................................................................................................51
Gas supply systems/vacuum operation for tube furnaces.............................................................................. 52
Vacuum pumps...................................................................................................................................... 53
Control alternatives for tube furnaces........................................................................................................ 54
Customized tube furnaces....................................................................................................................... 55

Melting Furnaces up to 1500 °C........................................................................................................... 56

Fast-Firing Furnaces up to 1300 °C...................................................................................................... 57

Gradient or Lab Strand Annealing Furnaces up to 1300 °C................................................................... 57

Retort Furnaces
Hot-wall retort furnaces up to 1100 °C........................................................................................................ 58
Bottom loading retort furnaces up to 1100 °C.............................................................................................. 62
Cold-wall retort furnaces up to 2400 °C or up to 3000 °C.............................................................................. 63
Cold-wall retort furnaces up to 2400 °C...................................................................................................... 64
Retort furnace cooling systems................................................................................................................ 69

Catalytic and Thermal Post Combustion Systems, Exhaust Gas Washer.............................................. 70

Temperature Uniformity and System Accuracy......................................................................................71

Process Control and Documentation................................................................................................... 72

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 Muffle Furnaces with Flap Door or Lift Door

Muffle furnace L 3/12 Muffle furnace L 5/11

The muffle furnaces L 1/12 - LT 40/12 are the right choice for daily laboratory use. These models stand out for their
excellent workmanship, advanced and attractive design, and high level of reliability. The muffle furnaces come equipped
with either a flap door or lift door at no extra charge.

„„Tmax 1100 °C or 1200 °C

„„Heating from two sides by ceramic heating plates (heating from three sides for muffle furnaces L 24/11 - LT 40/12)
„„Ceramic heating plates with integral heating element which is safeguarded against fumes and splashing, and easy to
replace
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
„„Dual shell housing for low external temperatures and high stability
„„Optional flap door (L) which can be used as work platform or lift door (LT) with hot surface facing away from the
operator
„„Adjustable air inlet integrated in door (see illustration)
„„Exhaust air outlet in rear wall of furnace
Observation hole in the door as additional „„Solid state relays provide for low-noise operation
equipment
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Chimney, chimney with fan or catalytic converter (not for L 1)
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Protective gas connection to purge with non-flammable protective or reaction gases (not available in combination
with chimney, chimney with fan or catalytic converter)
„„Observation hole in the door
„„Manual or automatic gas supply system
Over-temperature limiter „„Please see page 14 for more accessories
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control see
page 75
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 Muffle furnace LT 5/12 Muffle furnace L 3/11

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions3 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
Flap door °C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg to Tmax2
L 3/11 1100 160 140 100 3 385 330 405 1.2 1-phase 20 60
L 5/11 1100 200 170 130 5 385 390 460 2.4 1-phase 30 60
L 9/11 1100 230 240 170 9 415 455 515 3.0 1-phase 35 75
L 15/11 1100 230 340 170 15 415 555 515 3.5 1-phase 40 95
L 24/11 1100 280 340 250 24 490 555 580 4.5 3-phase 55 95
L 40/11 1100 320 490 250 40 530 705 580 6.0 3-phase 65 95

L 1/12 1200 90 115 110 1 290 280 430 1.5 1-phase 10 25

L 3/12 1200 160 140 100 3 385 330 405 1.2 1-phase 20 75
L 5/12 1200 200 170 130 5 385 390 460 2.4 1-phase 30 75
L 9/12 1200 230 240 170 9 415 455 515 3.0 1-phase 35 90
L 15/12 1200 230 340 170 15 415 555 515 3.5 1-phase 40 110
L 24/12 1200 280 340 250 24 490 555 580 4.5 3-phase 55 110
L 40/12 1200 320 490 250 40 530 705 580 6.0 3-phase 65 110

Gas supply system for non-flammable

protective or reactive gas with shutoff
valve and flow meter with regulator valve,
Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions3 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes optionally with magnetic valve
Lift door °C w d h in l W D H1 load kW connection* in kg to Tmax2
LT 3/11 1100 160 140 100 3 385 330 405+155 1.2 1-phase 20 60
LT 5/11 1100 200 170 130 5 385 390 460+205 2.4 1-phase 30 60
LT 9/11 1100 230 240 170 9 415 455 515+240 3.0 1-phase 35 75
LT 15/11 1100 230 340 170 15 415 555 515+240 3.5 1-phase 40 95
LT 24/11 1100 280 340 250 24 490 555 580+320 4.5 3-phase 55 95
LT 40/11 1100 320 490 250 40 530 705 580+320 6.0 3-phase 65 95

LT 3/12 1200 160 140 100 3 385 330 405+155 1.2 1-phase 20 75
LT 5/12 1200 200 170 130 5 385 390 460+205 2.4 1-phase 30 75
LT 9/12 1200 230 240 170 9 415 455 515+240 3.0 1-phase 35 90
LT 15/12 1200 230 340 170 15 415 555 515+240 3.5 1-phase 40 110
LT 24/12 1200 280 340 250 24 490 555 580+320 4.5 3-phase 55 110
LT 40/12 1200 320 490 250 40 530 705 580+320 6.0 3-phase 65 110
1
Including opened lift door *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE Adjustable air inlet integrated in the door
3
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.

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 Muffle Furnaces Basic Models

Muffle furnace LE 1/11 Muffle furnace LE 6/11

With their unbeatable price/performance ratio, these compact muffle furnaces are perfect for many applications
in the laboratory. Quality features like the dual shell furnace housing of rust-free stainless steel, their compact,
lightweight constructions, or the heating elements encased in quartz glass tubes make these models reliable
partners for your application.

„„Tmax 1100 °C, working temperature 1050 °C

„„Heating from two sides from heating elements in quartz glass tubes
„„Maintenance-friendly replacement of heating elements and insulation
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
„„Dual shell housing for low external temperatures and high stability
„„Flap door which can also be used as a work platform
„„Exhaust air outlet in rear wall
„„Solid state relays provide for low-noise operation
„„Compact dimensions and light weight
„„Controller mounted under the door to save space
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Chimney, chimney with fan or catalytic converter (not for L 1)
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Protective gas connection to purge with non-flammable protective or reaction gases
„„Manual gas supply system
Over-temperature limiter
„„Observation hole in the door
„„Please see page 14 for more accessories

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions2 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg to Tmax1
LE 1/11 1100 90 115 110 1 290 280 430 1.5 1-phase 10 10
LE 2/11 1100 110 180 110 2 330 385 430 1.8 1-phase 10 25
LE 6/11 1100 170 200 170 6 390 435 490 1.8 1-phase 18 35
LE 14/11 1100 220 300 220 14 440 535 540 2.9 1-phase 25 40
1
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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Muffle Furnaces with Brick Insulation and Flap Door or Lift Door

Muffle furnace LT 5/13 Muffle furnace L 9/13

Heating elements on support tubes radiating freely into the furnace chamber provide for particularly short heating
times for these muffle furnaces. Thanks to their robust lightweight refractory brick insulation, they can reach a
maximum working temperature of 1300 °C. These muffle furnaces thus represent an interesting alternative to the
familiar L(T) 3/11 models, when you need particularly short heating times or a higher application temperature.

„„Tmax 1300 °C
„„Heating from two sides
„„Heating elements on support tubes ensure free heat radiation and a long service life
„„Multi-layer insulation with robust lightweight refractory bricks in the furnace chamber
„„Housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
„„Dual shell housing for low external temperatures and stability Furnace lining with high-quality lightweight
„„Optional flap door (L) which can be used as work platform or lift door (LT) with hot surface facing away from the refractory brick insulation
operator
„„Adjustable air inlet in the furnace door
„„Exhaust air outlet in rear wall of furnace
„„Solid state relays provide for low-noise operation
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Chimney, chimney with fan or catalytic converter
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Protective gas connection to purge with non-flammable protective or reaction gases
„„Manual or automatic gas supply system Over-temperature limiter
„„Observation hole in the door
„„Please see page 14 for more accessories
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control see
page 75

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions3 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
°C w d h in l W D H1 load kW connection* in kg to Tmax2
L, LT 5/13 1300 200 170 130 5 490 450 580+320 2.4 1-phase 42 45
L, LT 9/13 1300 230 240 170 9 530 525 630+350 3.0 1-phase 60 50
L, LT 15/13 1300 260 340 170 15 530 625 630+350 3.5 1-phase 70 60
1
Including opened lift door (LT models) *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE
3
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request. 7
 Muffle Furnaces up to 1400 °C

Muffle furnace L 9/14 Muffle furnace L 15/14

These models stand out for their excellent workmanship, advanced and attractive design, and high level of reliability.
Heating elements on support tubes radiating freely into the furnace chamber provide for particularly short heating
times and a maximum temperature of 1400 °C. These muffle furnaces are a good alternative to the familiar L(T) ../11
series when higher application temperatures are needed.

„„Tmax 1400 °C
„„Heating from two sides
„„Heating elements on support tubes ensure free heat radiation and a long service life
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Dual shell housing for low external temperatures and high stability
„„Adjustable air inlet integrated in door
Over-temperature limiter
„„Exhaust air outlet in rear wall of furnace
„„Solid state relays provide for low-noise operation
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Chimney, chimney with fan or catalytic converter
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Protective gas connection to purge with non-flammable protective or reaction gases (not available in combination
with chimney, chimney with fan or catalytic converter)
„„Manual or automatic gas supply system
„„Please see page 14 for more accessories
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control see
page 75

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions4 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
°C2 w d h in l W D H1 load kW connection* in kg to Tmax3
Gas supply system for non-flammable L, LT 5/14 1400 200 170 130 5 490 450 580+320 2.5 1-phase 38 55
protective or reactive gas with shutoff L, LT 9/14 1400 230 240 170 9 530 525 630+350 3.0 1-phase 55 60
valve and flow meter with regulator valve, L, LT 15/14 1400 260 340 170 15 530 625 360+350 3.5 1-phase 65 70
optionally with magnetic valve 1
Including opened lift door *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
Recommended working temperature for processes with longer dwell times is 1300 °C
3
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE
4
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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Muffle Furnaces with Embedded Heating Elements in the Ceramic Muffle

L 9/11/SKM

We particularly recommend the muffle furnace L 9/11/SKM if your application involves aggressive substances. The furnace
has a ceramic muffle with embedded heating from four sides. The muffle furnace thus combines a very good temperature
uniformity with excellent protection of the heating elements from aggressive atmospheres. Another aspect is the smooth,
nearly particle free muffle (furnace door made of fiber insulation), an important quality feature for some ashing processes.

„„Tmax 1100 °C
„„Muffle heated from four sides
„„Furnace chamber with embedded ceramic muffle, high resistance to aggressive gasses and vapours
„„Dual shell housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Optional flap door (L) which can be used as work platform or lift door (LT) with hot surface facing away from the Gas supply system for non-flammable
protective or reactive gas with shutoff
operator
valve and flow meter with regulator valve,
„„Adjustable working air inlet in the door optionally with magnetic valve
„„Exhaust air outlet in rear wall of furnace
„„Solid state relays provide for low­noise operation
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Chimney, chimney with fan or catalytic converter
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Protective gas connection to purge with non-flammable protective or reaction gases
„„Manual or automation gas supply system
„„Observation hole in the door Muffle heated from four sides
„„Please see page 14 for more accessories
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control see page 75

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions3 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg to Tmax2
L 9/11/SKM 1100 230 240 170 9 490 505 580 3.4 1-phase 50 90
LT 9/11/SKM 1100 230 240 170 9 490 505 580+3201 3.4 1-phase 50 90
1
Including opened lift door *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE Over-temperature limiter
3
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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 Ashing Furnaces with Flap Door or Lift Door

Exhaust

Fiber muffle

Air preheating

Air inlet

Heating plate

Air inlet and exhaust flow principle in ashing furnaces

Ashing furnace LV 3/11

The ashing furnaces LV 3/11 - LVT 15/11 are especially designed for ashing in the laboratory. A special air intake and
exhaust system allows air exchange of more than 6 times per minute. Incoming air is preheated to ensure a good
temperature uniformity.

„„Tmax 1100 °C
„„Heating from two sides
„„Ceramic heating plates with integral heating element which is safeguarded against fumes and splashing, and
easy to replace
„„Air exchange of more than 6 times per minute
Observation hole in the door as additional „„Good temperature uniformity due to preheating of incoming air
equipment
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
„„Dual shell housing for low external temperatures and stability
„„Optional flap door (LV) which can be used as work platform or lift door (LVT) with hot surface facing away from the
operator
„„Solid state relays provide for low­noise operation
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

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 Ashing furnace LVT 5/11 Ashing furnace LVT 9/11

Additional equipment
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Observation hole in the door
„„Please see page 14 for more accessories
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control see
page 75

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions3 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
Flap door °C w d h in l W D H1 load kW connection* in kg to Tmax2 Over-temperature limiter
LV 3/11 1100 160 140 100 3 385 360 735 1.2 1-phase 20 120
LV 5/11 1100 200 170 130 5 385 420 790 2.4 1-phase 35 120
LV 9/11 1100 230 240 170 9 415 485 845 3.0 1-phase 45 120
LV 15/11 1100 230 340 170 15 415 585 845 3.5 1-phase 55 120

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions3 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
Lift door °C w d h in l W D H1 load kW connection* in kg to Tmax2
LVT 3/11 1100 160 140 100 3 385 360 735 1.2 1-phase 20 120
LVT 5/11 1100 200 170 130 5 385 420 790 2.4 1-phase 35 120
LVT 9/11 1100 230 240 170 9 415 485 845 3.0 1-phase 45 120
LVT15/11 1100 230 340 170 15 415 585 845 3.5 1-phase 55 120
1
Including exhaust tube (Ø 80 mm) *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE
3
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.

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 Ashing Furnaces with Integrated Exhaust Gas Cleaning

The ashing furnace L ../11 BO is specially designed for processes in which

larger sample quantities have to be incinerated. Fields of application are
e.g. the ashing of food, thermal cleaning of injection molding tools or the
determination of annealing loss. Another application is the debinding of
ceramic products, e.g. after additive production.

The ashing furnaces have a passive safety system and integrated exhaust
gas post combustion. An exhaust gas fan extracts flue gases from the
furnace and simultaneously supplies fresh air to the furnace atmosphere
with the result that sufficient oxygen is always available for the incineration
process. The incoming air is guided behind the furnace heating and
preheated to ensure good temperature uniformity. Exhaust gases are led
from the furnace chamber to the integrated post combustion system, where
they are postburned and catalytically cleaned. Directly after the incineration
process (up to max. 600 °C) a subsequent process up to max. 1100 °C can
take place.

„„Tmax 600 °C for the incineration process

Ashing furnace L 40/11 BO „„Tmax 1100 °C for the subsequent process
„„Three-side heating (both sides and bottom)
„„Ceramic heating plates with embedded heating wire
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1
or 2
„„Dual shell housing made of structured stainless steel provides for low outer temperature and high
stability
„„Steel collecting pan protects the bottom insulation
„„Spring-assisted closing of the furnace door (flap door) with mechanical locking against unintentional
opening
„„Thermal/catalytic post combustion, integrated in the exhaust channel, up to 600 °C in function
„„Temperature control of post combustion can be set up to 850 °C
„„Monitored exhaust air
„„Inlet-air preheated through the bottom heating plate
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in
accordance with EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and
control see page 75

Model Tmax Inner dimensions Volume Outer dimensions2 Max. weight Max. Connected Electrical Weight
in mm in mm of hydrocar- evaporation load
bons rate
°C w d h in l W D H1 in g g/min kW connection* in kg
L 9/11 BO 1100 230 240 170 9 415 575 750 75 1.0 7.0 3-phase 60
L 24/11 BO 1100 280 340 250 24 490 675 800 150 2.0 9.0 3-phase 90
L 40/11 BO 1100 320 490 250 40 530 825 800 200 2.5 11.5 3-phase 110
1
Including exhaust tube (Ø 80 mm) *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.

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Weighing Furnace incl. Scale and Software
for Determination of Combustion Loss

This weighing furnace with integrated precision scale and software, was designed
especially for combustion loss determination in the laboratory. The determination
of combustion loss is necessary, for instance, when analyzing sludges and
household garbage, and is also used in a variety of technical processes for
the evaluation of results. The difference between the initial total mass and the
combustion residue is the combustion loss. During the process, the software
included records both the temperature and the weight loss.

„„Tmax 1100 °C or 1200 °C

„„Heating from two sides
„„Ceramic heating plates with integral heating element which is safeguarded
against fumes and splashing, and easy to replace
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according
to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Dual shell housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
„„Optional flap door (L) which can be used as work platform or lift door (LT) with
hot surface facing away from the operator
„„Adjustable working air inlet in the door
„„Exhaust air outlet in rear wall of furnace
„„Solid state relays provide for low­noise operation
„„Delivery includes base, ceramic plunger with base plate in the furnace lining,
precision scale and software package Weighing furnace L 9/11/SW

„„4 scales available for different maximum weights and scaling ranges
„„Process control and documentation for temperature and combustion loss via VCD software package for
monitoring, documentation and control see page 75
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Chimney, chimney with fan or catalytic converter
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Observation hole in the door 4 scales available for different maximum
„„Please see page 14 for more accessories weights and scaling areas

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions3 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
flap door °C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg to Tmax2
Over-temperature limiter
L 9/11/SW 1100 230 240 170 9 415 455 740 3.0 1-phase 50 75
L 9/12/SW 1200 230 240 170 9 415 455 740 3.0 1-phase 50 90

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions3 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
Lift door °C w d h in l W D H1 load kW connection* in kg to Tmax2
LT 9/11/SW 1100 230 240 170 9 415 455 740+240 3.0 1-phase 50 75
LT 9/12/SW 1200 230 240 170 9 415 455 740+240 3.0 1-phase 50 90
1
Including opened lift door *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE
3
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.

Scale Readability Weight range Weight of plunger Calibration value Minimum load
type in g in g in g in g in g
EW-2200 0.01 2200 incl. plunger 850 0.1 0.5 Software for documentation of the
EW-4200 0.01 4200 incl. plunger 850 0.1 0.5 temperature curve and combustion loss
EW-6200 0.01 6200 incl. plunger 850 - 1.0 using a PC
EW-12000 0.10 12000 incl. plunger 850 1.0 5.0

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 Exhaust Systems/Accessories

Article No.: Article No.: Article No.:

631000140 631000812 631000166

Chimney for connection to an exhaust pipe. Chimney with fan, to remove exhaust gas from Catalytic converter with fan for removal
the furnace better. The B400 - P480 controllers of organic components from the exhaust air.
can be used to activate the fan automatically (not Organic components are catalytically oxidized
for models L(T) 15.., L 1/12, LE 1/11, LE 2/11).* at about 600 °C, broken into carbon dioxide
and water vapour. Irritating odors are thus
* Note: If other controller types are used an adapter cable for connection to mains supply has to be largely eliminated. The B400 - P480 controllers
ordered separately. The device will be activated by plugging in the socket. can be used to switch the catalytic converter
automatically (not for models L(T) 15.., L 1/12,
LE 1/11, LE 2/11).*

Article No.: Article No.:

699000279 (saggar) 699001054
699000985 (lid) (sintering dish)
699001055
Square saggar for furnaces LHTC and LHT, (spacer ring)
Tmax 1600 °C Round saggar (Ø 115 mm) for furnaces
The load is placed in ceramic saggars for optimal LHT/LB, Tmax 1650 °C
utilization of the furnace space. Up to three These saggars are perfectly suited for furnaces
Exhaust torch to burn exhaust gases which are saggars can be stacked on top of each other in LHT/LB. The load is placed in the saggars.
generated during the process. The torch is gas- the furnace. Each saggar has cut-outs for better Up to three saggars can be stacked on top of
fired and will be operated with propane gas. If a ventilation. The top saggar should be closed with each other in order to use the overall furnace
catalytic post combustion cannot be used for the a lid made of ceramics also. chamber.
process this torch is recommended.

