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Double- or\u00a0triple-chamber sealed quench vacuum furnace for low pressure carburizing (LPC), including integrated oil quenching, designed for high-volume production.<\/span><\/h3>\nCaseMaster Evolution<\/strong> (CMe) is double- or triple- chamber vacuum furnace<\/a> configuration design for low pressure carburizing (LPC)<\/strong> combined with integral oil quenching (OQ)<\/strong>.<\/p>\nThis configuration is intended for applications where maximum cooling intensity is required<\/strong>, particularly for steels with lower hardenability<\/strong> or for components that demand relatively high core hardness and stable microstructural\u00a0formation.<\/p>\nBy integrating oil quenching directly into the vacuum furnace, CaseMaster Evolution OQ enables high cooling performance without transferring the load<\/strong> between separate devices, supporting repeatable results in high\u2011volume and demanding heat treatment applications.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_tabs module_class=”red-tabs eco-tab11″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_tab title=”Overview” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
The CaseMaster Evolution (CMe) has been designed with the state-of-the-art construction and selections for two or\u00a0three chambers in\u00a0order to\u00a0provide maximum flexibility in\u00a0heat treatment and continuous batch processing. They are compatible with AMS2750 and CQI9 standards.<\/p>\n
There are two types of CaseMaster Evolution:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- The two-chamber furnace, called D type, provides a\u00a0dual chamber with one for processing and a\u00a0second chamber for oil or\u00a0gas quenching.<\/li>\n
- The three-chamber furnace, called T type, provides the same chambers as\u00a0the D type plus a\u00a0third pre-heating chamber that can be\u00a0used for faster processing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Process challenge:<\/strong>
In carburizing applications involving steels with limited hardenability or components requiring deep effective case depth (ECD), gas quenching may not provide sufficient cooling performance.<\/p>\nOil quenching is selected whenever metallurgical requirements dictate cooling rates beyond the practical limits of gas quenching<\/strong>. It provides rapid and consistent heat extraction, enabling manufacturers to achieve the required hardness and microstructural properties across a broad range of steel grades and component geometries.<\/p>\nWhile high-pressure gas quenching has become the preferred choice for many distortion-sensitive applications, oil quenching remains an essential technology for parts where hardenability requirements, section thickness, or material characteristics demand more intensive cooling<\/strong>.<\/p>\nBy combining vacuum heat treatment with advanced oil quenching technology, manufacturers benefit from excellent process repeatability, reliable metallurgical results, and proven performance in high-volume production environments<\/strong>.<\/p>\nProcess outcome:<\/strong>
The integral oil quench configuration allows manufacturers to achieve required metallurgical properties when cooling rates exceed the practical capabilities of gas quenching, while maintaining process integration and repeatability.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Advantages” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
\/<\/span> Maximum cooling intensity
<\/strong>Oil quenching provides the highest cooling rates after LPC, enabling proper hardening of steels with limited hardenability.
<\/strong><\/p>\n\/<\/span> Reliable hardening performance<\/strong>
Delivers consistent hardness and microstructural properties across demanding carburizing applications.<\/p>\n\/ <\/span>Suitable for challenging materials and sections
<\/strong>Preferred when material grade, section thickness, or\u00a0hardenability requirements demand intensive cooling.<\/p>\n\/ <\/span>Integrated quenching inside the furnace
<\/strong>No\u00a0external quench tanks or\u00a0load transfer.<\/p>\n\/<\/span> Proven solution for demanding applications <\/strong>
Established technology for heavy-duty carburizing and hardening applications.<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Configurations” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
This configuration should be\u00a0selected when maximum cooling intensity<\/strong> is required after low pressure carburizing.<\/p>\nIt is particularly suitable for components made of low-hardenability steels<\/strong>, applications requiring relatively high core hardness<\/strong>, or metallurgical specifications that cannot be fulfilled using high-pressure gas quenching alone<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
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The features below describe the construction and functional elements of a\u00a0vacuum furnace designed for low-pressure carburizing with integral oil quenching<\/strong>, focusing on high cooling intensity, process integration and metallurgical performance.<\/p>\nAutomation & Compliance<\/strong>
\/<\/span> Fully automated processing
\/<\/span> Compatible with AMS2750, CQI-9<\/p>\nFurnace Design & Construction<\/strong>
\/<\/span> Horizontal, double-, and triple-chamber design
\/<\/span> Compact, modular design
\/<\/span> Graphite heating chamber
\/<\/span> Electric heating system
\/<\/span> Low heat losses by\u00a0increased thermal insulation<\/p>\nProcess Integrity & Speed<\/strong>
\/<\/span> Vacuum and pressure-tight inner doors ensure high purity of process and parts
\/<\/span> Shorter evacuation times by\u00a0independent pumping systems for each chamber
\/<\/span> Short workload-transport time within the furnace<\/p>\nQuenching Technologies<\/strong>
\/<\/span> High-pressure gas quenching (N\u2082 or\u00a0He) \u2013 up to\u00a025 bar abs
\/<\/span> Uniform quenching and distortion reduction by\u00a0adjustable pressure settings
\/<\/span> Guiding tunnel for optimized oil flow through the charge
\/<\/span> Uniform quenching and distortion reduction by stepless control of oil circulation system<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Specification” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
