Note: Heating Stainless Steel Assemblies to Remove Glass
Objective:
To heat stainless steel assemblies so glass windows can be removed from the housings
End Product:
glass windows
Equipment:
Ambrell EASYHEAT 5 kW, 150-400 kHz induction heating system and coil specifically designed for this application
Materials:
Stainless steel housings with glass windows
Temperature:
1400 °F (760 °C)
Frequency:
288 kHz
Testing:
A custom-designed single-position multiple-turn helical coil was built to generate the required heating for the application. Initial tests were conducted to optimize the power delivered to the part. Temperature indicating paints were used to determine the heating time. It took 150-200 seconds to heat the parts to temperature and remove the glass windows, achieving the client’s objective
Benefits:
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Speed: The client will be able to save time with induction; they were using a flame previously
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Repeatability: Induction delivers the same result every single time, whereas repeatability with a torch can be an issue.
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Efficiency: Induction is highly efficient and delivers more heat to exactly where it is needed, making it a greener heating option.
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Safety: Induction does not introduce a flame into the work environment, and its more targeted heating results in a cooler work environment
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