Select between different bottom plates and collecting pans for protection of the furnace and easy loading (for models L, LT, LE, LV and LVT on
pages 4 - 13).

Ceramic ribbed plate, Tmax 1200 °C Ceramic collecting pan, Tmax 1300 °C Steel collecting pan, Tmax 1100 °C

For models Ceramic ribbed plate Ceramic collecting pan Steel collecting pan (Material 1.4828)
Articel No. Dimensions in mm Articel No. Dimensions in mm Articel No. Dimensions in mm
L 1, LE 1 691601835 110 x 90 x 12.7 - - 691404623 85 x 100 x 20
LE 2 691601097 170 x 110 x 12.7 691601099 100 x 160 x 10 691402096 110 x 170 x 20
L 3, LT 3, LV 3, LVT 3 691600507 150 x 140 x 12.7 691600510 150 x 140 x 20 691400145 150 x 140 x 20
LE 6, L 5, LT 5, LV 5, LVT 5 691600508 190 x 170 x 12.7 691600511 190 x 170 x 20 691400146 190 x 170 x 20
L 9, LT 9, LV 9, LVT 9, N 7 691600509 240 x 220 x 12.7 691600512 240 x 220 x 20 691400147 240 x 220 x 20
LE 14 691601098 210 x 290 x 12.7 - - 691402097 210 x 290 x 20
L 15, LT 15, LV 15, LVT 15, N 11 691600506 340 x 220 x 12.7 - - 691400149 230 x 330 x 20
L 24, LT 24 691600874 340 x 270 x 12.7 - - 691400626 270 x 340 x 20
L 40, LT 40 691600875 490 x 310 x 12.7 - - 691400627 310 x 490 x 20

Heat-resistant gloves for protection of the operator when loading or removing hot materials, resistant to 650 °C or 700 °C.

Article No.: Article No.: Article No.:

493000004 491041101 493000002 (300 mm)
493000003 (500 mm)

Gloves, Tmax 650 °C Gloves, Tmax 700 °C Various tongs for easy loading and unloading of
the furnace
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Assay Furnaces

Assay furnace N 25/13 CUP Assay furnace N 8/13 CUP with optional
base frame on castors
These furnaces are especially used for the assay of precious metals and ashing processes where the insulation and
heating must be protected from emerging gasses and vapours. The furnace chamber forms a ceramic muffle which
can easily be replaced. The assay furnace is equipped with an integrated exhaust hood above the furnace door for
connection to and exhaust sytem.

„„Muffle heated from four sides (three sides for assay furnace N 25/13 CUP)
„„Heating elements and insulation protected by muffle
„„Simple replacement of muffle
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Warm furnace can be opened
„„Tool holder on furnace
„„Stainless steel exhaust chimney above the door opening for connection of an exhaust system
„„Dual shell housing with fan cooling to reduce exterior temperatures Laboratory assay furnace N 4/13 CUP
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Base frame on castors (not for assay furnace N 4/13 CUP)
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control see
page 75

Pit-type furnace with rolling lid

„„For bigger charges we offer pit-type furnaces as assay furnaces
Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions3 in mm Connected Electrical Weight
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg
N 4/13 CUP 1280 185 250 80 3.7 750 675 5201 3 1-phase 65
N 8/13 CUP 1300 260 340 95 8.0 900 1335 2100 22 3-phase 510
N 25/13 CUP 1300 250 500 250 25.0 1050 1200 15202 15 3-phase 280 Pit-type furnace S 73/HS with rolling lid
1
Plus 150 mm for exhaust hood *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
Plus 200 mm for exhaust hood
3
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request. 15
 Chamber Furnaces for Annealing, Hardening
and Brazing

Chamber furnace N 61/H

Chamber furnace N 7/H as table-top model To withstand harsh use in the laboratory, e.g. when heat-treating metals, robust insulation with light refractory
bricks is necessary. The chamber furnaces N 7/H - N 87/H are a perfect fit to solve this problem. The furnaces can
be extended with a variety of accessories, like annealing boxes for operation under protective gas, roller guides, or
a cooling station with a quench tank. Even high-performance applications like the annealing of titanium in medical
applications can be implemented without the use of expensive and complicated annealing systems.

„„Tmax 1280 °C
„„Deep furnace chamber with three-sides heating: from both side walls and bottom
„„Heating elements on support tubes ensure free heat radiation and a long service life
„„Bottom heating protected by heat-resistant SiC plate
„„Low energy consumption due to multi-layer insulation
„„Exhaust opening in the side of the furnace, or on back wall of chamber furnace N 31/H and higher
„„Base frame included in the delivery, N 7/H - N 17/HR designed as table-top model
„„Parallel guided downward swinging door (user protected from heat radiation)
„„Gas spring dampers provide for easy door opening and closing
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
Working with protective gas boxes for
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
a protective gas atmosphere using a „„Controls description see page 72
charging cart

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions3 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg to Tmax2
N 7/H 1280 250 250 140 9 800 650 600 3.0 1-phase 60 180
N 11/H 1280 250 350 140 11 800 750 600 3.5 1-phase 70 180
N 11/HR 1280 250 350 140 11 800 750 600 5.5 3-phase1 70 120
N 17/HR 1280 250 500 140 17 800 900 600 6.4 3-phase1 90 120
N 31/H 1280 350 350 250 31 1040 1100 1340 15.0 3-phase 210 105
N 41/H 1280 350 500 250 41 1040 1250 1340 15.0 3-phase 260 120
N 61/H 1280 350 750 250 61 1040 1500 1340 20.0 3-phase 400 120
N 87/H 1280 350 1000 250 87 1040 1750 1340 25.0 3-phase 480 120
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE
3
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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Accessories for Annealing Hardening and Brazing

Our wide selection of chamber furnaces for annealing, hardening and brazing can be extended with a variety of
accessories to suit your application. The accessories shown below represent only a small fraction of the products
available. For further details, please see our separate catalogues for heat-treatment furnaces and hardening
accessories.

Annealing Boxes
„„Annealing boxes with or without protective gas connectors, up to 1100 °C, also in a tailor-made variant for cold
evacuation, for instance for the annealing of small parts and bulk goods

Annealing Tray with Holder

„„Annealing tram with alloy bag and holder with protective gas connection for models N 7/H to N 87/H for annealing
and hardening under protective gas and quenching in air

Hearth Plates
„„Hearth plates for up to 1100 °C for protection of the furnace floor for models N 7/H to N 87/H, edged on three
sides

Hardening Tongs
„„Hardening tongs in various sizes and forms for use in annealing and hardening

Heat Treating Foil

„„Heat treating foil for wrapping of samples for oxidation-free annealing and hardening of steels up to 1200 °C

Gloves
„„Heat-resistant gloves to 650 °C or 700 °C for protection of operator during loading see page 14

Please ask for our separate catalogues for hardening furnaces

and hardening accessories!

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 Chamber Furnaces with Brick Insulation or Fiber Insulation

Chamber furnace LH 30/14 Chamber furnace LH 216/12SW with scale to measure weight
reduction during annealing

The chamber furnaces LH 15/12 - LF 120/14 have been trusted for many years as professional chamber furnaces for
the laboratory. These furnaces are available with either a robust insulation of light refractory bricks (LH models) or
with a combination insulation of refractory bricks in the corners and low heat storage, quickly cooling fiber material
(LF models). With a wide variety of optional equipment, these chamber furnaces can be optimally adapted to your
processes.

„„Tmax 1200 °C, 1300 °C, or 1400 °C

„„Dual shell housing with rear ventilation, provides for low shell temperatures
„„High furnace chamber with five-sided heating for very good temperature uniformity
LF furnace design provides for shorter „„Heating elements on support tubes ensure free heat radiation and a long service life
heating and cooling times „„Controller mounted on furnace door and removable for comfortable operation
„„Protection of bottom heating and flat stacking surface provided by embedded SiC plate in the floor
„„LH models: multi-layered insulation of light refractory bricks and special backup insulation
„„LF models: high-quality fiber insulation with corner bricks for shorter heating and cooling times. Only fiber
materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2.
„„Door with brick-on-brick seal, hand fitted
„„Short heating times due to high installed power
„„Self-supporting arch for high stability and greatest possible protection against dust
„„Quick lock on door
„„Motor driven exhaust air flap
„„Freely adjustable air inlet integrated in furnace floor
„„Base included
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Gas supply system for non-flammable

protective or reactive gas with shutoff
valve and flow meter with regulator valve,
optionally with magnetic valve

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Chamber furnace LF 60/14 with fresh air fan to accelerate the cooling times

Additional equipment
„„Parallel swinging door, pivots away from operator, for opening when hot
„„Lift door with electro-mechanic linear drive
„„Separate wall-mounting or floor standing cabinet for switchgear
„„Cooling fan for shorter cycle times
„„Protective gas connection to purge with non-flammable protective or reaction gases
„„Manual or automatic gas supply system
„„Scale to measure weight reduction during annealing
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package or Nabertherm Control Center (NCC) for Chamber furnace LH 30/12 with manual
lift door
monitoring, documentation and control see page 75

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions2 in mm Connected Electrical Weight
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg
LH 15/12 1200 250 250 250 15 680 860 1230 5.0 3-phase1 170
LH 30/12 1200 320 320 320 30 710 930 1290 7.0 3-phase1 200
LH 60/12 1200 400 400 400 60 790 1080 1370 8.0 3-phase 300
LH 120/12 1200 500 500 500 120 890 1180 1470 12.0 3-phase 410
LH 216/12 1200 600 600 600 216 990 1280 1590 20.0 3-phase 450

LH 15/13 1300 250 250 250 15 680 860 1230 7.0 3-phase1 170
LH 30/13 1300 320 320 320 30 710 930 1290 8.0 3-phase1 200
LH 60/13 1300 400 400 400 60 790 1080 1370 11.0 3-phase 300
LH 120/13 1300 500 500 500 120 890 1180 1470 15.0 3-phase 410
LH 216/13 1300 600 600 600 216 990 1280 1590 22.0 3-phase 460

LH 15/14 1400 250 250 250 15 680 860 1230 8.0 3-phase1 170
LH 30/14 1400 320 320 320 30 710 930 1290 10.0 3-phase1 200
LH 60/14 1400 400 400 400 60 790 1080 1370 12.0 3-phase 300
LH 120/14 1400 500 500 500 120 890 1180 1470 18.0 3-phase 410
LH 216/14 1400 600 600 600 216 990 1280 1590 26.0 3-phase 470

LF 15/13 1300 250 250 250 15 680 860 1230 7.0 3-phase1 150
LF 30/13 1300 320 320 320 30 710 930 1290 8.0 3-phase1 180
LF 60/13 1300 400 400 400 60 790 1080 1370 11.0 3-phase 270 Parallel swinging door for opening when
LF 120/13 1300 500 500 500 120 890 1180 1470 15.0 3-phase 370 hot

LF 15/14 1400 250 250 250 15 680 860 1230 8.0 3-phase1 150
LF 30/14 1400 320 320 320 30 710 930 1290 10.0 3-phase1 180
LF 60/14 1400 400 400 400 60 790 1080 1370 12.0 3-phase 270
LF 120/14 1400 500 500 500 120 890 1180 1470 18.0 3-phase 370
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request. 19
 High-Temperature Furnaces with SiC Rod Heating up to 1600 °C

High-temperature furnace LHTC 08/16 High-temperature furnace LHTCT 01/16

These powerful laboratory muffle furnaces are available for temperatures up to 1400 °C, 1500 °C, 1550 °C or 1600 °C.
The durability of the SiC rods in periodic use, in combination with their high heating speed, make these high-temperature
furnaces to all-rounders in the laboratory. Heating times of 40 minutes to 1400 °C can be achieved, depending on the
furnace model and the conditions of use.

„„Tmax 1400 °C, 1500 °C, 1550 °C or 1600 °C

„„Working temperature 1500 °C (for high-temperature furnaces LHTC ../16), increased wear and tear must be expected in
case of working at higher temperatures
„„Dual shell housing made of textured stainless steel sheets with additional fan cooling for low surface temperature
Furnace chamber with high-quality fiber „„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
materials and SiC heating rods on both „„Optional flap door (LHTC) which can be used as work platform or lift door (LHTCT) with hot surface facing away from the
sides of the furnace
operator (High-temperature furnace LHTCT 01/16 only with lift door)
„„Switching system with solid-state-relays, power tuned to the SiC rods
„„Easy replacement of heating rods
„„Adjustable air inlet opening, exhaust air opening in the roof
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Square saggar for charging of up to three layers see page 14
„„Lid for top saggar
„„Manual or automatic gas supply system
Saggars with top lid „„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control see page 75

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions4 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
°C w d h in l W D H2 load kW connection* in kg to Tmax3
LHTC(T) 03/14 1400 120 210 120 3.0 415 545 490 9.0 3-phase1 30 40
LHTC(T) 08/14 1400 170 290 170 8.0 490 625 540 13.0 3-phase 40 40

LHTC(T) 03/15 1500 120 210 120 3.0 415 545 490 9.0 3-phase1 30 50
LHTC(T) 08/15 1500 170 290 170 8.0 490 625 540 13.0 3-phase 40 50

LHTCT 01/16 1550 110 120 120 1.5 340 300 460 3.5 1-phase 18 40
LHTC(T) 03/16 1600 120 210 120 3.0 415 545 490 9.0 3-phase1 30 60
LHTC(T) 08/16 1600 170 290 170 8.0 490 625 540 13.0 3-phase 40 60
Over-temperature limiter 1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
Plus maximum 240 mm for models LHTCT when open 3
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE
4
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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High-Temperature Furnaces with MoSi2 Heating Elements
up to 1800 °C

High-temperature furnace
LHT 01/17 D

Designed as tabletop models, these compact high-temperature furnaces have a variety of advantages. The
first-class workmanship using high-quality materials, combined with ease of operation, make these furnaces
all-rounders in research and the laboratory. These high-temperature furnaces are also perfectly suited for the
sintering of technical ceramics, such as zirconium oxide dental bridges.

„„Tmax 1600 °C, 1750 °C, or 1800 °C

„„High-quality molybdenum disilicide heating elements
„„Dual shell housing made of textured stainless steel sheets with additional fan cooling for low surface
temperature
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Compact design with lift door, opening upwards High-temperature furnace LHT 03/17 D
„„Adjustable air inlet
„„Exhaust air opening in the roof
„„Type B thermocouple
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Square saggar for charging of up to three layers see page 14
„„Protective gas connection to purge with non-flammable protective or reaction gases
„„Manual or automatic gas supply system
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control see page 75

Saggars with top lid

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions4 in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
°C w d h in l W D H3 load kW connection* in kg to Tmax2
LHT 02/16 1600 90 150 150 2 470 630 760+260 3.0 1-phase 75 30
LHT 04/16 1600 150 150 150 4 470 630 760+260 5.2 3-phase1 85 25
LHT 08/16 1600 150 300 150 8 470 810 760+260 8.0 3-phase1 100 25

LHT 01/17 D 1650 110 120 120 1 385 425 525+195 2.2 1-phase 28 10
LHT 03/17 D 1650 135 155 200 4 470 630 760+260 3.0 1-phase 75 60

LHT 02/17 1750 90 150 150 2 470 630 760+260 3.0 1-phase 75 60
LHT 04/17 1750 150 150 150 4 470 630 760+260 5.2 3-phase1 85 40
LHT 08/17 1750 150 300 150 8 470 810 760+260 8.0 3-phase1 100 40

LHT 02/18 1800 90 150 150 2 470 630 760+260 3.6 1-phase 75 75
LHT 04/18 1800 150 150 150 4 470 630 760+260 5.2 3-phase1 85 60
LHT 08/18 1800 150 300 150 8 470 810 760+260 9.0 3-phase 1
100 60
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage Over-temperature limiter
2
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE 3
Including opened lift door
4
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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 High-Temperature Bottom Loading Furnaces up to 1700 °C

High-temperature furnace LHT 02/17 LB

LHT 16/17 LB
with a set of saggars

The motor-driven lifting table significantly simplifies the charging of the high-temperature furnaces LHT/LB. The
heating all around the cylindrical furnace chamber provides for an opitimal temperature uniformity. For the tabletop
models LHT 01/17 LB and LHT 02/17 LB the charge can be placed in charge saggars made of technical ceramics. Up
to three charge saggars can be stacked on top of each other resulting in a high productivity. Due to its volume the
high-temperature furnace LHT 16/17 LB can also be used for applications in production.

„„Tmax 1650 °C, 1700 °C (LHT 16/17 LB)

Electrically driven lift-bottom „„High-quality heating elements made of molybdenum disilicide offer best possible protection against chemical
interaction between charge and heating elements
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Outstanding temperature uniformity due to all-round furnace chamber heating
„„Furnace chamber with a volume of 1, 2 or 16 liters, table with large floor space
„„Precise, motorized toothed belt drive of the table with button operation
„„Appealing, dual shell stainless steel housing
„„Exhaust air vent in the roof
„„Type S thermocouple
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Saggar

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Additional equipment
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Stackable saggars for loading in up to two or three levels, depending on model, see page 14
„„Protective gas connection to purge with non-flammable protective or reaction gases
„„Manual or automatic gas supply system
„„Adjustable air inlet through the floor
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control see
page 75

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions1 in mm Connected Electrical Weight
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg
LHT 01/17 LB 1650 145 180 100 1 350 590 680 2.2 1-phase 40
LHT 02/17 LB 1650 185 180 185 2 390 590 765 3.4 1-phase 50
LHT 16/17 LB 1700 Ø 260 260 16 650 1250 1980 12.0 3-phase 410
1
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
*Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage

High-Temperature Furnaces with Scale for Determination of Combustion Loss and

Thermogravimetric Analysis (TGA)

High-temperature furnace LHT 04/16 SW with scale for measuring weight reduction during annealing
and with gas supply system

These high-temperature furnaces were specially developed to determine combustion loss during annealing and
for thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) in the lab. The complete system consists of the high-temperature furnace for
1600 °C or 1750 °C, a table frame, precision scale with feedthroughs into the furnace and powerful software for
recording both the temperature curve and the weight loss over time.

