OTF-1200X-HP-GB Single Zone High Pressure Tube Furnace with Integrated Glovebox
The OTF-1200X-HP-GB is engineered to facilitate high-temperature and high-pressure processing of air-sensitive materials within a controlled inert atmosphere. By integrating a single zone tube furnace with a glovebox, this system enables seamless sample transfer without exposure to oxygen or moisture, maintaining levels below 1 ppm. This design is ideal for research and development tasks requiring precise environmental control during thermal treatment up to 1100°C.
The glovebox features a spacious stainless steel chamber with hinged front window access and two antechambers for sample delivery. It includes integrated gas purging, circulation, and regeneration systems to sustain an ultra-low oxygen and humidity environment. The tube furnace offers a 440 mm heating length with a single programmable zone controlled by a PID controller ensuring ±1°C temperature stability. Users can program up to 30 temperature segments for complex thermal profiles.
Key Features
- Integrated glovebox with internal dimensions 1200 mm L × 740 mm W × 900 mm H, constructed from stainless steel.
- Maintains oxygen and humidity levels below 1 ppm for sensitive material handling.
- Single zone tube furnace with maximum temperature of 1100°C and 440 mm heating length.
- Choice of metallic tubes: SS310 tube rated up to 900°C and nickel-based super alloy tube rated up to 1100°C.
- High pressure operation with maximum pressures varying by temperature and tube material (up to 600 PSI at ≤500°C for SS310, up to 580 PSI at ≤800°C for super alloy).
- Programmable PID temperature controller with ±1°C stability and up to 30 programmable segments.
- Multiple pressure relief valves including solenoid and mechanical adjustable valves rated up to 15 MPa.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Glovebox Internal Dimensions | 1200 mm L × 740 mm W × 900 mm H, stainless steel |
| Oxygen and Humidity Levels | Below 1 ppm |
| Tube Furnace Heating Zone Length | 440 mm |
| Maximum Temperature | 1100°C |
| Tube Options | SS310 tube Ø60 × Ø50(±2) × 1000 mm (up to 900°C), Nickel-based super alloy Ø60 × Ø52 × 1000 mm (up to 1100°C) |
| Pressure Ratings (SS310 Tube) | 600 PSI ≤500°C, 511 PSI ≤600°C, 428 PSI ≤700°C, 203 PSI ≤800°C, 116 PSI ≤900°C |
| Pressure Ratings (Super Alloy Tube) | 580 PSI ≤800°C, 362 PSI ≤900°C, 174 PSI ≤1000°C, 116 PSI ≤1100°C |
| Temperature Controller | Programmable PID, ±1°C stability, up to 30 segments |
| Pressure Gauge Range | 0 – 15 MPa |
| Pressure Relief Valves | Solenoid and mechanical adjustable, 0 – 15 MPa |
| Power Supply (Glovebox) | 120 VAC, 15 A or 208-240 VAC, 10 A, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 kVA |
| Power Supply (Furnace) | 208-240 VAC, 20 A, 50/60 Hz, 2.5 kVA |
Typical Applications
This integrated system is suited for thermal processing of air-sensitive powders, films, and components in battery research, materials science, and chemical synthesis. It enables controlled atmosphere sintering, annealing, and high-pressure reactions without exposure to ambient air.
Configuration & Operating Notes
Samples are loaded and unloaded via a ball valve and KF port connecting the glovebox to the tube furnace, preserving the inert environment. The glovebox includes two antechambers for flexible sample introduction. Optional certification for NRTL (UL-61010) is available upon request. Users should ensure proper pressure relief valve settings and follow safety protocols for high-pressure and high-temperature operation.
