Stress Relieving Furnace
A stress relieving furnace is a specialised type of industrial furnace used for heat treating metals to relieve internal stresses that can develop during manufacturing processes such as casting, forging, or welding. The furnace works by heating the metal to a specific temperature and holding it at that temperature for a predetermined amount of time, allowing the material to slowly cool down.
Stress relieving furnaces can be operated using a variety of heating sources such as gas, electricity, or oil. The temperature range of these furnaces varies depending on the materials being treated, typically ranging from 300 to 1200°F (149 to 649°C).
Function
The chamber is a climatic chamber specifically designed to perform carbonation tests on concrete samples.
Configuration
Stress relieving furnaces come in various configurations such as batch, continuous, or pit-style.
Features
Some common features of stress relieving furnaces include temperature controllers, programmable cycles, safety interlocks, and insulation to minimise heat loss.
Temperature Range
The temperature range for stress relieving furnaces as per the process requirement.
Heating Rate
The heating rate of the furnace is adjustable, with options for ramp and soak programming as per the process requirement.
Capacity
The capacity of the furnace depends on the specific model and can range from small benchtop models to large industrial models capable of handling heavy loads.
Heat Source
The heat source for stress relieving furnaces can be electric, gas, or oil-fired.
Power Requirement
The power requirements depend on the size and configuration of the equipment.
Atmosphere
Stress relieving furnaces can operate in a variety of atmospheres such as air, nitrogen, or hydrogen.