„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions

„„Technical description of the furnaces: see models LHT 04/16 and LHT 04/17 see page 21
„„Description of the weighing system: see models L 9/... SW see page 13
„„Process control and documentation for temperature and combustion loss via VCD software package for
monitoring, documentation and control see page 75
Software for documentation of the
temperature curve and combustion loss
Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions in mm Connected Electrical Weight Minutes
3
using a PC
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg to Tmax2
LHT 04/16 SW 1600 150 150 150 4 655 370 890 5.0 3-phase1 85 25
LHT 04/17 SW 1750 150 150 150 4 655 370 890 5.0 3-phase1 85 40
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE
3
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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 High-Temperature Furnaces with Molybdenum Disilicide Heating Elements
with Fiber Insulation up to 1800 °C

High-temperature furnace HT 16/18 with gas supply system High-temperature furnace HT 160/17 with gas supply system

Due to their solid construction and compact stand-alone design, these high-temperature furnaces are perfect for
processes in the laboratory where the highest precision is needed. Oustanding temperature uniformity and practical
details set unbeatable quality benchmarks. For configuration for your processes, these furnaces can be extended
with extras from our extensive option list.

„„Tmax 1600 °C, 1750 °C, or 1800 °C

„„Recommended working temperature 1750 °C (for models HT ../18), increased wear and tear must be expected in
case of working at higher temperatures
Reinforced floor as protection for bottom „„Dual shell housing with fan cooling for low shell temperatures
insulation for high-temperature furnace
„„Heating from both sides via molybdenum disilicide heating elements
HT 16/16 and higher
„„High-quality fiber insulation backed by special insulation
„„Side insulation constructed with tongue and groove blocks provides for low heat loss to the outside
„„Long-life roof insulation with special suspension
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Chain-guided parallel swivel door for defined opening and closing of the door
„„Two-door design (front/back) for high-temperature furnaces > HT 276/..
„„Labyrinth sealing ensures the least possible temperature loss in the door area
„„Reinforced floor as protection for bottom insulation as standard from models HT 16/16 upwards
„„Vapor vent in the furnace roof
„„Heating elements switched via thyristors
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
Inner process top hat with gas injection
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
through the furnace bottom protects the
furnace chamber against contamination „„Controls description see page 72
and/or prevents chemical interaction bet-
ween the charge and heating elements

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Additional equipment
„„Uncontrolled or controlled cooling system with frequency-controlled cooling fan
and motor-driven exhaust air flap
„„Furnace in DB design featuring fresh air preheating, exhaust gas ventilation
and an extensive safety package for debinding and sintering in one process, i.
e. without transfering the material from the debinding furnace to the sintering
furnace
„„Stainless steel exhaust gas top hats
„„Special heating elements for zirconia sintering provide for longer service life with
respect to chemical interaction between charge and heating elements
„„Protective gas connection to purge with non-flammable protective or reaction
gases
„„Manual or automatic gas supply system
„„Inner process box to improve the gas tightness and to protect the furnace
chamber against contamination
„„Lift door
„„Motorized exhaust air flap, switchable via the program
„„Thermal or catalytic exhaust cleaning systems see page 70
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package or Nabertherm
Control Center (NCC) for monitoring, documentation and control see page 75

High-temperature furnace HT 64/16S with

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions2 in mm Connected Electrical Weight pneumatically driven and parallel lift door
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg
HT 04/16 1600 150 150 150 4 730 490 1400 5.2 3-phase1 150
HT 08/16 1600 150 300 150 8 730 640 1400 8.0 3-phase1 200
HT 16/16 1600 200 300 260 16 810 700 1500 12.0 3-phase1 270
HT 40/16 1600 300 350 350 40 1000 800 1620 12.0 3-phase 380
HT 64/16 1600 400 400 400 64 1130 900 1670 18.0 3-phase 550
HT 128/16 1600 400 800 400 128 1130 1290 1670 26.0 3-phase 750
HT 160/16 1600 500 550 550 160 1250 1050 1900 21.0 3-phase 800
HT 276/16 1600 500 1000 550 276 1300 1600 1900 36.0 3-phase 1100
HT 450/16 1600 500 1150 780 450 1350 1740 2120 64.0 3-phase 1500

HT 04/17 1750 150 150 150 4 730 490 1400 5.2 3-phase1 150
HT 08/17 1750 150 300 150 8 730 640 1400 8.0 3-phase1 200
HT 16/17 1750 200 300 260 16 810 700 1500 12.0 3-phase1 270
HT 40/17 1750 300 350 350 40 1000 800 1620 12.0 3-phase 380
HT 64/17 1750 400 400 400 64 1130 900 1670 18.0 3-phase 550 Two-door design for high-temperature
HT 128/17 1750 400 800 400 128 1130 1290 1670 26.0 3-phase 750 furnaces > HT 276/..
HT 160/17 1750 500 550 550 160 1250 1050 1900 21.0 3-phase 800
HT 276/17 1750 500 1000 550 276 1300 1600 1900 36.0 3-phase 1100
HT 450/17 1750 500 1150 780 450 1350 1740 2120 64.0 3-phase 1500

HT 04/18 1800 150 150 150 4 730 490 1400 5.2 3-phase1 150
HT 08/18 1800 150 300 150 8 730 640 1400 8.0 3-phase1 200
HT 16/18 1800 200 300 260 16 810 700 1500 12.0 3-phase1 270
HT 40/18 1800 300 350 350 40 1000 800 1620 12.0 3-phase 380
HT 64/18 1800 400 400 400 64 1130 900 1670 18.0 3-phase 550
HT 128/18 1800 400 800 400 128 1130 1290 1670 26.0 3-phase 750
HT 160/18 1800 500 550 550 160 1250 1050 1900 21.0 3-phase 800
HT 276/18 1800 500 1000 550 276 1300 1600 1900 42.0 3-phase 1100
HT 450/18 1800 500 1150 780 450 1350 1740 2120 64.0 3-phase 1500
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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 High-Temperature Furnaces with SiC Rod Heating up to 1550 °C

The high-temperature furnaces HTC 16/16 - HTC 450/16 are heated by

vertically hung SiC rods, which makes them especially suitable for sintering
processes up to a maximum operating temperature of 1550 °C. For some
processes, e.g. for sintering zirconium oxide, the absence of interactivity
between the charge and the SiC rods, these models are more suitable than
the alternatives heated with molybdenum disilicide elements. The basic
construction of these furnaces make them comparable with the already
familiar models in the HT product line and they can be upgraded with the
same additional equipment.

„„Tmax 1550 °C
„„Dual shell housing with fan cooling for low shell temperatures
„„Heating from both sides via vertically mounted SiC rods
„„High-quality fiber insulation backed by special insulation
„„Side insulation constructed with tongue and groove blocks provides for
low heat loss to the outside
„„Long-life roof insulation with special suspension
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic
according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Chain-guided parallel swivel door for defined opening and closing of the
door without destroying the insulation
High-temperature furnace HTC 40/16
„„Two-door design (front/back) for high-temperature furnaces > HTC 276/..
„„Labyrinth sealing ensures the least possible temperature loss in the door area
„„Reinforced floor as protection for bottom insulation
„„Exhaust air opening in the furnace roof
„„Heating elements switched via SCR‘s
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment like HT models see page 25

Vertically mounted SiC rods and optional
perforated air inlet tubes of the debinding
system in a high-temperature furnace

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions2 in mm Connected Electrical Weight
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg
HTC 16/16 1550 200 300 260 16 810 700 1500 12.0 3-phase1 270
HTC 40/16 1550 300 350 350 40 1000 800 1620 12.0 3-phase 380
HTC 64/16 1550 400 400 400 64 1130 900 1670 18.0 3-phase 550
HTC 128/16 1550 400 800 400 128 1130 1290 1670 26.0 3-phase 750
HTC 160/16 1550 500 550 550 160 1250 1050 1900 21.0 3-phase 800
HTC 276/16 1550 500 1000 550 276 1300 1600 1900 36.0 3-phase 1100
Exhaust air flap and charge thermocouple HTC 450/16 1550 500 1150 780 450 1350 1740 2120 64.0 3-phase 1500
including a stand as additional equipment 1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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High Temperature Furnaces with Molybdenum Disilicide Heating Elements
with Refractory Brick Insulation up to 1700 °C

High-temperature furnace High-temperature furnace HFL 160/17

HFL 16/17 DB50

The high-temperature furnaces HFL 16/16 HFL 160/17 are characterized by their lining with robust light refractory
bricks. This version is recommended for processes producing aggressive gases or acids, such as under glass
melting.

Standard equipment like high-temperature furnaces HT, except:

„„Tmax 1600 °C or 1700 °C
„„Robust refractory brick insulation and special backing insulation
„„Furnace floor made of lightweight refractory bricks accommodates high charge weights
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions Protection grid in front of heating elements
prevent against mechanical damages
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment like HT models see page 25

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions2 in mm Connected Electrical Weight
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg
HFL 16/16 1600 200 300 260 16 1000 890 1620 12 3-phase1 500
HFL 40/16 1600 300 350 350 40 1130 915 1890 12 3-phase 660
HFL 64/16 1600 400 400 400 64 1230 980 1940 18 3-phase 880
HFL 160/16 1600 500 550 550 160 1400 1250 2100 21 3-phase 1140 Gas supply system for non-flammable
protective or reaction gases
HFL 16/17 1700 200 300 260 16 1000 890 1620 12 3-phase1 530
HFL 40/17 1700 300 350 350 40 1130 915 1890 12 3-phase 690
HFL 64/17 1700 400 400 400 64 1230 980 1940 18 3-phase 920
HFL 160/17 1700 500 550 550 160 1400 1250 2100 21 3-phase 1190
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.

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 Ovens, also with Safety Technology According to EN 1539

Oven TR 60 with adjustable fan speed Oven TR 240

With their maximum working temperature of up to 300 °C and air circulation, the ovens achieve a perfect temperature
uniformity which is much better than in ovens of most competitors. They can be used for various applications such as
e.g. drying, sterilizing or warm storing. Ample warehousing of standard models provides for short delivery times.

„„Tmax 300 °C
„„Working temperature range: + 5 °C above room temperature up to 300 °C
„„Ovens TR 30 - TR 240 designed as tabletop models
„„Ovens TR 450 and TR 1050 designed as floor standing models
„„Horizontal, air circulation results in temperature uniformity better than +/- 5 °C see page 71
Electrical rotating device as additional „„Stainless steel chamber, alloy 304 (AISI)/(DIN material no. 1.4301), rust-resistant and easy to clean
equipment
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Large handle to open and close the door
„„Charging in multiple layers possible using removeable grids (number of removeable grids included, see table to the
right)
„„Large, wide-opening swing door, hinged on the right with quick release for models TR 30 - TR 450
„„Double swing door with quick release for TR 1050
„„TR 1050 equipped transport rollers
„„Infinitely adjustable exhaust at the rear wall with operation from the front
„„PID microprocessor control with self-diagnosis system
„„Solid state relays provide for low­noise operation
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
Extricable metal grids to load the oven in
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
different layers
„„Controls description see page 72

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 Oven TR 450 Oven TR 1050 with double door

Additional equipment
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in
accordance with EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the oven and load
„„Infinitely adjustable fan speed of the air circulation fan
„„Window for charge observing
„„Further removeable grids with rails
„„Side inlet
„„Stainless steel collecting pan to protect the furnace chamber
„„Door hinges on the left side
„„Reinforced bottom plate
„„Safety technology according to EN 1539 for charges containing liquid solvents (TR .. LS) up to
model TR 240 LS, achievable temperature uniformity +/- 8 °C see page 71
„„Transport castors for model TR 450
„„Various modifications available for individual needs
„„Upgrading available to meet the quality requirements of AMS 2750 E or FDA
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and
control see page 75
Model Tmax Inner dimensions Volume Outer dimensions3 Connected Electrical Weight Grids in- Grids Max. Oven TR 120 LS with safety technology ac-
in mm in mm cording to EN 1539 for charges containing
°C w d h in l W D H load kW2 connection* in kg cluded max. total load1 liquid solvents
TR 30 300 360 300 300 30 610 520 665 2.1 1-phase 45 1 4 80
TR 60 300 450 390 350 60 700 610 710 3.1 1-phase 90 1 4 120
TR 60 LS 260 450 360 350 57 700 680 710 5.2 3-phase 92 1 4 120
TR 120 300 650 390 500 120 900 610 860 3.1 1-phase 120 2 7 150
TR 120 LS 260 650 360 500 117 900 680 860 6.2 3-phase 122 2 7 150
TR 240 300 750 550 600 240 1000 780 970 3.1 1-phase 165 2 8 150
TR 240 LS 260 750 530 600 235 1000 850 970 6.2 3-phase 167 2 8 150
TR 450 300 750 550 1100 450 1000 780 1470 6.2 3-phase 235 3 15 180
TR 1050 300 1200 670 1400 1050 1470 940 1920 9.4 3-phase 450 4 14 250
1
Max load per layer 30 kg *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
If EN 1539 is ordered connected load will increase
3
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 Chamber Ovens
Electrically Heated or Gas-Fired

Chamber oven KTR 1500 Chamber oven KTR 4500 Chamber oven KTR 6125

The chamber ovens of the KTR range can be used for complex drying processes and heat treatment of charges to
an application temperature of 260 °C. The high-performance air circulation enables optimum temperature uniformity
throughout the work space. A wide range of accessories allow the chamber ovens to be modified to meet specific
process requirements. The design for the heat treatment of flammable materials in conformance with EN 1539
(NFPA 86) is available for all sizes.

„„Tmax 260 °C
„„Electrically heated (via a heating register with integrated chrome steel heating
elements) or gas-fired (direct or indirect gas-fired including injection of the hot air
into the intake duct)

„„Temperature uniformity up to
+/- 3 °C according to DIN 17052-1
(for design wihout track cutouts)
see page 71
„„High-quality mineral wool insulation
provides for outer temperatures of
< 25 °C above room temperature
„„Only fiber materials are used which
are not classified as carcinogenic
according to TRGS 905, class 1
or 2
„„High air exchange for fast drying
processes
„„Double-wing door for furnaces
KTR 3100 and larger

Chamber oven KTR 1500 with charging cart

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 Chamber oven KTR 22500/S with chamber lightning and drive-in tracks
with insulated plugs which provide for an optimal temperature uniformity

„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in
accordance with EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the oven and load
„„Incl. floor insulation
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Track cutouts for level drive-in of charging cart
„„Base frame to charge the oven via a charging forklift KTR 3100/S for curing of composites in
„„Additional Door in the back for charging from both sides or to use the oven as lock between two rooms vacuum bags incl. pump and necessary
connections in the oven chamber
„„Fan system for faster cooling with manual or motor-driven control of the exhaust flaps
„„Programmed opening and closing of exhaust air flaps
„„Air circulation with speed control, recommendable for processes with light or sensitive charge
„„Observation window and furnace chamber lighting
„„Safety technology according to EN 1539 (NFPA 86) (models KTR .. LS) for charges containing solvents
„„Charging cart with or without rack system
„„Design for clean room heat treatment processes see page 37
„„Rotating systems for tempering processes
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package or Nabertherm Control Center (NCC) for
monitoring, documentation and control see page 75

Direct gas-firing at a chamber dryer

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 Chamber Ovens
Electrically Heated or Gas-Fired

Charging cart with pull-out trays KTR 4500 with platform cart, inner lightning and observation windows

Accessories
„„Adjustable plate shutters to adapt the air guide to the charge and improve temperature uniformity
„„Guide-in tracks and shelves
„„Shelves with 2/3 extraction with evenly distributed load on the whole shelve surface
„„Platform cart in combination with drive-in tracks
„„Charging cart with rack system in combination with drive-in tracks
„„Sealing shoes for ovens with drive-in tracks to improve temperature uniformity in the work space

Drive-in tracks with sealing shoes

All KTR-models are also available with Tmax 300 °C.

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions in mm2 Heating Electrical
power in kW1
°C w d h in l W D H KTR/KTR ..LS connection*
KTR 1000 (LS) 260 1000 1000 1000 1000 1900 1430 1815 18/on request 3-phase
KTR 1500 (LS) 260 1000 1000 1500 1500 1900 1430 2315 18/36 3-phase
KTR 3100 (LS) 260 1250 1250 2000 3100 2150 1680 2905 27/45 3-phase
KTR 4500 (LS) 260 1500 1500 2000 4500 2400 1930 2905 45/54 3-phase
KTR 6125 (LS) 260 1750 1750 2000 6125 2650 2200 3000 45/63 3-phase
KTR 6250 (LS) 260 1250 2500 2000 6250 2150 3360 3000 54/on request 3-phase
KTR 8000 (LS) 260 2000 2000 2000 8000 2900 2450 3000 54/81 3-phase
KTR 9000 (LS) 260 1500 3000 2000 9000 2400 3870 3000 72/on request 3-phase
KTR 12300 (LS) 260 1750 3500 2000 12300 2650 4400 3000 90/on request 3-phase
KTR 16000 (LS) 260 2000 4000 2000 16000 2900 4900 3000 108/on request 3-phase
KTR 21300 (LS) 260 2650 3550 2300 21300 3750 4300 3500 108/on request 3-phase
Pull-out shelves, running on rolls
KTR 22500 (LS) 260 2000 4500 2500 22500 2900 5400 3500 108/on request 3-phase
Depending on furnace design connected load might be higher
1
*Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
Outer dimensions from chamber ovens KTR .. LS are different
2

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 Max. amount of silicone per charge at a fresh air amount of 120 l/min/kg silicone
kg silicone/charge

Adjustable plate shutters to adapt the air

guide to the charge

T work

To ensure safe operation of the oven when tempering silicone, the fresh air supply of the oven must be monitored. A
fresh air volume flow of 100 - 120 l/min/kg silicone (6-7,2 m3/h/kg silicone) has to be considered. The graph shows
the maximum amount of silicone depending on the operating temperature for various KTR models at a fresh air
supply of 120 l/min/kg silicone. The oven will be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the standard
EN 1539 (NFPA 86).

Motor-driven rotary rack with baskets for

moving the charge during heat treatment

KTR 3100 DT with rotating system for tempering of silicone parts. Four baskets will be charged in the frame and can Drive-in ramp
be taken out separately

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 High-Temperature Ovens, Forced Convection Chamber
Furnaces

Forced convection chamber

furnace NA 120/46 with lift door

These chamber furnaces with air circulation are characterized by their extremely high temperature uniformity. Hence,
Forced convection chamber furnace they are especially suitable for processes such as cooling, crystalizing, preheating, curing, but also for numerous
NA 250/45
processes in tool making. Due to the modular concept, the forced convection furnaces can be adjusted to the
process requirements by adding suitable equipment.

