15KW Mid-Frequency Split Induction Heater W/ Timers 30-80KHz

Description: This listing is for a brand new 15KW mid-frequency 30-80KHz dual station induction heater (item# IH15B). Note: This model has no timers and only available in 220 volt single phase. Across International IH series mid-frequency induction heaters are designed to operate between 30 and 80 kHz. Mid-frequency heaters are excellent for small parts heating, cutting, diamond tool brazing, soldering copper plumbing fittings, auto parts heat-treating, annealing of stainless steel containers and more. Mid-frequency induction heaters are the simplest in terms of design and implementation. With their low cost of ownership and maintenance, they are the most popular and reliable machines. The 15kW models are especially popular for their large power capacity and small footprint at an affordable price. This makes them standard equipment for many factories, labs and workshops where 230V AC is available. Induction heating does not involve the external application of heat but rather the internal generation of heat in the workpiece itself. This process dispenses with long heating periods and enables the limited introduction of heat in a local and precisely timed manner, thus achieving a high degree of efficiency and maximum exploitation of energy. When compared with conventional heating methods, induction heating achieves maximum levels of quality and efficiency across a practically unlimited range of applications. The basic principles of induction heating have been understood and applied to manufacturing since the 1920s. During World War II, the technology developed rapidly to meet urgent wartime requirements for a fast, reliable process to harden metal engine parts. More recently, the focus on lean manufacturing techniques and emphasis on improved quality control have led to a rediscovery of induction technology, along with the development of precisely controlled, all solid state induction power supplies. What makes this heating method so unique? In the most common heating methods, a torch or open flame is directly applied to the metal part. But with induction heating, heat is actually "induced" within the part itself by circulating electrical currents. Since heat is transferred to the product via electromagnetic waves, the part never comes into direct contact with any flame, the coil itself does not get hot, and there is no product contamination. When properly set up, the process becomes very repeatable and controllable.HOW INDUCTION HEATING WORKSHow exactly does induction heating work? It helps to have a basic understanding of the principles of electricity. When an alternating electrical current is applied to the primary of a transformer, an alternating magnetic field is created. According to Faraday's Law, if the secondary of the transformer is located within the magnetic field, an electric current will be induced.In a basic induction heating setup, a solid state RF power supply sends an AC current through a copper coil, and the part to be heated is placed inside the coil. The coil serves as the transformer primary and the part to be heated becomes a short circuit secondary. When a metal part is placed within the induction coil and enters the magnetic field, circulating eddy currents are induced within the part. These eddty currents flow against the electrical resistivity of the metal, generating precise and localized heat without any direct contact between the part and the coil.IMPORTANT FACTORS TO CONSIDERThe efficiency of an induction heating system for a specific application depends on several factors: the characteristics of the part itself, the design of the induction coil, the capacity of the power supply, and the degree of temperature change required for the application. METAL OR PLASTICFirst, induction heating works directly only with conductive materials, normally metals. Plastics and other non-conductive materials can often be heated indirectly by first heating a conductive metal susceptor which transfers heat to the non-conductive material.MAGNETIC OR NON-MAGNETICIt is easier to heat magnetic materials. In addition to the heat induced by eddy currents, magnetic materials also produce heat through what is called the hysteresis effect. During the induction heating process, magnetics naturally offer resistance to the rapidly alternating electrical fields, and this causes enough friction to provide a secondary source of heat. This effect ceases to occur at temperatures above the "Curie" point - the temperature at which a magnetic material loses its magnetic properties. The relative resistance of magnetic materials is rated on a “permeability” scale of 100 to 500; while non-magnetics have a permeability of 1, magnetic materials can have a permeability as high as 500.THICK OR THINWith conductive materials, about 80% of the heating effect occurs on the surface or "skin" of the part; the heating intensity diminishes as the distance from the surface increases. So small or thin parts generally heat more quickly than large thick parts, especially if the larger parts need to be heated all the way through. Research has shown a relationship between the heating depth of penetration and the frequency of the alternating current. Frequencies of 100 to 400 kHz produce relatively high-energy heat, ideal for quickly heating small parts or the surface/skin of larger parts. For deep, penetrating heat, longer heating cycles at 5 to 30 kHz has been shown to be most effective.RESISTIVITYIf you use the exact same induction process to heat two same size pieces of steel and copper, the results will be quite different. Why? Steel – along with carbon, tin and tungsten – has high electrical resistivity. Because these metals strongly resist the current flow, heat builds