[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.secowarwick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Slider-Vector-HV.jpg” alt=”Vacuum Furnace with High Vacuum” title_text=”Vacuum Furnace with High Vacuum Vector HV” align_tablet=”center” align_phone=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_breadcrumbs _builder_version=”3.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_breadcrumbs][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_4,1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-40px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
Vector HV is a\u00a0horizontally or\u00a0vertically oriented single-chamber high vacuum furnace<\/strong> using gas cooling which can be used for a wide variety of heat-treating processes and applications. It provides important capabilities for producing\u00a0high<\/strong> uniformity<\/strong> in\u00a0heat-treated parts, high<\/strong> process cleanness, high consistency in\u00a0workloads<\/strong>, and efficient processing with low consumption of power and process gases.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_tabs module_class=”red-tabs eco-tab7″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ custom_css_main_element=”margin-top: 2rem;||margin-bottom: 2rem;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_tab title=”Overview” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Vector HV furnaces are equipped with round graphite or metal heating chamber. They are the ideal solution for highly demanding heat treatment in terms of high process purity and part surface quality. With hundreds of systems installed worldwide, SECO\/WARWICK\u2019s high vacuum furnaces<\/strong> have a proven record of high-performance technology.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Features” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The Vector is a\u00a0single-chamber horizontal vacuum furnace that complies with industrial standards related to\u00a0heat treatment equipment and has sold many hundreds of units worldwide. It comes with a\u00a0full range of options and accessories for performing a\u00a0wide range of functions for heat treaters and can be\u00a0customized for special functions.<\/p>\n \/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Standard horizontal capacity from 200 to\u00a03,000 kg and more (440 to\u00a06,600 lbs) \/ <\/span><\/strong>Functional, simple to\u00a0use, intuitive system \/ <\/span><\/strong>Friendly programming of the furnace system processes \/ <\/span><\/strong>Operation time counters, ability to\u00a0plan periodic reviews \/ <\/span><\/strong>Integration with higher-level management systems \/ <\/span><\/strong>Manual and\/or automatic loaders [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Advantages” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \/ <\/strong><\/span>Wide range of heat treatment processes and applications [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Processes” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \/ <\/strong><\/span>Brazing [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Industries” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \/ <\/strong><\/span>Aviation [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Materials” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \/ <\/strong><\/span>Alloyed steels [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Options” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \/<\/strong> <\/span>Horizontal or\u00a0vertical orientation \/<\/strong> <\/span>Selection of PLC and IPC control system \/<\/strong> <\/span>Isothermal and controlled cooling [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=” ” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \/ <\/span><\/strong><\/span>Vacuum as a protective and technological atmosphere eliminates the need to use harmful process gases and their emission to the environmentFeatures<\/h2>\n
\/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Standard vertical capacity: 1,500 kg (3,300 lbs) and 2,500 kg (5,500 lbs)
\/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Operational temperature \u2013 1450\u00b0C \/ 2640\u00b0F
\/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Temperature uniformity +\/-6\u00b0C \/ +\/-10\u00b0F
\/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Uniform and efficient radiation heating 360\u00b0
\/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Partial pressure control
\/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>High vacuum processing up to\u00a010-8<\/sup> mbar
\/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Cooling gases: N2<\/sub>, Ar, He\u00a0up to\u00a015bar
\/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Controlled, forced convection cooling
\/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Computer control system (PLC+IPC), operator-friendly
\/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>NADCAP and AMS specifications readiness
\/\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Global industrial standard compatible<\/p>\nMaintenance and Control Features of SecoVac Automatic Furnace Control System<\/h2>\n
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Uninterruptible Power System (UPS)
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Full visualization and comprehensive management of emergency situations
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Automatic generation of predefined reports (graphic or\u00a0numeric) with export to\u00a0external files
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Hierarchy of user-access levels
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Remote control and monitoring
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Custom setup of all data analysis charts and printouts
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Full integration with SCADA software \u2013 no\u00a0need of extra software<\/p>\nProduction Features<\/h2>\n
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Advanced process management with an unlimited number of recipes
\/ <\/span><\/strong>System safeguards against wrong technological program selections<\/p>\nOperation Features<\/h2>\n
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Multiple languages
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Viability monitoring of the thermocouples
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Stored history of equipment operation
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Media consumption monitoring, with optional refill warnings
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Two-stage warning alarm \u2013 color coding allows immediate identification of alerts
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Easy system backups<\/p>\nManagement Features<\/h2>\n
\/<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong>Data security with different levels of user\u2019s access
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Optimization of production on\u00a0the basis of stored information
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Reduced operator workload by\u00a0automation of the production
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Programmable for a\u00a0time\/date delay to\u00a0begin processing with an option for GSM (Global System for Mobile communication) notification
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Long-term data logging and remote access to\u00a0archived information
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Application browser provides \u201cread-only\u201d access to\u00a0data<\/p>\nDedicated Auxiliary Equipment<\/h2>\n
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Cast metal and\/or carbon composite fixtures
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Closed loop water cooling system
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Gas buffer tank
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Helium recycling system
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Noise protection of the pumping system
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Inlet gas dew point measuring system
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Separated water chiller for diffusion pump cooling
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Temperature uniformity frame
\/ <\/span><\/strong>Time-saving spare parts set<\/p>\n
\/ <\/strong><\/span>High-speed cycles with high vacuum
\/ <\/strong><\/span>High quality and ideal parts surface protection
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Low consumption of energy, process gases and other utilities
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Environmentally friendly with low emissions of process gases
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Simple design, modular, fitted and adjusted to\u00a0tasks and plant conditions
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Guaranteed quality and repeatable process results
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Predictive maintenance support
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Remote control and monitoring
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Fast delivery and simple installation
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Customizable<\/p>\n
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Annealing
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Normalizing
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Homogenizing
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Stress relief
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Solution heat treating
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Aging
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Quenching
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Diffusion bonding
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Outgassing
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Sintering
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Tempering
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Special<\/p>\n
\/\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Automotive
<\/span>\/\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Machine
<\/span>\/\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Tool
\/\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Energy
\/\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Medical
\/\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Nuclear
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Electronic
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Metallurgy
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Commercial heat treatment
\/\u00a0<\/strong><\/span>Specialty Application<\/span><\/p>\n
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Stainless steels
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Alloys and super alloys
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Titanium and titanium alloy
\/ <\/strong><\/span>Tool steels
\/ <\/strong><\/span>HSLA<\/p>\nFurnace Options<\/h2>\n
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Graphite or\u00a0metal, cylindrical heating zone
\/<\/strong> <\/span>High vacuum by\u00a0diffusion, cryogenic, or\u00a0turbomolecular pumps
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Higher temperature operation
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Improved temperature uniformity to\u00a0class 1 (AMS2750)
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Multi-zone temperature control
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Convection heating
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Low and cryogenic-temperature trap
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Color selection<\/p>\nControl System Options<\/h2>\n
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Power management control system
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Independent data recording
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Remote control and monitoring
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Air-conditioned control cabinet<\/p>\nOptional Processes<\/h2>\n
\/<\/strong> <\/span>Tempering<\/p>\n
\/ <\/span><\/strong><\/span>No CO\u2082 emissions, no use of fossil fuels
\/ <\/span><\/strong><\/span>Gas utilization for cooling (nitrogen, argon), captured and returned to the air, neutral for the environment
\/ <\/span><\/strong><\/span>Reinforced thermal insulation saves electricity (approx. 20%)
\/ <\/span><\/strong><\/span>High energy efficiency of used electrical components (IE3 class motors, inverter control, etc.)