„„Tmax 450 °C, 650 °C, or 850 °C

„„Horizontal air circulation
„„Swing door hinged on the right
„„Temperature uniformity up to +/- 4 °C according to DIN 17052-1 (model NA 15/65 up to +/- 5 °C) see page 71
„„Optimum air flow and temperature uniformity through high circulation rates
„„One frame sheet and rails for two additional trays included in the scope of delivery (NA 15/65 without frame
sheet)
Forced convection chamber furnace
NA 15/65 as table-top model „„Stainless steel air-baffles in the furnace for optimum air circulation
„„Base frame included in the delivery, NA 15/65 designed as table-top model
„„Air inlet and exhaust air flaps as additional equipment for using as drying oven
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions3 in mm Connected Electrical Weight
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg
NA 30/45 450 290 420 260 30 1040 1290 1385 3.6 1-phase 285
NA 60/45 450 350 500 350 60 1100 1370 1475 6.6 3-phase 350
NA 120/45 450 450 600 450 120 1250 1550 1550 9.8 3-phase 460
NA 250/45 450 600 750 600 250 1350 1650 1725 12.8 3-phase 590
NA 500/45 450 750 1000 750 500 1550 1900 1820 18.8 3-phase 750

NA 15/651 650 295 340 170 15 470 790 460 2.8 1-phase 60
NA 30/65 650 290 420 260 30 870 1290 1385 7.0 3-phase2 285
NA 60/65 650 350 500 350 60 910 1390 1475 9.0 3-phase 350
NA 120/65 650 450 600 450 120 990 1470 1550 13.0 3-phase 460
NA 250/65 650 600 750 600 250 1170 1650 1680 21.0 3-phase 590
NA 500/65 650 750 1000 750 500 1290 1890 1825 28.0 3-phase 750

N 30/85 HA 850 290 420 260 30 607 + 255 1175 1315 6.0 3-phase2 195
N 60/85 HA 850 350 500 350 60 667 + 255 1250 1400 9.6 3-phase 240
N 120/85 HA 850 450 600 450 120 767 + 255 1350 1500 13.6 3-phase 310
For additional information about forced
N 250/85 HA 850 600 750 600 250 1002 + 255 1636 1860 21.0 3-phase 610
convection chamber furnaces please ask
N 500/85 HA 850 750 1000 750 500 1152 + 255 1886 2010 31.0 3-phase 1030
for our separate catalog! 1
Table-top model *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
Heating only between two phases
3
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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Sealed Forced Convection Chamber Furnaces NA-I and NA-SI

Sealed forced convection chamber furnaces are suitable

if a heat treatment process up to 650 °C requires a
protective gas atmosphere that does not have to be
completely oxygen free.

The difference between the two variants is that the I-model

only has a sealed outer housing while the SI-model has
a welded inner box, which further reduces the residual
oxygen concentration.

NA-I design
Like forced convection chamber furnaces < 675 l
(page 34) with the following changes
„„Tmax 450 °C and 650 °C
„„Silicone door seal
„„Furnace housing sealed with silicone
„„Protective gas connection in the back wall
„„Defined application within the constraints of the
operating instructions
„„Residual oxygen concentration < 1 % depending on the Forced convection chamber furnace
volume and type of protective gas NA 120/65 I

„„For non-flammable protective and reaction gases such

as argon, nitrogen, and forming gas (national regulations must be considered)

NA-SI design
Additional features
„„Tmax 650 °C
„„Welded inner housing
„„2-sided heating and air circulation
„„Door sealed with seal gas
„„Sealed connection to circulation motor
„„Gas inlet via circulator shaft
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„Residual oxygen concentration to 0.1 % depending on the volume and type of protective gas
„„For non-flammable protective and reaction gases such as argon, nitrogen, and forming gas (national regulations Forced convection chamber furnace
must be considered) NA 15/65 I as tabletop model with manual
gas supply system

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions4 in mm Heating Electrical Weight
°C w d h in l W D H power in kW3 connection* in kg
NA 30/45 I 450 290 420 260 30 1040 1290 1385 3.0 1(3)-phase 285
NA 60/45 I 450 350 500 350 60 1100 1370 1475 6.0 3-phase 350
NA 120/45 I 450 450 600 450 120 1250 1550 1550 9.0 3-phase 460
NA 250/45 I 450 600 750 600 250 1350 1650 1725 12.0 3-phase 590
NA 500/45 I 450 750 1000 750 500 1550 1900 1820 18.0 3-phase 750
NA 675/45 I 450 750 1200 750 675 1550 2100 1820 24.0 3-phase 900

NA 15/65 I1 650 295 340 170 15 470 790 460 2.8 1-phase 60
NA 30/65 I 650 290 420 260 30 870 1290 1385 5.0 3-phase2 285
N A 60/65 I (SI) 650 350 500 350 60 910 1390 1475 9.0 3-phase 350
NA 120/65 I (SI) 650 450 600 450 120 990 1470 1550 12.0 3-phase 460
NA 250/65 I (SI) 650 600 750 600 250 1170 1650 1680 20.0 3-phase 590
NA 500/65 I (SI) 650 750 1000 750 500 1290 1890 1825 27.0 3-phase 750
NA 675/65 I 650 750 1200 750 675 1290 2100 1825 27.0 3-phase 900
1
Table-top model *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
Heating only between two phases 3
Depending on furnace design connected load might be higher
4
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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 Chamber Furnaces for Processes with High Vaporization Rates of Organic Matter
or for Thermal Cleaning by Ashing
Electrically Heated or Gas-Fired

The chamber furnaces of the model series N(B) .. BO are used for processes with large amounts of organic matters
or high vaporization rates. These models can be used for products which are insensitive against temporarily
uncontrolled temperature increases. Processes in which the product or contaminations on the product are ashed
by ignition can be also carried out safely in this type of chamber furnace. Examples include residual wax removal of
pouring clustersfollowed by sintering, or thermal cleaning of oxide catalytic honey combs from soot or fuel residues.
The electrically heated N...BO furnaces can be used for processes with exact temperature control and uniformity.
For safety reasons, they are equipped with an integrated gas torch for igniting the flammable components in the gas
mixture. The accumulation of flammable components is avoided and their safe combustion is ensured.

The gas-fired NB…BO furnaces are designed for processes which require a heat-up time to temperatures > 500 °C

The burning of unwanted organic ingrediants can take place at temperatures > 500 °C. Following this, a subsequent
process can take place up to max. 1400 °C (electrically) or up to 1000 °C (gas-fired).

For safety, the furnace door locks after the program was started and cannot be opened again until the temperature
has dropped below a defined value. In case of burner malfunction or gas shortage the process is aborted.

Chamber furnaces N 100 BO - N 650/14 BO, electrically heated and gas-fired ignition flame
„„Tmax 1000 °C or 1400 °C
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
Air „„Standard sizes up to 650 liters furnace chamber, additional sizes on request
„„Exhaust hood
„„Fully automatic temperature control
„„Optional thermal afterburning
„„Ignition flame using natural gas or liquid gas (LPG)
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„Controls description see page 72

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Outer dimensions2 in mm Heating power

°C w d h W D H in kW1
N 100 BO 1000 400 530 460 1200 1300 2100 9
N 300 BO 1000 550 700 780 1350 1450 2200 20
N 300/14 BO 1400 550 700 780 1350 1450 2200 30
N 650/14 BO 1400 700 850 1100 1700 1900 2700 62
1
Depending on furnace design connected load might be higher
2
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.

Chamber furnaces models NB 300 BO and NB 650 BO, gas-fired

„„Tmax 1000 °C
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Standard sizes up to 650 liters furnace chamber, additional sizes on request
„„Integrated thermal afterburning
„„Gas burners operating with natural gas or liquid gas (LPG)
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
Chamber furnace N 650/14 BO with
ignition burner „„Controls description see page 72

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Outer dimensions1 in mm Output burner

°C w d h W D H in kW
NB 300 BO 1000 550 700 780 1250 1650 3000 100
NB 650 BO 1000 700 850 1100 1600 2100 3150 200
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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Clean Room Solutions
Clean room applications impose particularly high requirements to the design of the
chosen furnace. If the complete furnace is operated in a clean room an essential
contamination of the clean room atmosphere must be avoided. Especially, the particle
contamination must be reduced to a minimum.

The specific application determines the choice of the required furnace technology.
In many cases forced convection furnaces are required to achieve the necessary
temperature uniformity at lower temperatures. For higher temperatures, Nabertherm
has also delivered many furnaces with radiant heating.

Furnace Installation in the Clean Room

If the complete furnace is supposed to be positioned in the clean room, then it is
important that both the furnace chamber and the furnace housing as well as the
controls provide for good protection against contamination. Surfaces must be
easy to clean. The furnace chamber is tightly sealed to the insulation behind it. KTR 8000 designed as a production
If necessary, additional equipment such as filters for the fresh air supply or the oven in the clean room with filters for air
air circulation in the furnace can be used to improve the cleanliness class. It is circulation

recommended to install the switchgear and the furnace controls outside the clean
room.

Furnace Installation in the Grey Room, Furnace Charging from the Clean Room
Optimal results with respect to cleanness will be achieved by placing the furnace in the grey room with
charging from the clean room. This significantly reduces the amount of costly space needed in the
clean room to a minimum. The front and the furnace interior in the clean room are designed for easy
cleaning. With this configuration even the highest clean room classes can be achieved.

Sluice Furnace between Grey Room and Clean Room

Logistics between clean room and grey room can often be easily sorted out. Lock furnaces with one
door in the grey room and the other door in the clean room are the perfect choice for these applications.
The inner chamber as well as the furnace front in the clean room will be especially designed for lowest
particle contamination.

Please contact us if you are looking for a heat treatment solution under clean room conditions. We would be pleased High-temperature furnace with loading
from the clean room; switchgear and
to quote for the oven or furnace model that meets best your requirements. furnace installed in grey room

Hot-wall retort furnace NRA 1700/06 with charging frame for installation in grey Forced convection chamber oven
room with charging door in clean room NAC 250/45 with clean room specs

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 Compact Tube Furnaces

RD 30/200/11

The RD tube furnaces convince with their unbeatable price-performance ratio, very compact outer dimensions and
their low weight. These all-rounders are equipped with a working tube which also serves as support for the heating
wires. Thus, the working tube is part of the furnace heating which has the advantage that the furnaces achieve very
high heat-up rates. The tube furnaces can be supplied for 1100 °C or 1300 °C.
Over-temperature limiter
Both models are designed for horizontal application. If the customer requires protective gas atmosphere, a separate
working tube incl. gas supply system 1, e.g. made of quartz glass, must be inserted in the working tube.

„„Tmax 1100 °C or 1300 °C

„„Dual shell housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Inner diameter of the tube: 30 mm, heated length: 200 mm
„„Working tube made of C 530 material including two fiber plugs as standard
„„Thermocouple type K (1100 °C) or type S (1300 °C)
„„Solid state relays provide for low-noise operation of the heating
„„Heating wires wound directly around the working tube resulting in very fast heat-up rates
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Gas supply system for non-flammable protective or reactive gas

Model Tmax Outer dimensions3 in mm Inner tube Ø Heated Length constant Connected Minutes Electrical Weight
length temperature +/- 5 K load in
°C1 W D H in mm in mm in mm1 kW to Tmax2 connection* kg
RD 30/200/11 1100 350 200 350 30 200 65 1.5 20 1-phase 12
RD 30/200/13 1300 350 200 350 30 200 65 1.5 25 1-phase 12
1
Values outside the tube. Difference to temperature inside the tube up to + 50 K *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
If connected at 230 V 1/N/PE rsp. 400 V 3/N/PE 3
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.

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Tube furnace R 170/1000/13

These compact tube furnaces with integrated control systems can be used
universally for many processes. Equipped with a standard working tube of C 530
ceramic and two fiber plugs, these tube furnaces have an unbeatable price/performance ratio.

„„Tmax 1200 °C or 1300 °C

„„Single-zoned design as standard
„„Dual shell housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1
or 2
„„Outer tube diameter of 50 mm to 170 mm, heated length from 250 mm to 1000 mm
„„Working tube of C 530 ceramic including two fiber plugs as standard equipment
„„Tmax 1200 °C: Type N thermocouple Tube furnace R 50/250/13 with gas supply
„„Tmax 1300 °C: Type S thermocouple system 2

„„Solid state relays provide for low­noise operation

„„Standard working tube see chart on page 51
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load
„„Charge control with temperature measurement in the working tube and in the furnace chamber outside the tube see
page 54
„„Three-zoned design (heated length from 500 mm)
„„Working tubes see chart on page 51
„„Please see page 52 for additional equipment
„„Gas supply systems for protective gas or vacuum operation see page 52
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control see page 75
Model Tmax Outer dimensions4 in mm Outer tube Ø Heated Length constant Tube length Connected Electrical Weight
length temperature +/- 5 K load
in mm1
°C1 W2 D H in mm in mm single-zoned three-zoned in mm kW connection* in kg
R 50/250/12 1200 434 340 508 50 250 80 - 450 1.6 1-phase 22
R 50/500/12 1200 670 340 508 50 500 170 250 700 2.33 1-phase 34
R 120/500/12 1200 670 410 578 120 500 170 250 700 6.5 3-phase 44
R 170/750/12 1200 920 460 628 170 750 250 375 1070 10.0 3-phase 74
R 170/1000/12 1200 1170 460 628 170 1000 330 500 1400 11.5 3-phase 89

R 50/250/13 1300 434 340 508 50 250 80 - 450 1.6 1-phase 22

R 50/500/13 1300 670 340 508 50 500 170 250 700 2.33 1-phase 34
R 120/500/13 1300 670 410 578 120 500 170 250 700 6.5 3-phase 44
R 170/750/13 1300 920 460 628 170 750 250 375 1070 10.0 3-phase 74
R 170/1000/13 1300 1170 460 628 170 1000 330 500 1400 11.5 3-phase 89
1
Values outside the tube. Difference to temperature inside the tube up to + 50 K *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
Without tube 4
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
3
Only valid for single-zone version
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 Tube Furnaces with Stand for Horizontal or Vertical Operation

Tube furnace RT 50-250/11 Tube furnace RT 50-250/13

These compact tube furnaces are used when laboratory experiments must be performed horizontally, vertically, or at
specific angles. The ability to configure the angle of tilt and the working height, and their compact design, also make
these tube furnaces suitable for integration into existing process systems.

„„Tmax 1100 °C, 1300 °C, or 1500 °C

„„Compact design
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Vertical or horizontal operation freely adjustable
„„Working height freely adjustable
„„Working tube made of C 530 ceramic
„„Type S thermocouple
„„Operation also possible separate from stand if safety guidelines are observed
„„Control system integrated in furnace base
„„Please see page 52 for additional equipment
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Model Tmax Outer dimensions2 in mm Inner tube Ø Heated Length constant Tube length Connected Electrical Weight
length temperature +/- 5 K load in
°C W1 D H in mm in mm in mm1 in mm kW connection* kg
RT 50-250/11 1100 350 380 740 50 250 80 360 1.8 1-phase 25
RT 50-250/13 1300 350 380 740 50 250 80 360 1.8 1-phase 25
RT 30-200/15 1500 445 475 740 30 200 70 360 1.8 1-phase 45
1
Values outside the tube. Difference to temperature inside the tube up to + 50 K *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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High-Temperature Tube Furnaces with SiC Rod Heating
Gas Atmosphere or Vacuum

These compact tube furnaces with SiC rod heating

and integrated switchgear and controller can be used
universally for many processes. With an easy to replace working tube
as well as additional standard equipment options, these furnaces are
flexible and can be used for a wide range of applications. The high-quality
fiber insulation ensures fast heating and cooling times. The SiC heating rods
installed parallel to the working tube ensure excellent temperature uniformity.
The price-performance ratio for this temperature range is unbeatable.

„„Tmax 1500 °C
„„Dual shell housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
Tube furnace RHTC 80-230/15 with manual
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic
gas supply system
according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Active cooling of housing for low surface temperatures
„„Type S thermocouple
„„Solid state relays provide for low-noise operation
„„Prepared for assembly of working tubes with water-cooled flanges
„„Ceramic tube, C 799 quality
„„Standard working tube see chart on page 51
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash
drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection
class 2 in accordance with EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the
furnace and load
„„Charge control with temperature measurement in the working tube and in the
furnace chamber outside the tube see page 54 Tube furnace RHTC 80-450/15

„„Fiber plugs
„„Check valve at gas outlet avoids intrusion of false air
„„Working tubes for operation with water-cooled flanges
„„Display of inner tube temperature with additional thermocouple
„„Alternative gas supply systems for protective gas or vacuum operation see page 52
„„Alternative working tubes see chart on page 51
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package for monitoring, documentation and control see
page 75

SiC rod heating

Model Tmax Outer dimensions4 in mm Outer tube Ø/ Heated Length constant Tube length Connected Electrical Weight
length temperature +/- 5 K load in
°C3 W D H in mm in mm in mm3 in mm kW connection* kg
RHTC 80-230/15 1500 600 440 585 80 230 80 600 7.5 3-phase2 50
RHTC 80-450/15 1500 820 440 585 80 450 150 830 11.3 3-phase1 70
RHTC 80-710/15 1500 1075 440 585 80 710 235 1080 13.8 3-phase1 90
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
Heating only between phase 1 and neutral 4
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
3
Values outside the tube. Difference to temperature inside the tube up to + 50 K
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 High-Temperature Tube Furnaces for Horizontal and Vertical Operation up to 1800 °C
Gas Atmosphere or Vacuum

The high-temperature tube furnaces are available in either horizontal (type RHTH)
or vertical (type RHTV) designs. High-quality insulation materials made of vacuum-formed
fiber plates enable energy-saving operation and a fast heating time due to low heat storage and heat
conductivity. By using different gas supply systems, operations can be performed under non-flammable or
Tube furnace RHTH 120/600/17
flammable protective or reactive gases or under vacuum.

„„Tmax 1600 °C, 1700 °C, or 1800 °C

„„MoSi2 heating elements, mounted vertically for easy replacement
„„Insulation with vacuum-formed ceramic fiber plates
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Rectangular outer housing with slots for convection cooling
„„Tube furnaces RHTV with frame for vertical operation
„„Dual shell housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
„„Ceramic working tube made of material C 799 incl. fiber plugs for operation under air
„„Type B thermocouple
„„Power unit with low-voltage transformer and thyristor
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal protection class 2 in accordance with
EN 60519-2 as temperature limiter to protect the furnace and load and with selectable maximum temperature
gradient as tube protection
„„Switchgear and control unit separate from furnace in separate floor standing cabinet
„„Standard working tube see chart on page 51
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
RHTV 50/150/17 vertical tube furnace
„„Controls description see page 72
with stand and gas supply system 2 as
additional equipment

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Additional equipment
„„Charge control with temperature measurement in the
working tube and in the furnace chamber outside the tube
see page 54
„„Display of inner tube temperature with additional
thermocouple
„„Gas tight flanges for protective gas and vacuum operation
„„Manual or automatic gas supply system
„„Three-zone control for optimization of
temperature uniformity (only tube
furnaces RHTH)
„„Check valve at gas outlet avoids
intrusion of false air
„„Alternative working tubes designed
for process requirements see chart on
page 51
„„For more additional equipment see
page 52
„„Process control and documentation via
VCD software package or Nabertherm
Control Center (NCC) for monitoring,
documentation and control see page 75

Tube furnace RHTV 120/480/16 LBS with working tube closed at one
side, protective gas and vacuum option as well as with electric screw
drive of the lift table

Over-temperature limiter

Tube furnace RHTH 120/600/18

Model Tmax Outer dimensions4 in mm Max. outer Heated Length constant Tube length Connected Electrical Weight
tube Ø length temperature +/- 5 K load
Horizontal design °C3 W2 D H in mm in mm in mm3 in mm W connection* in kg
RHTH 50/150/.. 1600 or 470 480 640 50 150 50 380 5.4 3-phase1 70
RHTH 80/300/.. 1700 or 620 550 640 80 300 100 530 9.0 3-phase1 90
RHTH 120/600/.. 1800 920 550 640 120 600 200 830 14.4 3-phase1 110

Model Tmax Outer dimensions4 in mm Max. outer Heated Length constant Tube length Connected Electrical Weight
tube Ø length temperature +/- 5 K load
Vertical design °C3 W D H2 in mm in mm in mm3 in mm kW connection* in kg
RHTV 50/150/.. 1600 or 500 650 510 50 150 30 380 5.4 3-phase1 70
RHTV 80/300/.. 1700 or 580 650 660 80 300 80 530 10.3 3-phase1 90
RHTV 120/600/.. 1800 580 650 960 120 600 170 830 19.0 3-phase1 110
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
Without tube 4
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
3
Values outside the tube. Difference to temperature inside the tube up to + 50 K
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 Split-Type Tube Furnaces for Horizontal or Vertical Operation up to 1300 °C
Gas Atmosphere or Vacuum

Tube furnace RSH 50/500/13

These tube furnaces can be used for horizontal (RSH) or vertical (RSV) operation. The split-type design makes it
easy to change the working tube. It allows for a comfortable exchange of various working tubes (e.g. working tubes
made of different materials).