up quickly. Low resistivity metals such as copper, brass and aluminum take longer to heat. Resistivity increases with temperature, so a very hot piece of steel will be more receptive to induction heating than a cold piece.INDUCTION COIL DESIGNIt is within the induction coil that the varying magnetic field required for induction heating is developed through the flow of alternating current. So coil design is one of the most important aspects of the overall system. A well-designed coil provides the proper heating pattern for your part and maximizes the efficiency of the induction heating power supply, while still allowing easy insertion and removal of the part.Induction coils are normally made of copper tubing - an extremely good conductor of heat and electricity - with a diameter of 1/8" to 3/16"; larger copper coil assemblies are made for applications such as strip metal heating and pipe heating. Induction coils are usually cooled by circulating water, and are most often custom-made to fit the shape and size of the part to be heated. So coils can have single or multiple turns; have a helical, round or square shape; or be designed as internal (part inside coil) or external (part adjacent to coil). There is a proportional relationship between the amount of current flow and distance between the coil and part. Placing the part close to the coil increases the flow of current and the amount of heat induced in the part. This relationship is referred to as the coupling efficiency of the coil. Across International IH15B Dual Station Induction Heater Features Dual-station with connection cables and hose let you separate the heater and controller up to seven feet, allow you to stay away from high temperature, dirty and corrosive environment and for a safer operation, or if you need to move the heater to your work pieces constantly during operation. Ease of use: just plug in the power and connect the cooling system. Our simple instruction allows you to use the heater in 15 minutes. Digital output, frequency and current displays. Detachable foot switch for a safer operation. Dual automatic and manual modes. Optional graphite and silica crucibles available. (melting material decides crucible type, weight and size of the material decide crucible size) Connection port available for remote IR or laser thermodetector to measure, display and adjust your work piece's temperature. ISO 9001:2008 registered manufacturer. We provide sample testing and custom made coils in our New Jersey facility. One year warranty and lifetime US-based parts and service support. Demo videos 1. Heating 1.5 inch solid iron shaft to red hot 2. Copper tube silver blazing 3. Heating steel rod with pancake coil 4. Melting 4lbs of copper scrap with graphite crucible Safety Overvoltage protection: machine shuts down when input voltage is over 245V. Over voltage light will turn on and buzzer will sound continuously. Alarm and light shut off automatically when voltage goes below 245V. Overheat protection: if sensor detects heat radiator temperature is over 55°C, machine will shut down, overheat light will turn on and buzzer will sound continuously. Increase water pressure or lower water temperature until alarm goes off itself. Overcurrent/malfunction protections: machine will shut down, indicator light turned on and buzzer sounds continuously if one of these situations occurs: One of the machine parts becomes overheated Interfering signal detected Short circuit between workpieces and induction coils Machine malfunctions Induction coils touching each other Input voltage is too low CAUTION Always wear protection gears and goggles when operating the machine. Crucibles must be covered all the time during operation. Across International is not responsible for any damage caused by misuse. Do not run no-load operation for a long period of time, it might cause damage to the machine. Circulating water must be pure, clean and below 45°C. Machine must be grounded properly all the time during operation. Do NOT use single-turn coil if coil diameter is smaller than 4 inches, it will cause high frequency damage to the machine. Waterproof tape (or related material) is absolutely prohibited during installation of induction coils. Specifications Max. input current 32 A (40A single-phase circuit breaker required) Power 208-240V, 50/60Hz, single-phase Power distribution cord 8-gauge 3-conductor Max 40A (8/3 SOOW) Output frequency 30-80 KHz Heating/retaining current 200-600 A (displayed on control panel) Max. oscillating power 15 KW Max input power 7 KW Duty cycle 80% Air cooling Rear fan Water pressure ≥ 0.2 Mpa (29 PSI) you may use tap water and water pump (>1/4HP & >240 Gph) Water temperature 25-30°C Water flow 0.5-1.3 gallons (2-5 liters) per minute Induction coil See detail specs below, we will make coils according to your requirements Unit weight Power supply: 35 Lb, capacitor: 25 Lb Shipping weight 93 Lb Unit size Power supply: 18x8x17", capacitor: 12x7.5x13" Shipping size 21x22x23" Connection cables/foot switch 7 feet Max. melting capacity 4 Lb (gold, silver, copper), 1 Lb (steel, aluminum) Standard package Part description Quantity Part image IH15B power supply 1 pc IH15B capacitor 1 pc Connection cable (7 ft) 1 set Foot switch (7 ft) 1 pc Induction coil: 5mm dia, 60x280mm and 75x300mm IDxL, adjustable height. Coil wrapped to prevent sparks caused by work piece touching the coil. 2 pcs Water cooling fitting (1/4" x 2, 3/8" x 1 hose barb) 1 set Stainless steel hose clamp 8 pcs Fuse 5 pcs Induction coil adapter (to protect the coil connectors on the machine, good for users who change coils frequently) 2 pcs Operation manual 1 pc

Price: 3990 USD

Location: Livingston, New Jersey

End Time: 2023-11-20T00:49:58.000Z

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