The specification below applies to\u00a0the LPC furnace configuration with integral oil quenching<\/strong> and defines the technical limits, operating parameters and available furnace sizes.<\/p>\nTechnical data of standard CaseMaster Evolution furnaces series<\/h2>\n
This configuration is intended for applications where maximum cooling intensity is required<\/strong>, particularly for steels with lower hardenability<\/strong> or for components that demand relatively high core hardness and stable microstructural\u00a0formation.<\/p>\n By integrating oil quenching directly into the vacuum furnace, CaseMaster Evolution OQ enables high cooling performance without transferring the load<\/strong> between separate devices, supporting repeatable results in high\u2011volume and demanding heat treatment applications.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_tabs module_class=”red-tabs eco-tab11″ _builder_version=”4.27.6″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_tab title=”Overview” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The CaseMaster Evolution (CMe) has been designed with the state-of-the-art construction and selections for two or\u00a0three chambers in\u00a0order to\u00a0provide maximum flexibility in\u00a0heat treatment and continuous batch processing. They are compatible with AMS2750 and CQI9 standards.<\/p>\n There are two types of CaseMaster Evolution:<\/strong><\/p>\n Process challenge:<\/strong> Oil quenching is selected whenever metallurgical requirements dictate cooling rates beyond the practical limits of gas quenching<\/strong>. It provides rapid and consistent heat extraction, enabling manufacturers to achieve the required hardness and microstructural properties across a broad range of steel grades and component geometries.<\/p>\n While high-pressure gas quenching has become the preferred choice for many distortion-sensitive applications, oil quenching remains an essential technology for parts where hardenability requirements, section thickness, or material characteristics demand more intensive cooling<\/strong>.<\/p>\n By combining vacuum heat treatment with advanced oil quenching technology, manufacturers benefit from excellent process repeatability, reliable metallurgical results, and proven performance in high-volume production environments<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Process outcome:<\/strong> [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Advantages” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \/<\/span> Maximum cooling intensity \/<\/span> Reliable hardening performance<\/strong> \/ <\/span>Suitable for challenging materials and sections \/ <\/span>Integrated quenching inside the furnace \/<\/span> Proven solution for demanding applications <\/strong> [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Configurations” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n This configuration should be\u00a0selected when maximum cooling intensity<\/strong> is required after low pressure carburizing.<\/p>\n It is particularly suitable for components made of low-hardenability steels<\/strong>, applications requiring relatively high core hardness<\/strong>, or metallurgical specifications that cannot be fulfilled using high-pressure gas quenching alone<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Features” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The features below describe the construction and functional elements of a\u00a0vacuum furnace designed for low-pressure carburizing with integral oil quenching<\/strong>, focusing on high cooling intensity, process integration and metallurgical performance.<\/p>\n Automation & Compliance<\/strong> Furnace Design & Construction<\/strong> Process Integrity & Speed<\/strong> Quenching Technologies<\/strong> [\/et_pb_tab][et_pb_tab title=”Specification” _builder_version=”4.27.6″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The specification below applies to\u00a0the LPC furnace configuration with integral oil quenching<\/strong> and defines the technical limits, operating parameters and available furnace sizes.<\/p>\n\n
In carburizing applications involving steels with limited hardenability or components requiring deep effective case depth (ECD), gas quenching may not provide sufficient cooling performance.<\/p>\n
The integral oil quench configuration allows manufacturers to achieve required metallurgical properties when cooling rates exceed the practical capabilities of gas quenching, while maintaining process integration and repeatability.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Oil quenching provides the highest cooling rates after LPC, enabling proper hardening of steels with limited hardenability.
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Delivers consistent hardness and microstructural properties across demanding carburizing applications.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>Preferred when material grade, section thickness, or\u00a0hardenability requirements demand intensive cooling.<\/p>\n
<\/strong>No\u00a0external quench tanks or\u00a0load transfer.<\/p>\n
Established technology for heavy-duty carburizing and hardening applications.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
\/<\/span> Fully automated processing
\/<\/span> Compatible with AMS2750, CQI-9<\/p>\n
\/<\/span> Horizontal, double-, and triple-chamber design
\/<\/span> Compact, modular design
\/<\/span> Graphite heating chamber
\/<\/span> Electric heating system
\/<\/span> Low heat losses by\u00a0increased thermal insulation<\/p>\n
\/<\/span> Vacuum and pressure-tight inner doors ensure high purity of process and parts
\/<\/span> Shorter evacuation times by\u00a0independent pumping systems for each chamber
\/<\/span> Short workload-transport time within the furnace<\/p>\n
\/<\/span> High-pressure gas quenching (N\u2082 or\u00a0He) \u2013 up to\u00a025 bar abs
\/<\/span> Uniform quenching and distortion reduction by\u00a0adjustable pressure settings
\/<\/span> Guiding tunnel for optimized oil flow through the charge
\/<\/span> Uniform quenching and distortion reduction by stepless control of oil circulation system<\/p>\nTechnical data of standard CaseMaster Evolution furnaces series<\/h2>\n
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