Using the wide range of accessories these professional tube furnaces can be optimally tailored to your process.
By upgrading the furnaces with different gas supply systems the operation in a protective gas atmosphere, under
Tube furnace RSV 170/1000/11 with gas vacuum or under flammable protective or reactive gases is possible. Besides convenient standard controllers for
supply system 2
process control modern PLC control systems are also available.

„„Tmax 1100 °C or 1300 °C

„„Dual shell housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Tmax 1100 °C: Type N thermocouple
„„Tmax 1300 °C: Type S thermocouple
„„Frame for vertical operation (RSV)
„„Split-type design for simple insertion of the working tube
„„Working tube made of material C 530 incl. fiber plugs for operation under air in scope of delivery
Gas supply system for non-flammable
protective or reactive gas with shutoff
„„Heating elements on support tubes provide for free radiation
valve and flow meter with regulator valve, „„RSV: switchgear and control unit separate from furnace in own wall or
optionally with magnetic valve standing cabinet
„„RSH: switchgear and control unit integrated in
furnace housing
„„Standard working tube see chart on page 51
„„Defined application within the constraints of
the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm
controller: recording of process
data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Tube furnace RSH 120/1000/11S,

three-zone controlled, incl. zone separa- Tube furnace RS 120/750/13 with gas
tors to reach a temperature gradient supply system 4, hydrogen applications

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Additional equipment Tube furnace RSH 80/500/13 with gas tight
tube and water-cooled flanges
„„Charge control with temperature measurement in the working tube and in the furnace chamber outside the tube
see page 54
„„Display of inner tube temperature with additional thermocouple
„„Different gas supply systems for non-flammable or flammable protective or reactive gases and vacuum operation
see page 52
„„Three-zone control for optimization of temperature uniformity
„„Cooling systems for accelerated cooling of the working tube and charge
„„Check valve at gas outlet avoids intrusion of false air
„„Base frame with integrated switchgear and controller
„„Alternative working tubes designed for process requirements see chart on page 51
„„For more additional equipment see page 52
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package or Nabertherm Control Center (NCC) for
monitoring, documentation and control see page 75

Quartz glass and flanges for protective gas

operation as optional equipment

Model Tmax Outer dimensions5 in mm Max. outer Heated Length constant Tube length Connected load Electrical Weight
tube Ø length temperature +/- 5 K
in mm1 kW3 in
°C 1
W2
D H in mm in mm single zoned three zoned in mm 1100 °C 1300 °C connection* kg
RSH 50/250/.. 420 375 510 50 250 80 - 650 1.9 1.9 1-phase 25
RSH 50/500/.. 670 375 510 50 500 170 250 850 3.4 3.4 1-phase4 36
RSH 80/500/.. 670 445 580 80 500 170 250 850 6.6 6.6 3-phase4 46
RSH 80/750/.. 1100 920 495 630 80 750 250 375 1100 10.6 12.0 3-phase4 76
RSH 120/500/.. or 670 445 580 120 500 170 250 850 6.6 6.6 3-phase4 46
RSH 120/750/.. 1300 920 495 630 120 750 250 375 1100 10.6 12.0 3-phase4 76
RSH 120/1000/.. 1170 495 630 120 1000 330 500 1350 13.7 13.7 3-phase4 91
RSH 170/750/.. 920 495 630 170 750 250 375 1100 10.6 12.0 3-phase4 76
RSH 170/1000/.. 1170 495 630 170 1000 330 500 1350 13.7 13.7 3-phase4 91

RSV 50/250/.. 545 590 975 50 250 80 - 650 1.9 1.9 1-phase 25
RSV 50/500/.. 545 590 1225 50 500 170 250 850 3.4 3.4 3-phase4 36
RSV 80/500/.. 615 590 1225 80 500 170 250 850 6.6 6.6 3-phase4 46
RSV 80/750/.. 1100 665 590 1475 80 750 250 375 1100 10.6 12.0 3-phase4 76
RSV 120/500/.. or 615 590 1225 120 500 170 250 850 6.6 6.6 3-phase4 46
RSV 120/750/.. 1300 665 590 1475 120 750 250 375 1100 10.6 12.0 3-phase4 76
RSV 120/1000/.. 665 590 1725 120 1000 330 500 1350 13.7 13.7 3-phase4 91
RSV 170/750/.. 665 590 1475 170 750 250 375 1100 10.6 12.0 3-phase4 76
RSV 170/1000/.. 665 590 1725 170 1000 330 500 1350 13.7 13.7 3-phase4 91
1
Values outside the tube. Difference to temperature inside the tube up to + 50 K 3
At 415 volt
2
Without tube 4
At 3-phase execution an N conductor ist required (3/N/PE)
5
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request. *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
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 Rotary Tube Furnaces for Batch Operation up to 1100 °C

Rotary tube furnace RSRB 80/500/11 as tabletop version for batch operation

The rotary tube furnaces of the RSRB series are ideally suited for batch operation. The permanent rotation of the
working tube ensures that the charge is constantly in motion. Due to the special shape of the quartz reactor with the
tapered pipe ends the batch is kept in the rotary tube furnace and can be heat-treated an arbitrarily long time period
time; a controlled heating to the temperature profiles is also possible.

„„Tmax 1100 °C
„„Thermocouple type K
„„Dual shell housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
Connection set for vacuum operation „„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Tube furnace designed as table-top model with quartz glass reactor which opens on both sides, tapered ends
„„Reactor is removed for emptying out of the rotary tube furnace. Beltless drive and hinged furnace housing
(opening temperature < 180 °C) provide for very easy removal through
„„Adjustable drive of approx. 2-45 rpm
„„Switchgear and control unit separate from tube furnace in own wall or standing cabinet
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Three-zone control for the optimization of temperature uniformity
„„Temperature display unit in the working tube with measurement by means of an additional thermocouple
„„Charge control by means of an additional thermocouple in the working tube
Gas tight closing plug for tubes made of
„„Different gassing ensures good flushing of the charge with process gas through inlet on one side and outlet on
quartz glass closed at one side
other side of tube
„„Gas-tight rotary feedthrough for connection of the rotating reactor to a gas supply system

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 Rotary tube furnace tilted towards the right
side for charging and batch operation

Rotary tube furnace RSRB 120/500/11

„„Check valve at gas outlet avoids intrusion of false air

„„Vacuum design, up to 10-2 mbar depending on the applied pump
„„Open on both sides reactor made of quartz glass with knobs for better mixing of the charge in the tube
„„Package for improved charging and discharging of the working tube in the following design:
--Mixing reactor made of quartz glass with integrated blade for better mixing of the batch, closed on one side,
large opening on the other side
--Tilting mechanism to the left/to the right. For charging and heat treatment, the furnace is tilted towards the right
side until the stop so that the load is charged into the rotary tube furnace. For discharge, the furnace is tilted
towards the other side to discharge the powder from the reactor. It is no longer necessary to remove the reactor.
--Rotary tube furnace assembled on base with integrated switchgear and controller, incl. transport casters
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package or Nabertherm Control Center (NCC) for
monitoring, documentation and controlsee page 75

Rotary tube furnace tilted towards the left

side to discharge

Model Tmax Outer dimensions4 in mm Max. outer Ø Terminal Heated Length constant Tube length Connected Electrical Weight
(Table-top model) tube Ø end length Temperature +/- 5 K load in
in mm3
°C3 W D H in mm in mm in mm single zoned three zoned in mm kW connection* kg
RSRB 80-500/11 1100 1145 475 390 76 28 500 170 250 1140 3.7 1-phase 100
RSRB 80-750/11 1100 1395 475 390 76 28 750 250 375 1390 4.9 3-phase2 115
RSRB 120-500/11 1100 1145 525 440 106 28 500 170 250 1140 5.1 3-phase2 105
RSRB 120-750/11 1100 1395 525 440 106 28 750 250 375 1390 6.6 3-phase 1
120
RSRB 120-1000/11 1100 1645 525 440 106 28 1000 330 500 1640 9.3 3-phase1 125
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
Heating only between phase 1 and neutral 4
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
3
Values outside the tube. Difference to temperature inside the tube up to + 50 K
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 Rotary Tube Furnaces for Continuous Processes up to 1300 °C

The RSRC rotary tube furnaces are particularly

suitable for processes where continuously running
batch material is heated for a short time.

The rotary tube furnace is positioned slightly inclined

heated-up to the target temperature. The material is
then continuously supplied at the upper end of the
tube. It passes through the heated area of the tube
and falls on the lower end out of the tube. The time
of heat treatment results from the inclination angle,
the rotational speed and the length of the working
tube, as well as from the flow properties of the batch
material.

Equipped with the optional closed loading system

for 5 liter charge material incl. receptacle, the rotary
tube furnace can also be used for processes under
Rotary tube furnace RSRC 120/750/13
protective gas or vacuum.

Depending on process, charge and required maximum

temperature, different working tubes made of quartz glass, ceramics or metal are used (see page 50). This rotary
tube furnace is therefore highly adaptable for different processes.

„„Tmax 1100 °C
--Working tube made of quartz glass open at both sides
--Thermocouple type K
„„Tmax 1300 °C
--Open tube made of ceramics C 530
--Thermocouple type S
Screw-conveyor with adjustable speed „„Heating elements on support tubes provide for free radiation
„„Dual shell housing made of sheets of textured stainless steel
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2
„„Adjustable drive of approx. 2-45 rpm
„„Digital display unit for the tilting angle of the rotary tube furnace
„„Beltless drive and split-type furnace housing (opening temperature < 180 °C) provide for very easy tube removal
„„Compact system, rotary tube furnace positioned on a base frame with
--Manual spindle drive with crank to preset the tilting angle
--Switchgear and controls integrated
--Castors
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Screw-conveyors with different pitches for

the adaption to the charge

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Additional equipment
„„Three-zone control for the optimization
of temperature uniformity
„„Temperature display unit in the working tube
with measurement by means of an additional
thermocouple
„„Charge control by means of an additional
thermocouple in the working tube
„„Different gassing systems with good flushing
of the charge with process gas (also possible
with hydrogen) in counterflow (only in Rotary tube furnace
combination with feeding system below) RSRC 80/500/11 for processes
under protective gas or in
„„Vacuum design, up to 10-2 mbar depending on vacuum
the applied pump
„„Vibrating channel and extension piece on the
rotary tube for convenient material supply/removal, suitable for processes in normal atmosphere
„„Charging system for continuous material transport, consisting of:
--Stainless steel funnel incl. electric vibration generator to optimize the material feeding into the working tube
--Electrically driven screw-conveyor at the inlet of the working tube with 10, 20 or 40 mm pitch and adjustable
speed between 0.28 and 6 revolutions per minute, different gear transmissions for other speeds on request
--Collecting bottle made of laboratory glass at the outlet of the working tube
Vibrating channel on the rotary tube for
--Suitable for operation in gas atmosphere or vacuum convenient material feeding
„„Working tubes made of differents materials see page 50
„„Quartz glass batch reactors, Tmax 1100 °C
„„Higher temperatures up to 1500 °C available on request
„„Digital display unit for the tilting angle of the furnace
„„PLC controls for temperature control and the control of connected aggregates such as gearshift and speed of the
screw-conveyor, speed of the working tube, switching of the vibration generator, etc.
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package or Nabertherm Control Center (NCC) for
monitoring, documentation and control see page 75

Vibration generator at the charging funnel

for improved powder supply

Model Tmax Outer dimensions4 in mm Max. outer Heated Length constant Tube length Connected Electrical Weight
tube Ø length Temperature +/- 5 K in mm3 load in
°C3 W D H in mm in mm single zoned three zoned in mm kW connection* kg
RSRC 80-500/11 1100 2505 1045 1655 80 500 170 250 1540 3.7 1-phase 555
RSRC 80-750/11 1100 2755 1045 1655 80 750 250 375 1790 4.9 3-phase2 570
RSRC 120-500/11 1100 2505 1045 1715 110 500 170 250 1540 5.1 3-phase2 585
RSRC 120-750/11 1100 2755 1045 1715 110 750 250 375 1790 6.6 3-phase1 600
RSRC 120-1000/11 1100 3005 1045 1715 110 1000 330 500 2040 9.3 3-phase1 605

RSRC 80-500/13 1300 2505 1045 1655 80 500 170 250 1540 6.3 3-phase1 555
RSRC 80-750/13 1300 2755 1045 1655 80 750 250 375 1790 9.6 3-phase1 570
RSRC 120-500/13 1300 2505 1045 1715 110 500 170 250 1540 8.1 3-phase1 585
RSRC 120-750/13 1300 2755 1045 1715 110 750 250 375 1790 12.9 3-phase1 600
RSRC 120-1000/13 1300 3005 1045 1715 110 1000 330 500 2040 12.9 3-phase1 605
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
Heating only between phase 1 and neutral 4
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
3
Values outside the tube. Difference to temperature inside the tube up to + 50 K

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 Working Tubes
There are various working tubes available, depending on application and temperatures. The technical specifications
of the different working tubes are presented in the following table:

Material Tube outside Ø Max. heat-up ramp Tmax in air* Tmax in vacuum operation Gas tight
mm K/h °C °C
< 120 unlimited
C 530 (Sillimantin)1 1300 not possible no
from 120 200
< 120 300
C 610 (Pytagoras) 1
1400 1200 yes
from 120 200
< 120 300
C 799 (99.7 % Al2O3)1 1800 1400 yes
from 120 200
Quartz glass all unlimited 1100 950 yes
Various working tubes as option CrFeAl-Alloy all unlimited 1300 1100 yes
*The max. allowed temperature might be reduced operating under aggressive atmospheres
1
Tolerances with respect to form and position acc. to DIN 40680

Working Tubes for Rotary Tube Furnaces: Standard (l) and Options (¡)
Measurements Article No.1 Rotary tube furnace, continuous operation Batch operation
outer Ø x inner Ø x length work tube spare tube RSRC RSRB
1100 °C 1300 °C 1100 °C

120-1000

120-1000

120-1000
120-500

120-500

120-500
120-750

120-750

120-750
80-500

80-500

80-500
80-750

80-750

80-750
Ceramic tube C 530
80 x 65 x1540 mm 601405318 691404536 ¡ l
80 x 65 x 1790 mm 601405319 691404537 ¡ ¡ l ¡
80 x 65 x 2040 mm 601404701 691404538 ¡ ¡
110 x 95 x 1540 mm 601405320 691404539 ¡ l
110 x 95 x 1790 mm 601405321 691403376 ¡ l
110 x 95 x 2040 mm 601405322 691404540 ¡ l
Ceramic tube C 610
80 x 65 x1540 mm 601405313 691404541 ¡ ¡
80 x 65 x 1790 mm 601405314 691404542 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
80 x 65 x 2040 mm 601404707 691404543 ¡ ¡
110 x 95 x 1540 mm 601405315 691404544 ¡ ¡
110 x 95 x 1790 mm 601405316 691404561 ¡ ¡
110 x 95 x 2040 mm 601405317 691403437 ¡ ¡
Quartz glass tube
76 x 70 x 1540 mm 601405308 691404545 l ¡ ¡
76 x 70 x 1790 mm 601405309 691404546 l ¡ ¡ ¡
76 x 70 x 2040 mm 601404713 691404547 ¡ ¡
106 x 100 x 1540 mm 601405310 691403519 l ¡
106 x 100 x 1790 mm 601405311 691403305 l ¡
106 x 100 x 2040 mm 601405312 691404548 l ¡
Quartz glass tube with pimple
76 x 70 x 1540 mm 601405301 691404549 ¡ ¡
76 x 70 x 1790 mm 601405304 691404550 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
76 x 70 x 2040 mm 601404719 691404551 ¡ ¡
106 x 100 x 1540 mm 601405305 691404552 ¡ ¡
106 x 100 x 1790 mm 601405306 691403442 ¡ ¡
106 x 100 x 2040 mm 601405307 691404553 ¡ ¡
CrFeAl-Alloy
75 x 66 x 1540 mm 601405296 691405357 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
75 x 66 x 1790 mm 601405297 691405231 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
109 x 99 x 1540 mm 601405298 691403682 ¡ ¡
109 x 99 x 1790 mm 601405299 691403607 ¡ ¡
109 x 99 x 2040 mm 601405300 691405122 ¡ ¡
Quartz glas reactor
76 x 70 x 1140 mm 601402746 691402548 l ¡
76 x 70 x 1390 mm 601402747 691402272 l ¡
106 x 100 x 1140 mm 601402748 691402629 l
106 x 100 x 1390 mm 601402749 691402638 l
Quartz glass reactor with pimples
76 x 70 x 1140 mm 601404723 691402804 ¡ ¡
76 x 70 x 1390 mm 601404724 691403429 ¡ ¡
106 x 100 x 1140 mm 601404725 691403355 ¡
106 x 100 x 1390 mm 601404726 691403296 ¡
Quartz glass mixing reactor
76 x 70 x 1140 mm 601404727 691403407 ¡
76 x 70 x 1390 mm 601404728 691404554 ¡ ¡
106 x 100 x 1140 mm 601404732 691404557 ¡
106 x 100 x 1390 mm 601404733 691404558 ¡
l Standard working tube 1
Tubes/reactors incl. mounted sleeves for connection to the rotary drive. Spare tubes come without sleeves.
¡ Working tube available as an option

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Working Tubes: Standard (l) and Options (¡)
Working tube Article No. Model
outer Ø x inner Ø x length R RSH/RSV RHTC RHTH RHTV

