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SinterPro
Furnace Operator’s Manual
Specifications
Electrical Power Requirements:
#96553 16 Amp Model:
208 – 240 VOLT 50/60Hz Single
Phase, 16 Amps, 3680 Watts
#96550 20 Amp Model:
200 – 240 VOLT 50/60 Hz Single
Phase, 20 Amps, 4600 Watts
Overall Dimensions:
17
"
(43.2 cm) Wide × 25.5
"
(65cm) Deep ×
33.24
"
(84.5 cm) High
Heating Chamber Dimensions:
3.5
"
( 9 cm) Diameter × 6.5
"
(16.5 cm) High
Oven Weight:
132 Lbs. (60.0 kg)
Shipping Weight:
191 Lbs. (86.6 kg)
Maximum Temperature:
1570°C (2858°F)
Number of Programs:
30
Programs 1-2 are pre-programmed with Vericore Zirconia
fast and slow sintering cycles.
Number of Stages/Program:
1 – 4, User defined.
Delay Start:
0 – 8.0 hours
HVAC Load:
15,710 BTU/Hour (20 amp unit)
12,568 BTU/Hour (16 amp unit)
Maximum Heat Rate*:
1 – 54°F/min. (1 – 30°C/min.)
Temperature:
Stage 1,2,3,4: 158°F – 2858°F
(70°C – 1570°C*) 1-30˚C/minute*
* Programmable heat rates. Actual heat rate at high
temperatures may be lower depending upon furnace load
and electrical voltage.
Hold Time:
0 – 4 hours on each Stage
Environmental Conditions
• Indoor use
• Altitude up to 2000m
• Environmental Temperature 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F)
• Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to
31°C (88°F) decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity
at 35°C (95°F)
• Mains supply voltage fluctuations not to /– 5%
of the nominal voltage
• Pollution Degree 2, Installation Category II
• Protection Degree IP20 – protected against objects
greater than 12.5mm, no liquid protection
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a
SinterPro Sintering Furnace
.
We have designed and manufactured this furnace using
the latest in microcomputer technology to give you many
years of dependable service. To ensure that your SinterPro
Sintering Furnace gives you the highest level of service,
review and follow the guidelines outlined in this Operator’s
Manual.
Warranty
This Whip Mix equipment is warranted to be free from
defects in material and workmanship from the date of
installation for a period of 2 years on the unit. 1 year on the
muffle*, thermocouple and heating elements.
Any item returned to our factory through an authorized
dealer, will be repaired or replaced at our option at no
charge provided that our inspection shall indicate it to have
been defective. Dealer, labor, shipping and handling charges
are not covered by this warranty.
This warranty does not apply to damage due to shipping,
misuse, careless handling or repairs by other than
authorized service personnel. Whip Mix is not liable for
indirect or consequential damage or loss of any nature in
connection with this equipment.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties expressed
or implied. No representative or person is authorized to
assume for us any liability in connection with the sale of our
equipment.
*Attention:
Hairline cracks in the muffle insulation, sintering
trays, and firing tray cap are normal, and to be expected.
These components carry a 1 year warranty with the
exception of hairline cracks in these components.