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Large Vacuum Furnace


Our Large (Nabertherm VHT 70/24-GRH2) Vacuum Furnace is an advanced system specifically engineered for pyrolysis and sintering of non-oxide ceramics and ceramic matrix composites (CMCs).

Technical Description

It features a chamber size of 375mm x 375mm x 500mm, enabling significant scalability for industrial applications. The furnace can operate effectively in controlled environments including vacuum, argon, nitrogen, and hydrogen, making it highly versatile for precise material processing. It achieves uniform thermal distribution through enhanced heat management, ensuring superior control over material densification and properties.


Uses and Applications

The Large Vacuum Furnace is highly suited for diverse applications across industries such as aerospace, automotive, defence, and medical technology. Key processes facilitated by this equipment include:

  • Polymer impregnation and pyrolysis (PIP)
  • Liquid silicon infiltration (LSI)
  • Conventional sintering
  • It is integral in manufacturing critical components such as turbine blades, heat shields, wear-resistant parts, and medical implants - where material durability and high-performance characteristics are essential
  • It is an ideal choice for scaling up production trials for advanced ceramic and composite materials


Benefits of Using Our Large Vacuum Furnace

Utilising our Large Vacuum Furnace offers significant advantages particularly for:

  • Operational flexibility and efficiency - the furnace’s spacious chamber simplifies large-scale trials, reducing overall development timelines and associated costs.
  • The ability to control various atmospheric conditions which allows for precise tailoring of material characteristics, meeting the specific requirements of complex applications.
  • Exceptional temperature uniformity guarantees consistently high-quality outputs, resulting in reliable products suited for critical and demanding environments.


For added insight we offer chemical, microstructural, and physical testing of the sintered product to validate the results of your vacuum firings.


Why Choose Our Large Vacuum Furnace?

Selecting our new Large Vacuum Furnace means you are partnering with industry experts equipped with cutting-edge technology and extensive experience. Our dedicated technical team ensures optimal operation, precision control, and consistent high-quality results tailored to your specific needs. By choosing our furnace, your business gains access to sophisticated processing capabilities essential for maintaining a leading position in the competitive market of advanced ceramic and composite materials.


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