120-1000
170-1000

170-1000
120-500

120-500

120-600

120-600
120-750
170-750

170-750
50-250

50-500

50-250

50-500

80-500

80-230

80-450

80-300

80-300
80-750

50-150

50-150
80-710
C 530
40 x 30 x 450 mm 692070274 ¡ ¡
40 x 30 x 700 mm 692070276 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
50 x 40 x 450 mm 692070275 l l
50 x 40 x 700 mm 692070277 l ¡ l ¡
60 x 50 x 650 mm 692070106
60 x 50 x 850 mm 692070305 ¡ ¡ ¡
60 x 50 x 1100 mm 692070101 ¡ ¡
70 x 60 x 1070 mm 692070048
80 x 70 x 650 mm 692070036
80 x 70 x 850 mm 692070108 ¡ l ¡
80 x 70 x 1100 mm 692070109 ¡ l ¡
95 x 80 x 1070 mm 692070049
120 x 100 x 850 mm 692070110 l l
120 x 100 x 1100 mm 692070111 ¡ l ¡
120 x 100 x 1350 mm 692070131 ¡ l
120 x 100 x 1400 mm 692070279
170 x 150 x 1100 mm 692071659 l l
170 x 150 x 1350 mm 692071660 l l
Vacuum tube¹ C 610
50 x 40 x 650 mm 692070207 ¡ ¡
50 x 40 x 900 mm 691405352 ¡ ¡
60 x 50 x 1030 mm 692070179
60 x 50 x 1230 mm 692070180 ¡ ¡ ¡
60 x 50 x 1480 mm 692070181 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
80 x 70 x 1230 mm 692070182 ¡ ¡ ¡
80 x 70 x 1480 mm 692070183 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
120 x 100 x 1230 mm 692070184 ¡ ¡
120 x 100 x 1480 mm 692070185 ¡ ¡ ¡
120 x 100 x 1730 mm 692070186 ¡ ¡ ¡
170 x 150 x 1480 mm 692070187 ¡ ¡
170 x 150 x 1730 mm 692070188 ¡ ¡
C 799
50 x 40 x 380 mm 692071664 l l
50 x 40 x 450 mm 691403622 ¡
50 x 40 x 530 mm 692071665 ¡ ¡
50 x 40 x 690 mm 692071714 ¡
50 x 40 x 830 mm 692070163 ¡ ¡
80 x 70 x 600 mm 692070600 l
80 x 70 x 830 mm 692071670 l ¡ ¡
80 x 70 x 530 mm 692071669 l l
80 x 70 x 1080 mm 692071647 l
120 x 105 x 830 mm 692071713 l l
Vacuum tube¹ C 799
50 x 40 x 990 mm 692070149 ¡ ¡
50 x 40 x 1140 mm 692070176 ¡ ¡
50 x 40 x 1440 mm 692070177 ¡ ¡
80 x 70 x 990 mm 692070190 ¡
80 x 70 x 1140 mm 692070148 ¡ ¡
80 x 70 x 1210 mm 692070191 ¡ ¡ ¡
80 x 70 x 1470 mm 692070192 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
80 x 70 x 1440 mm 692070178 ¡ ¡
120 x 105 x 1440 mm 692070147 ¡ ¡
Vacuum tube² APM
75 x 66 x 1090 mm 691402564
75 x 66 x 1290 mm 691402565 ¡
75 x 66 x 1540 mm 691400835 ¡ ¡
115 x 104 x 1290 mm 691402566 ¡
115 x 104 x 1540 mm 691402567 ¡ ¡
115 x 104 x 1790 mm 691402568 ¡
164 x 152 x 1540 mm 691402569 ¡
164 x 152 x 1790 mm 691402570 ¡
Vacuum quartz glass tube
50 x 40 x 650 mm 691403182 ¡ ¡
50 x 40 x 900 mm 691406024 ¡ ¡
60 x 54 x 1030 mm 691404422
60 x 54 x 1230 mm 691404423 ¡ ¡ ¡
60 x 54 x 1480 mm 691404424 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
80 x 74 x 1230 mm 691404425 ¡ ¡ ¡
80 x 74 x 1480 mm 691404426 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
120 x 114 x 1230 mm 691404427 ¡ ¡
120 x 114 x 1480 mm 691404428 ¡ ¡ ¡
120 x 114 x 1730 mm 691404429 ¡ ¡ ¡
170 x 162 x 1480 mm 691404430 ¡ ¡
170 x 162 x 1730 mm 691404431 ¡ ¡
¹With grinded tube ends for the use with water-cooled end flanges l Standard working tube
²With attached holder for gas tight flange ¡ Working tube available as an option

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 Gas Supply Systems/Vacuum Operation for Tube Furnaces

When equipped with various equipment packages, the tube furnace product lines can be adapted for operation with
nonflammable or flammable gasses or for vacuum operation.

Gas Supply System 1 for non-flammable protective or reactive gases

Not gastight, no vacuum operation
This package represents a basic version sufficient for many applications, for operation with non-flammable
protective or reactive gasses. The standard working tube made of ceramic C 530 delivered with the furnace can still
Gas supply system 1:
be used.
Fiber plugs with protective gas connection,
suitable for many laboratory applications „„Available for tube furnaces RD, R, RT, RSH and RSV
„„Standard working tube can be used
„„2 plugs made of porous, non-classified ceramic fiber incl. protective gas connections
„„Gas supply system for nonflammable protective gas (Ar, N2, forming gas, others on request) with shutoff valve
and flow meter with control valve, optionally with magnetic valve. One gas intake pressure at 300 mbar to be
provided by customer.

Additional equipment
„„Extension of gas supply system with a second or third nonflammable type of gas
„„Bottle pressure regulator for use with bottled gas
„„Automatic switching on/off by means of the program segments of the controller, only possible with control
systems which include programmable extra functions
Water-cooled stainless steel flange
Gas Supply System 2 for non-flammable protective or reactive gases/vacuum operation
For increased atmospheric purity requirements in the working tube, we recommend this gas supply system. The
system can also be equipped for vacuum operation.

„„Available for tube furnaces R, RSH, RSV, RSRB, RSRC, RHTC, RHTH, RHTV
„„Gas supply system for nonflammable protective gas (Ar, N2, forming gas, others on request) with shutoff valve
and flow meter with control valve, optionally with magnetic valve. One gas intake pressure at 300 mbar to be
provided by customer.
„„Additional equipment for static tube furnaces:
--Longer, gas tight working tube of ceramic C 610 for furnaces to 1300 °C or of C 799 for temperatures above
1300 °C
--2 vacuum-tight, water-cooled stainless steel flanges with fittings on the outlet side (cooling water supply with
NW9 hose connector to be provided by the customer)
--Mounting system on furnace for the flanges
„„Additional equipment for RSRC models (continuous operation): charging system
„„Additional Equipment for RSRB models: gas-tight rotarylead-outs on gas inlet and outlet, gas cooler and gas
Gas supply system for non-flammable
protective or reactive gas with shutoff outlet valve
valve and flow meter with regulator valve,
optionally with magnetic valve
Additional equipment
„„Extension of gas supply system with a second or third nonflammable type of gas
„„Bottle pressure regulator for use with bottled gas
„„Automatic switching on/off by means of the program segments of the controller, only possible with control
systems which include programmable extra functions
„„Gas-supply programmable via mass-flow controllers (only in combination with PLC-controls)
„„Process tubes made of different materials
„„Quick-locks for watercooled flanges
„„Cooling unit for closed loop water circuit
„„Window for charge observation in combination with gas tight flanges

* Country-specific guidelines with respect to the possible gas mixing ration have to be considered
Observation window as additional equip-
ment for gas tight flanges

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Vacuum Operation
„„Vacuum package for evacuation of the working tube, consisting of connector for the gas outlet, ball valve,
manometer, manually operated rotary vane vacuum pump with corrugated stainless steel hose connected to the
gas outlet, max. attainable end pressure in working tube depending on pump type
„„Pumps for max. final pressure of up to 10-5 mbar (models RSRB/RSRC up to
10‑2 mbar) on request see page 53
„„The decrease in strength of the working tube at high temperatures limits the
maximum operating temperature under vacuum see page 50

Gas Supply System 4 for hydrogen, fully-auto-

matic, unattended operation
Adding gas supply system 4 to the tube furnace allows operation
under a hydrogen atmosphere. During hydrogen operation, a
safety pressure of approx. 30 mbar is ensured in the working tube.
Surplus hydrogen is burnt off in an exhaust gas torch. With extended
safety logic and an integrated nitrogen purge container, the system can be
used for fully-automatic, unattended operation. Equipped with a Safety-PLC control system,
pre-purging, hydrogen inlet, operation, fault monitoring and purging at the end of the process are carried out
automatically. In case of default, the tube is immediately purged with nitrogen and the system is automatically
switched to a safe status. RHTH 120-600/18 with gas supply system4
for hydrogen operation
„„Available for tube furnaces RSH, RSV, RSRC, RHTH and RHTV
„„Safety system for operation with flammable gases including monitoring of torch function and overpressure
„„Extended safety control system with emergency tube purging in case of default
„„Emergency purge container
„„Safety-PLC control system with touchpanel for data input
„„Exhaust gas torch
„„Pressure switch for monitoring the safety pressure
„„Gas supply system for H2 and N2. Volume adjustment is carried out by hand (the customer provides an H2 supply
Water-cooled end flange with quick con-
at 1 bar, an N2 supply at 10 bar, an O2 supply at 6-8 bar and a propan supply at 300 mbar) nectors as additional equipment

Additional equipment
„„Gas supply system extension for additional nonflammable gas types
„„Operation with other flammable gases on request
„„Bottle pressure reducer for use with bottled gas
„„Cooling unit for closed loop water circuit
„„Vacuum packages (with hydrogen operation, this package can only be used for pre-evacuation)
„„Gas supply via program-dependent, controllable mass flow controllers

Vacuum pump stand for operation up to

10-5 mbar
Vacuum Pumps
With respect to the final pressure different pumps are available see page 67:
„„Single-step rotary piston pump for a max. final pressure of approx. 20 mbar.
„„Two-step rotary piston pump for a max. final pressure of approx. 10-2 mbar.
„„Turbomolecular pump stand (rotary vane pump with following turbomolecular pump for a max. final pressure of
10-5 mbar.
„„Independent pressure gauge for a pressure range of 10-3 mbar or 10-9 mbar as additional equipment

Information:
Independent pressure gauge for a pressure
For protection of the vacuum pump only cold stage evacuation is allowed. range of 10-3 mbar or 10-9 mbar

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 Control Alternatives for Tube Furnaces

Three-Zone Furnace Chamber Control

The temperature is measured by thermocouples positioned outside of the working tube, one in the middle and two
on the sides. The outer zones are controlled with a setpoint-offset in relation to the middle zone. This allows the heat
loss at the ends of the tube to be compensated to ensure an extended zone of constant temperature (+/- 5 K).

Furnace Chamber Control

with temperature measurement in furnace chamber outside the working tube.
Three-Zone Furnace Chamber Control
„„Advantages: Thermocouple protected against damage and aggressive load, very even control, attractive price
„„Disadvantage: Temperature difference between displayed temperature on the controller and inside the tube

Extension Package for Furnace Chamber Control

with additional temperature measurement in the working tube and display of the measured temperature

Charge Control
with temperature measurement both in the furnace chamber outside the working tube as well as in the working tube.
Furnace control „„Advantages: Very precise and rapid control adjustment
„„Disadvantage: Costs

Furnace Chamber vs. Charge Control Comparison

Furnace Chamber Control

Only the furnace chamber temperature is measured and controlled. Regulation is carried out slowly to avoid out-
Charge control of-range values. As the charge temperature is not measured and controlled, it may vary a few degrees from the
chamber temperature.
1. Furnace setpoint value
2. Actual value furnace chamber, 1-zone Charge Control
3. Actual value furnace chamber, 3-zone
4. Actual value furnace chamber If the charge control is switched on, both the charge temperature and furnace chamber temperature are measured.
5. Actual value load/bath/muffle/retort By setting different parameters the heat-up and cooling processes can be individually adapted. This results in a
6. Charge setpoint value more precise temperature control at the charge.

Sintering under hydrogen in a tube furnace

of RHTH product line

Thermocouple for charge control in the RHTH 120/600/18 furnace

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 Customized Tube Furnaces

Tube furnace RS 200/4500/08 with lift door for RS 460/1000/16S for integration in a
heat treatment of bars production plant

With their high level of flexibility and innovation, Nabertherm offers the optimal solution for customer-specific
applications.

Based on our standard models, we develop individual solutions also for integration in overriding process
systems. The solutions shown on this page are just a few examples of what is feasible. From working
under vacuum or protective gas via innovative control and automation technology for a wide selection of
temperatures, sizes, lenghts and other properties of tube furnace systems – we will find the appropriate
solution for a suitable process optimization.

RS 120/1000/11S with bogie for different

inclination angles

RS 100/250/11S in split-type design for

integration into a test stand

RS 250/2500/11S, five-zone controlled, for wire annealing in high-vacuum or under protective gases, incl. forced cooling and exhaust
hood
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 Melting Furnaces

Melting furnace KC 2/15

These compact melting furnaces for the melting of non-ferrous metals and alloys are one of a kind
and have a number of technical advantages. Designed as tabletop models, they can be used for many
laboratory applications. The practical counter balanced hinge with shock absorbers and the spout (not
for KC) on the front of the furnace make exact dosing easy when pouring the melt. The melting furnaces
are available for furnace chamber temperatures of 1000, 1300, or 1500 °C. This corresponds to melt
Melting furnace K 4/10 temperatures of about 80 °C - 110 °C lower.

„„Tmax 1000 °C, 1300 °C, or 1500 °C, with melt temperature about 80 °C - 110 °C lower
„„Crucible sizes of 0,75, 1,5 or 3 liters
„„Crucible with integrated pouring spout of iso-graphite included with delivery
„„Additional spout (not for KC), mounted at the furnace for exact pouring
„„Compact bench-top design, simple emptying of crucible by tiltiing system with gas damper
„„Crucible for heating up of melting furnace insulated with a hinged lid, lid opened when pouring
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Other crucible types available, e.g. steel
„„Design as bale-out furnace without tilting device, e.g. for lead melting
„„Over-temperature limiter for the furnace chamber with automatic reset to protect against overtemperature. The
limit controller switches off the heating when the pre-set limit temperature has been reached and does not switch
it on again until the temperature falls below the setting again.
„„Observation hole for melt

Model Tmax Crucible Volume Outer dimensions4 in mm Connected Electrical Weight

°C in l W D H load kW connection* in kg
K 1/10 1000 A6 0.75 520 680 660 3.0 1-phase 85
K 2/10 1000 A10 1.50 520 680 660 3.0 1-phase 90
Melting furnace KC 2/15 K 4/10 1000 A25 3.00 570 755 705 3.6 1-phase 110

K 1/132 1300 A6 0.75 520 680 660 3.0 1-phase 120

K 2/132 1300 A10 1.50 520 680 660 3.0 1-phase 125
K 4/132 1300 A25 3.00 570 755 705 5.5 3-phase1 170

KC 1/153 1500 A6 0.75 580 630 580 10.5 3-phase 170

KC 2/153 1500 A10 1.50 580 630 580 10.5 3-phase 170
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
2
Outer dimensions of furnace, transformer in separate housing (500 x 570 x 300 mm)
3
Switchgear and controller mounted in a floor standing cabinet
4
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
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Fast-Firing Furnaces
These fast-firing furnaces are ideal for simulation of typical fast-firing processes up to a maximum firing temperature
of 1300 °C. The combination of high performance, low thermal mass and powerful cooling fans provides for cycle
times from cold to cold up to 35 minutes with an opening temperature of approx. 300 °C.

„„Tmax 1300 °C
„„Very compact design
„„Ceramic grid tubes as charge support
„„Floor and lid heating
„„Two-zone control, bottom and lid
„„Integrated cooling fans, programmable to speed up charge cooling including housing cooling
„„Programmable lid opening of approximately 60 mm for faster cooling without activating the fan
„„Thermocouple type S for top and bottom zone
„„Castors for easy furnace moving
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72 Fast-firing furnace LS 25/13

Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Volume Outer dimensions2 in mm Connected Electrical Weight
°C w d h in l W D H load kW connection* in kg
LS 12/13 1300 350 350 40 12 750 880 1090 15 3-phase1 150
LS 25/13 1300 500 500 100 25 900 1030 1150 22 3-phase1 160
1
Heating only between two phases *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
Firing curves of fast-firing furnaces
2
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
LS 12/13 and LS 25/13

Gradient or Lab Strand Annealing Furnaces

The furnace chamber of the gradient furnace GR 1300/13 is divided in six control zones of equal length.
The temperature in each of the six heating zones is separately controlled. The gradient furnace is usually
charged from the side through the parallel swivel door. A maximum temperature gradient of 400 °C can then
be stabilized over the heated length of 1300 mm. On request the furnace also is designed as a lab strand
annealing furnace with a second door on the opposite side. If the included fiber separator are used charging
is carried-out from the top.

„„Tmax 1300 °C
„„Heated length: 1300 mm
„„Heating elements on support tubes providing for free heat radiation in the kiln chamber
„„Charging from the top or through the right side door
„„Gas damper suspension of the lid
„„6-zone control Gradient furnace GR 1300/13S
„„Separate control of heating zones (each 160 mm long)
„„Temperature gradient of 400 °C over the entire length of the kiln chamber, each zone can individually be controlled
„„Fiber separators dividing the chamber in six equally sized chambers
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Up to ten control zones
„„Second parallel swivel door for use as lab strand annealing furnace
„„Vertical instead of horizontal strand furnace
„„Process control and documentation via Nabertherm Control Center (NCC) for monitoring, documentation and control
see page 75
Furnace chamber of gradient furnace
Model Tmax Inner dimensions in mm Outer dimensions1 in mm Connected Electrical Weight GR 1300/13 with second door as additional
°C w d h W D H load kW connection* in kg equipment
GR 1300/13 1300 1300 100 60 1660 740 1345 18 3-phase 300
1
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.
*Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
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 Hot-Wall Retort Furnaces up to 1100 °C

Schematic presentation of a hot-wall retort furnace with additional equipment

1 Retort
2 Heating
3 Insulation
4 Gas management system
5 Vacuum pump
6 Fan for indirect cooling
7 Outlet indirect cooling
8 Exhaust torch
9 Fan for gas circulation (NRA models)
10 Charging frame
11 Emergency flushing container

These gas tight retort furnaces are equipped with direct or indirect
heating depending on temperature. They are perfectly suited for
various heat treatment processes requiring a defined protective
or a reaction gas atmosphere. These compact models can also be
laid out for heat treatment under vacuum up to 600 °C. The furnace
chamber consists of a gas tight retort with water cooling around the
door to protect the special sealing. With the corresponding safety
technology, retort furnaces are also suitable for applications under
reaction gases, such as hydrogen or, in combination with the IDB
package, for inert debinding or for pyrolysis processes.

Different model versions are available depending on the temperature range:

Models NRA ../06 with Tmax 650 °C

„„Heating elements located inside the retort
„„Temperature uniformity up to +/- 5 °C inside the work space see page 71
„„Retort made of 1.4571
„„Gas circulation fan in the back of the retort provides for optimal temperature uniformity
„„Insulation made of mineral wool
Inside heating in retort furnaces NRA ../06
Models NRA ../09 with Tmax 950 °C
Design like models NRA ../06 with following differences:
„„Outside heating with heating elements around the retort
„„Retort made of 1.4828
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2

Models NR ../11 with Tmax 1100 °C

Design like models NRA ../09 with following differences:
„„Retort made of 1.4841
„„Without gas-circulation
Tension [MPa]

Material 1
Material 2
Material 3

Temperature [°C]

Short and long-term durability of retort materials

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 Retort furnace NRA 25/09 Retort furnace NRA 150/09 with controls
H1700 and bayonet door lock

Basic version
„„Compact housing in frame design with removable stainless steel sheets
„„Controls and gas supply integrated in the furnace housing
„„Welded charging supports in the retort resp. air-baffle box in the furnaces with atmosphere circulation
„„Swivel door hinged on right side
„„Open cooling water system
„„Depending on furnace volume for 950 °C- and 1100 °C-models the control system is divided in one or more
heating zones
„„Furnace temperature control with measurement outside the retort
„„Gas supply system for one non-flammable protective or reaction gas with flow meter and magnetic valve
„„Port for vacuum pump for cold evacuation
„„Operation under vacuum up to 600 °C with optional single-stage rotary vane pump
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive
„„Controls description see page 72

Additional equipment
„„Upgrade for other non-flammable gases, H2 version for flammable gases see page 60
„„Automatic gas injection, including MFC flow controller for alternating volume flow, controlled with process control Vacuum pump for cold evacuation of the
retort
H3700, H1700
„„Vacuum pump for evacuating of the retort up to 600 °C, attainable vacuum up to 10-5 mbar subject to selected
pump
„„Indirect cooling see page 69
„„Direct cooling see page 69
„„Heat exchanger with closed-loop cooling water circuit for door cooling
„„Measuring device for residual oxygen content
„„Door heating
„„Temperature control as charge control with temperature measurement inside and outside the retort
„„Retort, made of 2.4633 for Tmax 1150 °C
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package or Nabertherm Control Center (NCC) for Process control H3700 for automatic
version
monitoring, documentation and control see page 75

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 Hot-Wall Retort Furnaces up to 1100 °C

IDB Version for Debinding under

Non-flammable Protective Gases or for
Pyrolysis Processes
The retort furnaces of the NR and NRA
product line are perfectly suited for
debinding under non-flammable protective
gases or for pyrolysis processes. The IDB
version of the retort furnaces implements
a safety concept by controlled inerting the
furnace chamber with a protective gas.
Exhaust gases are burned in a termal post
combustion. Both the purging and the torch
function are monitored to ensure a safe
operation.

Retort furnace NRA 400/03 IDB with

thermal post combustion system

„„Process control under monitored overpressure

„„Process control H1700 with PLC controls and graphic touch panel for data input
„„Monitored gas pre-pressure of the process gas
„„Bypass for safe flushing of furnace chamber with inert gas
„„Thermal post combustion of exhaust gases

H2 Version for Operation with Flammable Process Gases

When a flammable process gas like hydrogen is used, the retort furnace is additionally equipped with the required
safety technology. Only certified and industry proven safety sensors are used. The furnace is controlled by a fail-safe
PLC control system (S7- 300F/safety controller).

„„Supply of flammable process gas at controlled overpressure of 50 mbar relative

Retort furnace NRA 300/09 H2 for heat „„Certified safety concept
treatment under hydrogen
„„Process control H3700 with PLC controls and graphic touch panel for data input
„„Redundant gas inlet valves for hydrogen
„„Monitored pre-pressures of all process gases
„„Bypass for safe flushing of furnace chamber with inert gas
„„Torch for thermal post combustion of exhaust gases
„„Emergency flood container for purging the furnace in case of failore

Model Tmax Model Tmax Work space dimensions in mm Useful volume Electrical
°C °C w d h in l connection*
NRA 17/.. 650 or 950 NR 17/11 1100 225 350 225 17 3-phase
NRA 25/.. 650 or 950 NR 25/11 1100 225 500 225 25 3-phase
NRA 50/.. 650 or 950 NR 50/11 1100 325 475 325 50 3-phase
NRA 75/.. 650 or 950 NR 75/11 1100 325 700 325 75 3-phase
NRA 150/.. 650 or 950 NR 150/11 1100 450 750 450 150 3-phase
NRA 200/.. 650 or 950 NR 200/11 1100 450 1000 450 200 3-phase
NRA 300/.. 650 or 950 NR 300/11 1100 590 900 590 300 3-phase
NRA 400/.. 650 or 950 NR 400/11 1100 590 1250 590 400 3-phase
NRA 500/.. 650 or 950 NR 500/11 1100 720 1000 720 500 3-phase
Charging of the retort furnace NRA 300/06 NRA 700/.. 650 or 950 NR 700/11 1100 720 1350 720 700 3-phase
with a pallet truck NRA 1000/.. 650 or 950 NR 1000/11 1100 870 1350 870 1000 3-phase
*Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage
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 Hot-wall retor furnace NRA 1700/06 with chargin frame. For grey
room/clean room installation for heat treatment of glass under
protective gases.

With their high level of flexibility and innovation, Nabertherm offers the optimal
solution for customer-specific applications.

Based on our standard models, we develop individual solutions also for integration in
overriding process systems. The solutions shown on this page are just a few examples
of what is feasible. From working under vacuum or protective gas via innovative
control and automation technology for a wide selection of temperatures, sizes, lenghts
and other properties of retort furnaces – we will find the appropriate solution for a
suitable process optimization.

Hot-wall retort furnace NRA 1700/06 for steel annealing under

nitrogen

Hot-wall retort furnace NRA 3300/06 with automatic door

opening for the integration in a fully automatic quench & temper
plant

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 Bottom Loading Retort Furnaces up to 1100 °C

Gas management system at

bottom loading retort furnace
LBR 300/11 H2

Bottom loading retort furnace The bottom loading retort furnaces of the LBR series are suitable for production processes that are carried out in
LBR 300/11 H2 with safety technology for
protective/reaction gas atmosphere. With regard to the basic performance data, these models are constructed like
operation with Hydrogen as process gas
the SR models. Their size and design with electro-hydraulically driven lifting bottom make it easier to load heavy
duties. The retort furnaces are available in different sizes and designs.

Basic version (all models)

„„Tmax 650 °C, 950 °C or 1100 °C
„„Frame-mounted housing with stainless steel sheets
„„Charging from the front
„„Electro-hydraulically driven furnace bottom
„„Gas supply system for a non-flammable protective gas or reaction gas with flow meter and solenoid valve
„„Temperature control designed as furnace chamber control
„„Connection possibility for an optional vacuum pump (cold evacuation or operation up to 600 °C under vacuum)
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions
„„NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controllers: recording of process data with USB flash drive

Additional equipment, H2 version and IDB version see models NR and NRA

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Cold-Wall Retort Furnaces up to 2400 °C or up to 3000 °C
Compared with the VHT models (page 64 ff), the retort furnaces
of the SVHT product line offer improved performance data with
regard to achievable vacuum and maximum temperature. Due to
the design as pit-type furnace with tungsten heating, processes
up to max. 2400 °C even in high vacuum can be implemented with
retort furnaces of the SVHT..-W product line. Retort furnaces
of the SVHT..-GR product line with graphite heating, also in
pit-type design, can be operated in an inert gas atmosphere
even up to max. 3000 °C.

„„Standard sizes with a furnace chamber of 2 or 9 liters

„„Designed as pit-type furnace, charged from above
„„Frame construction with inserted sheets of textured stainless
steel
„„Dual shell water-cooled stainless steel container
„„Manual operation of process gas and vacuum functions
„„Manual gas supply for non-combustible process gas
„„A step in front of the retort furnace for an ergonomic charging
height
„„Retort lid with gas-charged shock absorbers
„„Controls and switchgear as well as gas supply integrated in
furnace housing
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating
instructions
„„Further standard product characteristics see description for standard design of VHT models page 64
Retort furnace SVHT 9/24-W with tungsten
heating

Heating Options

SVHT ..-GR
„„Applicable for processes:
--Under protective or reaction gases or in the vacuum up to 2200 °C under consideration of relevant max.
temperature limits
--Under inert gas argon up to 3000 °C
„„Max. vacuum up to 10-4 mbar depending on the type of pump used Graphite heating module
„„Heating: graphite heating elements in cylindrical arrangement
„„Insulation: graphite felt insulation
„„Temperature measurement by means of an optical pyrometer

SVHT ..-W
„„Applicable for processes under protective or reaction gases or in vacuum up to 2400 °C
„„Max. vacuum up to 10-5 mbar depending on the type of pump used
„„Heating: cylindrical tungsten heating module
„„Insulation: tungsten and molybdenum radiant plates Cylindrical retort with tungsten heating
„„Optical temperature measurement with pyrometer

Additional equipment such as automatic process gas control or design for the operation with flammable gases incl.
safety system see VHT models page 64.

Model Tmax Work space dimensions Useful volume Outer dimensions2 in mm Heating power Electrical
°C Ø x h in mm in l W D H in KW1 connection*
SVHT 2/24-W 2400 150 x 150 2.5 1300 2500 2000 55 3-phase
SVHT 9/24-W 2400 230 x 230 9.5 1400 2900 2100 95 3-phase

SVHT 2/30-GR 3000 150 x 150 2.5 1400 2750 2100 65 3-phase
SVHT 9/30-GR 3000 230 x 230 9.5 1500 2900 2100 90 3-phase
1
Depending on furnace design connected load might be higher *Please see page 73 for more information about supply voltage Cooling water distribution
2
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request. 63
 Cold-Wall Retort Furnaces up to 2400 °C

Retort furnace VHT 500/22-GR H2 with The compact retort furnaces of the VHT product line are available as electrically heated chamber furnaces with
CFC-process box and extension package
graphite, molybdenum, tungsten or MoSi2 heating. A wide variety of heating designs as well as a complete range of
for operation under hydrogen
accessories provide for optimal retort furnace configurations even for sophisticated applications.

The vacuum-tight retort allows heat treatment processes either in protective and reaction gas atmospheres or in a
vacuum, subject to the individual furnace specs to 10-5 mbar. The basic furnace is suited for operation with non-
flammable protective or reactive gases or under vacuum. The H2 version provides for operation under hydrogen or
other flammable gases. Key of the specification up is a certified safety package providing for a safe operation at all
times and triggers an appropriate emergency program in case of failure.

Alternative Heating Specifications

In general the following variants are available wit respect to the process requirements:
Graphite heating chamber
VHT ../..-GR with Graphite Insulation and Heating
„„Suitable for processes under protective and reaction gases or under vacuum
„„Tmax 1800 °C , 2200 °C or 2400 °C (VHT 40/.. - VHT 100/..)
„„Max. vacuum up to 10-4 mbar depending on pump type used
„„Graphite felt insulation

VHT ../..-MO or VHT ../..-W with Molybdenum or Tungsten Heating

„„Suitable for high-purity processes under protective and reaction gases or under high vacuum
„„Tmax 1200 °C, 1600 °C or 1800 °C (see table)
Molybdenum or tungsten heating chamber „„Max. vacuum up to 10-5 mbar depending on pump type used
„„Insulation made of molybdenum rsp. tungsten radiation sheets

VHT ../..-KE with Fiber Insulation and Heating through Molybdenum Disilicide Heating Elements
„„Suitable for processes under protective and reaction gases, in air or under vacuum
„„Tmax 1800 °C
„„Max. vacuum up to 10-2 mbar (up to 1300 °C) depending on pump type
„„Insulation made of high purity aluminum oxide fiber
„„Only fiber materials are used which are not classified as carcinogenic according to TRGS 905, class 1 or 2

Molybdenumdisilicide heater and fiber

insulation
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 Schematic presentation of a cold-wall retort furnace with additional
equipment

1 Retort
2 Heating
3 Insulation
4 Gas management system
5 Vacuum pump
6 Cooling water distribution
7 Controls
8 Integrated switchgear
9 Heating transformer
10 Charging frame inside the inner process chamber

Basic version
„„Standard furnace sizes 8 - 500 liters
„„Water-cooled retort made of stainless steel
„„Frame made of stable steel profiles, easy to service due to easily removable stainless steel
panels
„„Housing of the VHT 8 model on castors for easy repositioning of furnace
„„Cooling water manifold with manual tap, automatic flow monitoring, open-loop cooling water
system
„„Adjustable cooling water circuits with flowmeter and temperature indicator
and overtemperature protection Retort furnace VHT 8/16‑MO with automa-
„„Switchgear and controller integrated in furnace housing tion package
„„Process control with controller P470
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature for thermal
protection class 2 in accordance with EN 60519-2
„„Manual operation of the process gas and vacuum functions
„„Manual gas supply for one process gas (N2 , Ar or non-flammable forming
gas) with adjustable flow
„„Bypass with manual valve for rapid filling or flooding of furnace chamber
„„Manual gas outlet with overflow valve (20 mbar relative) for over-pressure
operation
„„Single-stage rotary vane pump with ball valve for pre-evacuating and heat
treatment in a rough vacuum to 5 mbar
„„Pressure gauge for visual pressure monitoring
„„Defined application within the constraints of the operating instructions

Retort furnace VHT 100/16‑MO with auto-

mation package
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 Additional equipment housing/heater
„„Housing, optionally divisible, for passing through narrow door frames (VHT 8)
„„Lift door
„„Individual heating concepts

Additional equipment gas management system

„„Manual gas supply for second process gas (N2, Ar or non-flammable forming gas) with
adjustable flow and bypass
„„Mass flow controller for alternating volume flow and generation of gas mixtures with second
process gas (only with automation package)
„„Inner process box made of molybdenum, tungsten, graphite or CFC, especially recommended
for debinding processes. The box is installed in the furnace with direct gas inlet and outlet
and provides for better temperature uniformity. Generated exhaust gases will be directly
lead out the inner process chamber during debinding. The change of gas inlet pathes after
debinding results in a clean process gas atmosphere during sintering.

Retort furnace VHT 40/22-GR with motor-driven lift door and

front frame for connection to a glovebox

Additional equipment vacuum

„„Two-stage rotary vane pump with ball valve for pre-evacuating and heat-treating in a fine vacuum (up to
10-2 mbar) incl. electronic pressure sensor
„„Turbo molecular pump with slide valve for pre-evacuation and for heat treatment in a high vacuum (up to
10-5 mbar) including electronic pressure sensor and booster pump
„„Other vacuum pumps on request
„„Partial pressure operation: protective gas flushing at controlled underpressure (only with automation package)

Additional equipment cooling

Heat treatment of copper bars under „„Heat exchanger with closed-loop cooling water circuit
hydrogen in retort furnace VHT 8/16-MO
„„Direct cooling see page 69

Additional equipment for controls and documentation

„„Charge thermocouple with display
„„Temperature measurement at 2200 °C models with pyrometer in the upper temperature range and thermocouple,
type C with automatic pull-out device for precise control results in the low temperature range (VHT 40/..-GR and
larger)
„„Automation package with process control H3700
--12“ graphic touch panel
--Input of all process data like temperatures, heating rates, gas injection, vacuum at the touch panel
--Display of all process-relevant data on a process control diagram
Thermocouple, type S with automatic pull- --Automatic gas supply for one process gas (N2, argon or non-flammable forming gas) with adjustable flow
out device for precise control results in the --Bypass for flooding and filling the chamber with process gas controlled by the program
low temperature range
--Automatic pre- and post programs, including leak test for safe furnace operation
--Automatic gas outlet with bellows valve and overflow valve (20 mbar relative) for over-pressure operation
--Transducer for absolute and relative pressure
„„Process control and documentation via VCD software package or Nabertherm Control Center (NCC) for
monitoring, documentation and control see page 75

Turbo-molecular pump

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Single-stage rotary vane pump for heat treatment in Two-stage rotary vane pump for heat treatment in a Turbo-molecular pump with booster pump for heat
a rough vacuum to 5 mbar vacuum to 10-2 mbar treatment in a vacuum to 10-5 mbar

Process Box for Debinding in Inert Gas

Certain processes require charges to be debinded in non-flammable protective or reactive gases. For these
processes we fundamentally recommend a hot-wall retort furnace (see models NR .. or SR ..). These retort furnaces
can ensure that the formation of condensation will be avoided as throughly as possible.

If there is no way to avoid the escape of small amounts of residual binder during the process, even in the VHT
furnace, the retort furnace should be designed to meet this contingency.

The furnace chamber is equipped with an additional process box that has a direct outlet to the exhaust gas torch
through which the exhaust gas can be directly vented. This system enables a substantial reduction in the amount of
furnace chamber contamination caused by the exhaust gases generated during debinding.

Graphite inner process chamber incl.

Depending on the exhaust gas composition the exhaust gas line can be designed to include various options. charge holder

„„Exhaust gas torch for burning off the exhaust gas

„„Condensation trap for separating out binding agents
„„Exhaust gas post-treatment, depending on the process, via exhaust gas washer
„„Heated exhaust gas outlet to avoid condensation deposits in the exhaust gas line

VHT ../..-GR VHT ../..-MO VHT ../18-W VHT ../18-KE

Tmax 1800 °C or 2200 °C 1200 °C or 1600 °C 1800 °C 1800 °C
Inert gas    
Air/Oxygen - - - 
Hydrogen 3,4 3 3 1,3
Rough vacuum and fine vacuum (>10-3 mbar)    2 Molybdenum inner process chamber incl.
High vacuum (<10-3 mbar) 4   2 six charge supports
Material of heater Graphite Molybdenum Tungsten MoSi2
Material of insulation Graphite felt Molybdenum Tungsten/Molybdenum Ceramic fiber
1
Tmax reduces to 1400 °C 3
Only with safety package for flammable gases
2
Depending on the temperature 4
Up to 1800 °C
Model Inner dimensions of process box in mm Volume
w d h in l
VHT 8/.. 120 210 150 3,5
VHT 25/.. 200 350 200 14,0
VHT 40/.. 250 430 250 25,0
VHT 70/.. 325 475 325 50,0 Front made of textured stainless steel for
VHT 100/.. 425 500 425 90,0 mostly all furnace models
VHT 250/.. 575 700 575 230,0
VHT 500/.. 725 850 725 445,0

Model Inner dimensions in mm Volume Max. charge Outer dimensions6 in mm Heating power in kW4
w d h in l weight/kg W D H Graphite Molybdenum Tungsten Ceramic fiber
VHT 8/.. 170 240 200 8 5 1250 (800)1 1100 27005 27/27/-2 19/343 50 12
VHT 25/.. 250 400 250 25 20 1500 2500 2200 70/90/-2 45/653 85 25
VHT 40/.. 300 450 300 40 30 1600 26005 2300 83/103/1252 54/903 110 30
VHT 70/.. 375 500 375 70 50 18005 33005 2400 105/125/1502 70/1103 130 55
VHT 100/.. 450 550 450 100 75 1900 35005 2500 131/155/1752 90/1403 on request 85
VHT 250/.. 600 750 600 250 175 30001 4300 3100 180/210/-2 on request on request on request
VHT 500/.. 750 900 750 500 350 32001 4500 3300 220/260/-2 on request on request on request
1
With separated switching system unit 4
Depending on furnace design connected load might be higher
2
1800 °C/2200 °C 5
Dimensions may be smaller depending on the heater type
3
1200 °C/1600 °C 6
External dimensions vary when furnace is equipped with additional equipment. Dimensions on request.

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 Retort furnace VHT 40/16-MO H2 with hydrogen extension package and process box

Retort furnace VHT 100/15-KE H2 with H2 Version for Operation with Hydrogen or other Reaction Gases
fiber insulation and extension package for
In the H2 version the retort furnaces can be operated under hydrogen or other reaction gases. For these
operation under hydrogen, 1400 °C
applications, the systems are additionally equipped with the required safety technology. Only certified and industry
proven safety sensors are used. The retort furnaces are controlled by a fail-safe PLC control system (S7-300F/safety
controller).

„„Certified safety concept

„„Automation package (additional equipment see page 66)
„„Redundant gas inlet valves for hydrogen
„„Monitored pre-pressures of all process gases
„„Bypass for safe purging of furnace chamber with inert gas
„„Pressure-monitored emergency flooding with automated solenoid valve opening
„„Electrically heated or gas-fired exhaust gas torch for H2 post combustion
„„Atmospheric operation: H2-purging of retort starting from room temperature at controlled over pressure (50 mbar
relative)

Additional equipment
„„Partial pressure operation: H2 flushing at underpressure in the retort starting from 750 °C furnace chamber
temperature
„„Inner process hood in the retort for debinding under hydrogen
„„Process control and documentation via Nabertherm Control Center (NCC) for monitoring, documentation and
control see page 75

Gas management system

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 Retort Furnace Cooling Systems

Indirect cooling (hot-wall retort furnaces)

„„Ambient air is blown onto the outer retorte surface to cool it down. The waste heat is removed
via the exhaust air outlet of the furnace.
„„The charge is cooled indirectly, which means that the atmosphere in the retort is not affected
by the cooling
„„The charge cannot be quenched with the cooling system

Direct cooling (cold-wall and hot-wall retort furnaces)

„„Rapid gas cooling in the retort. For this purpose, the furnace atmosphere is circulated through
a heat exchanger.
„„The system pressure is not increased by the cooling; there is no gas quenching at high
pressure
„„Not available for processes with flammable furnace atmospheres
Schematic presentation of rapid gas cooling
1 Gas heat exchanger
2 Radial fan
3 Shut-off valves
Cooling Behavior of Hot-Wall Retort Furnace with Charge (Example)

Setpoint
Without cooling
Indirect cooling
Rapid gas cooling
Indirect cooling and rapid gas cooling
Temperature [°C]

Fan cooling, hot-wall retort furnace NRA 400/03

Time [min]

Cooling Behavior of Cold-Wall Retort Furnace with Charge (Example)

With rapid gas cooling

Without rapid gas cooling
Temperature [°C]

Rapid gas cooling, cold-wall retort furnace VHT 8/16-MO

Time [min]

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 Catalytic and Thermal Post Combustion Systems, Exhaust Gas Washer

For exhaust gas cleaning, in particular in debinding, Nabertherm offers exhaust gas cleaning systems
tailored to the process. The afterburning system is permanently connected to the exhaust gas
fitting of the furnace and accordingly integral part of the control system and the safety matrix of the
furnace. For existing furnaces, independent exhaust gas cleaning systems are also available that can
be separately controlled and operated.

Catalytic post combustion systems (KNV)

Catalytic exhaust cleaning is recommended due to energetic reasons when only pure hydrocarbon
compounds must be cleaned during the debinding process in air. They are recommended for small to
medium exhaust gas amounts.

„„Perfectly suited for debinding processes in air with only organic exhaust gases
„„Decomposition of gases in carbon dioxide and water
Standard laboratory muffle furnace L 5/11
with catalyst KAT 50 see page 14 „„Integrated in a compact stainless steel housing
„„Electric heating provides for preheating of the exhaust gas to the optimal reaction temperature for catalytic
treatment
„„Cleaning in different layers of catalytic honeycombs within the system
„„Thermocouples for measuring the temperatures of raw gas, reaction honeycombs and discharge
„„Over-temperature limiter with adjustable cutout temperature protects the catalyst
„„Tight connection between the exhaust gas outlet of the debinding furnace and the exhaust gas fan with
corresponding integration into the overall system with respect to control and safety technology
„„Catalyst dimensioned in relation to the exhaust gas flow
„„Measuring port for clean gas measurements (FID)

Thermal post combustion systems (TNV)

Thermal post combustion systems are used if large volumes of exhaust gas from the debinding process in air must
be cleaned and/or if there is a risk that the exhaust gases might damage the catalyst. Thermal post combustion is
also used for debinding applications under non-flammable or flammable protective or reaction gases.

Chamber furnace NA 500/65 DB200 with

catalytic post combustion system „„Optimally suited for debinding processes in air with large exhaust gas flow, erratic large exhaust gas volumes,
large volume flow or for debinding processes under non-flammable or flammable protective or reaction gases
„„Gas-fired to burn the exhaust gases
„„Burn-off at temperatures up to 850 °C provides for thermal decomposition of the exhaust gases
„„Heating with compact gas burner with automatic firing device
„„Thermocouples in the combustion chamber and in the raw gas inlet
„„Over-temperature limiter for protecting the thermal post combustion
„„Design depending on the exhaust gas flow
„„Measuring port for clean gas measurements (FID)

Exhaust Gas Washer

An exhaust gas washer will be often used if the generated gases cannot be effectively treated with a thermal post
combustion system or with a torch. To clean, detox or decontaminate the exhaust gas stream a liquid us used to
wash or neutralize unwanted pollutants. The exhaust gas washer can be adapted to the process by designing its
liquid distribution and contact area and by selecting the most suitable washing liquid. Liquids may simply be water
or special reagents or even suspensions to successfully remove unwanted gases, liquids or particles from the
exhaust gas.

Scheme of a thermal post combustion

system

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Temperature Uniformity and System Accuracy

Temperature uniformity is defined as the maximum temperature deviation in the work space of the furnace. There
is a general difference between the furnace chamber and the work space. The furnace chamber is the total volume
available in the furnace. The work space is smaller than the furnace chamber and describes the volume which can
be used for charging.

Specification of Temperature Uniformity in +/- K in the Standard Furnace

In the standard design the temperature uniformity is specified in +/- K at a defined set-temperature with the work
space of the empty furnace during the dwell time. In order to make a temperature uniformity survey the furnace
should be calibrated accordingly. As standard our furnaces are not calibrated upon delivery.

Calibration of the Temperature Uniformity in +/- K

If an absolute temperature uniformity at a reference temperature or at a defined reference temperature range is
required, the furnace must be calibrated appropriately. If, for example, a temperature uniformity of +/- 5 K at a set
temperature of 750 °C is required, it means that measured temperatures may range from a minimum of 745 °C to a
maximum of 755 °C in the work space.

System Accuracy Holding frame for measurement of tempe-

Tolerances may occur not only in the work space, they also exist with respect to the thermocouple and in the rature uniformity
controls. If an absolute temperature uniformity in +/- K at a defined set temperature or within a defined reference
working temperature range is required, the following measures have to be taken:
„„Measurement of total temperature deviation of the measurement line from the controls to the thermocouple
„„Measurement of temperature uniformity within the work space at the reference temperature or within the
reference temperature range
„„If necessary, an offset is set at the controls to adjust the displayed temperature at the controller to the real
temperature in the furnace
„„Documentation of the measurement results in a protocol

Temperature Uniformity in the Work Space incl. Protocol

In standard furnaces a temperature uniformity is guaranteed as +/- K without measurement of temperature
uniformity. However, as additional feature, a temperature uniformity measurement at a reference temperature in the
work space compliant with DIN 17052-1 can be ordered. Depending on the furnace model, a holding frame which
is equivalent in size to the work space is inserted into the furnace. This frame holds thermocouples at 11 defined Pluggable frame for measurement for
measurement positions. The measurement of the temperature uniformity is performed at a reference temperature forced convection chamber furnace
N 7920/45 HAS
specified by the customer at a pre-defined dwell time. If necessary, different reference temperatures or a defined
reference working temperature range can also be calibrated.

The system accuracy is defined by adding Precision of the controls, e.g. Deviation of thermocouple, e.g. +/- 1.5 °C Deviation from measuring point
the tolerances of the controls, the thermo- +/- 1 K to the average temperature in
couple and the work space the work space e.g. +/-3 °C

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 Process Control and Documentation

Nabertherm has many years of experience in the design and construction of both standard and custom control
alternatives. All controls are remarkable for their ease of use and even in the basic version have a wide variety of
functions.

Standard Controllers
Our extensive line of standard controllers satisfies most customer requirements. D60Based on the specific furnace
model, the controller regulates the furnace temperature reliably and is equipped with an integrated USB-interface
for documentation of process data (NTLog/NTGraph).

The standard controllers are developed and fabricated within the Nabertherm group. When developing controllers,
B400/C440/P470 our focus is on ease of use. The user can choose between 17 languages. From a technical standpoint, these devices
are custom-fit for each furnace model or the associated application. From the simple controller with an adjustable
temperature to the control unit with freely configurable control parameters, stored programs and PID microprocessor
control with self-diagnosis system, we have a solution to meet your requirements.

HiProSystems Control and Documentation

B410/C450/P480
This professional process control with PLC controls for single and multi-zone furnaces is based on Siemens
hardware and can be adapted and upgraded extensively. HiProSystems control is used when more than two process-
dependent functions, such as exhaust air flaps, cooling fans, automatic movements, etc., have to be handled during
a cycle, when furnaces with more than one zone have to be controlled, when special documentation of each batch
is required and when remote service is required. It is flexible and is easily tailored to your process or documentation
needs.

Alternative User Interfaces for HiProSystems

Process control H500/H700
This basic panel accommodates most basic needs and is very easy to use. Firing cycle data and the extra functions
activated are clearly displayed in a table. Messages appear as text. Data can be stored on a USB stick using the
„NTLog Comfort“ option (not available for all H700).
H1700 with colored, tabular depiction
Process control H1700
Customized versions can be realized in addition to the scope of services of the H500/H700
Process control H3700
Display of functions on a large 12‘‘ display. Display of basic data as online trend or as a graphical system overview.
Scope as H1700

Control, Visualisation and Documentation with Nabertherm Control Center NCC

Upgrading the HiProSystems-Control individually into a PC-based NCC provides for additional interfaces, operating
documentation, and service benefits in particular for controlling furnace groups including charge beyond the furnace
itself (quenching tank, cooling station etc.):

„„Recommended for heat treatment processes with extensive requirements in respect to documentation e.g. for
metals, technical ceramics or in the medicine field
„„Software extension can be used also in accordance with the AMS 2750 E (NADCAP)
„„Documentation according to the requirements of Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Part 11, EGV 1642/03
H3700 with colored graphic presentation possible
„„Charge data can be read in via barcodes
„„Interface for connection to overriding systems
„„Connection to mobile phone or stationary network for malfunction message transmission via SMS
„„Control from various locations over the network
„„Measurement range calibration up to 18 temperatures per measuring point for use at different temperatures. For
norm-relevant applications a multilevel calibration is possible.

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Assignment of

LHT 04/16 SW + LHT 04/17 SW

Standard Control-

LHT 01/17 LB - LHT 16/17 LB

lers to Furnace

NRA 17/06 - NRA 1000/11

NA 30/45 - N 500/85 HA
HTC 16/16 - HTC 450/16
Families

LH 15/12 - LF 120/14
LE 1/11 - LE 14/11

NR, NRA .. IDB

N 7/H - N 87/H

NR, NRA .. H2
RSRB, RSRC
L(T) 9/../SW

RHTH/RHTV
LHT ../.. (D)

NA-I, NA-SI
L 9/11/SKM
L 3 - LT 40

N(B) .. BO
L ../11 BO

RSH/RSV
NA 15/65
N .. CUP

LHTC(T)

TR .. LS
HT, HFL

(S)VHT
LV, LVT
L1/12

RHTC
KTR

GR
RD

KC
TR

RT

LS
R

K
Catalog page 4 4,7,8 6 9 10 12 13 15 16 19 20 21 22 23 24,27 26 28 28 30 34 34 35 36 38 39 40 41 42 44 46 56 56 57 57 58 60 60 63
Controller
R7 l l l l l
C6/3208 ¡ ¡ ¡
3216 ¡ ¡
3504 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
3508 l
B400 l l l l l l l
B410 l l l l l ¡ l l l l l
C440 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
C450 ¡ ¡ ¡ l ¡ ¡ ¡ l ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
P470 ¡ ¡ l l l l3 l3 ¡ ¡ ¡ l ¡ l3 l l3
P480 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
H500/PLC ¡ l3 l3 ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
H700/PLC ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ l3
H1700/PLC ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ l l l
H3700/PLC ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ l ¡
NCC ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡

Functionality of the Standard Controllers R7 C6 3216 3208 B400/ C440/ P470/ 3504 H500 H700 H1700 H3700 NCC
B410 C450 P480
Number of programs 1 1 1 5 10 50 25 20 1/103 10 10 50
Segments 1 2 8 4 20 40 5003 20 20 20 20 20
Extra functions (e.g. fan or autom. flaps) maximum 2 2 2-6 2-83 33 ¡3 6/23 8/23 16/43
Maximum number of control zones 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 21,2
1-3 ¡
3 3
8 8 8
Drive of manual zone regulation l l l
Charge control/bath control l ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
Auto tune l l l l l l
Real-time clock l l l l l l l l
Plain, blue-white LC-display l l l
Graphic color display 4" 7" 7" 7" 12" 19"
Status messages in clear text l l l l l l l l l l
Data entry via touchpanel l l l l
Data input via jog dial and buttons l l l
Entering program names (i.e.“Sintering“) l l l l
Keypad lock l l l l
User administration l l l ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ l
Skip-button for segment jump l l l l l l l l
Program entry in steps of 1 °C or 1 min. l l l l l l l l l l l l
Start time configurable (e.g. to use night power rates) l l l l l l l l
Switch-over °C/°F ¡ ¡ ¡ l l l ¡ l l3 l3 l3 l3
kWh meter l l l
Operating hour counter l l l l l l l l
Set point output ¡ l l l ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
NTLog Comfort for HiProSystems: recording of process data on an external storage medium ¡ ¡ ¡ ¡
NTLog Basic for Nabertherm controller: recording of process data with USB-flash drive l l l
Interface for VCD software ¡ ¡ ¡
Malfunction memory l l l l l l l l
Number of selectable languages 17 17 17
¹ Not for melt bath control l Standard
² Control of additional separate slave regulators possible ¡ Option
3
Depending on the design

Mains Voltages for Nabertherm Furnaces

1-phase: all furnaces are available for mains voltages from 110 V - 240 V at 50 or 60 Hz.
3-phase:  all furnaces are available for mains voltages from 200 V - 240 V or 380 V - 480 V, at 50 or 60 Hz.
The connecting rates in the catalog refer to the standard furnace with 400 V (3/N/PE) respectively 230 V (1/N/PE).

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 Temperature Recorder
Besides the documentation via the software which is connected to the controls, Nabertherm offers different
temperature recorders which can be used with respect to the application.

Model 6100e Model 6100a Model 6180a

Data input using touch panel x x x
Size of colour display in inch 5.5 5.5 12.1
Number of thermocouple inputs 3 18 48
Data read-out via USB-stick x x x
Input of charge data x x
Evaluation software included x x x
Temperature recorder Applicable for TUS-measurements acc. to AMS 2750 E x

Data storing of Nabertherm controllers with NTLog Basic

NTLog Basic allows for recording of process data of the connected Nabertherm Controller (B400, B410, C440,
C450, P470, P480) on a USB stick.

The process documentation with NTLog Basic requires no additional thermocouples or sensors. Only data recorded
which are available in the controller.

The data stored on the USB stick (up to 80,000 data records, format CSV) can afterwards be evaluated on the PC
either via NTGraph or a spreadsheet software used by the customer (e.g. MS Excel).

For protection against accidental data manipulation the generated data records contain checksums.

Data storing of HiProSystems with NTLog Comfort

The extension module NTLog Comfort offers the same functionality of NTLog Basic module. Process data from a
HiProSytems control are read out and stored in real time on a USB stick (not available for all H700 systems). The
extension module NTLog Comfort can also be connected using an Ethernet connection to a computer in the same
local network so that data can be written directly onto this computer.

NTLog Comfort for data recording of a Visualization with NTGraph for Single-Furnace Control
Siemens PLC The process data from NTLog can be visualized either using the customer‘s own spreadsheet program (e.g.
MS‑Excel) or NTGraph (Freeware). With NTGraph Nabertherm provides for an additional user-friendly tool free of
charge for the visualization of the data generated by NTLog. Prerequisite for its use is the installation of the program
MS-Excel for Windows (version 2003/2010/2013). After data import presentation as diagram, table or report can be
chosen. The design (color, scaling, reference labels) can be adapted by using prepared sets. NTGraph is available in
seven languages (DE/EN/FR/SP/IT/CH/RU). In addition, selected texts can be generated in other languages.

Software NTEdit for Entering Programs on the PC

By using the software NTEdit (Freeware) the input of the programs becomes clearer and thus easier. The program
can be enttered on customers PC and then be imported into the controller with a USB stick. The display of
the set curve is tabular or graphical. The program import in NTEdit is also possible. With NTEdit Nabertherm
provides a user-friendly free tool. A prerequisite for the use is the client installation of MS-Excel for Windows
(2007/2010/2013). NTEdit is available in eight languages (DE/EN/FR/SP/IT/CH/RU/PT).

NTGraph, a freeware for the easy-to-read

analysis of recorded data using MS Excel

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VCD-Software for Visualization, Control and Documen-
tation
Documentation and reproducibility are more and more
important for quality assurance. The powerful VCD software
represents an optimal solution for single multi furnace systems
as well as charg documentation on the basis of Nabertherm
controllers.

The VCD software is used to record process data from the

controllers B400/B410, C440/C450 and P470/P480. Up to
400 different heat treatment programs can be stored. The
controllers are started and stopped via the software at a PC.
The process is documented and archived accordingly. The data
display can can be carried-out in a diagram or as data table.
Even a transfer of process data to MS Excel (.csv format *) or
the generation of reports in PDF format is possible.

Features
„„Available for controllers B400/B410/C440/C450/P470/P480
„„Suitable for operating systems Microsoft Windows 7 or 8/8.1
or 10 (32/64 Bit)
Example lay-out with 3 furnaces
„„Simple installation
„„Setting, Archiving and print of programs and graphics
„„Operation of controllers via PC
„„Archiving of process curves from up to 16 furnaces (also multi-zone controlled)
„„Redundant saving of archives on a server drive
„„Higher security level due to binary data storage
„„Free input of charge date with comfortable search function
„„Possibility to evaluate data, files can be converted to Excel
„„Generation of a PDF-report
„„17 languages selectable

Extension package 1 for display of an additional temperature measuring point, independant of

the furnace controls
„„Connection of an independant thermocouple, type S, N or K with temperature display on controller C6D, e. g.
for documentation of charge temperature VCD Software for Control, Visualisation and
„„Conversion and transmission of measured values to the VCD software Documentation

„„For data evaluation, please see VCD-software features

„„Display of measured temperature directly on the extension package

Extension package 2 for the connection of up to three, six or nine measuring point, independant of
the furnace controls
„„Connection of three thermocouples, tpye K, S, N or B to the included connecting box
„„Possible extension of up to two or three connecting boxes with up to nine measuring points
„„Conversion and transmission of measured values to the VCD software
„„Data evaluation, see VCD features Graphic display of main overview (version with
4 furnaces)

Graphic display of process curve

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