Holding Furnace
Controlled molten aluminium holding at the casting line.
Technical specifications, cycle time, capacity, dimensions and safety requirements are finalized against your application. The photo is a category reference from our collection; confirm the exact model and configuration with MFE.
Holding Furnace — Technical specifications
Aluminium holding | casting line. The table provides an indicative quotation basis, not a universal fixed model specification.
| Sr. No. | Parameter | Technical specification |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Furnace design | Crucible or crucible-less holding furnace |
| 02 | Holding capacity | Based on required molten metal inventory (kg) |
| 03 | Metal temperature | Selected for alloy and casting process |
| 04 | Heating | SiC elements, resistance coils or gas firing, by model |
| 05 | Lining | Compatible monolithic or crucible-based arrangement |
| 06 | Insulation | Designed for operating temperature and shell heat loss |
| 07 | Metal access | Top opening / door and bale-out arrangement per layout |
| 08 | Temperature measurement | Thermocouple and digital temperature control |
| 09 | Heater control | Contactor / SSR / thyristor as designed |
| 10 | Controls | PLC/HMI option, alarms and temperature monitoring |
| 11 | Safety | Independent over-temperature protection; suitable electrical / gas interlocks |
| 12 | Utilities | Electrical load or gas consumption confirmed in offer |
Completed crucible-less LPDC furnace (company profile, p. 8)
Illustrative completed-project configuration, not a guarantee for other models.
| Sr. No. | Parameter | Technical specification |
|---|---|---|
| 01 | Holding capacity | 500 kg |
| 02 | Lining | Monolithic refractory |
| 03 | Heating | Top-side silicon carbide heaters |
Technical approval & supply scope
Final capacity, dimensions, component makes, utilities, operating performance, safety requirements and scope of supply will be confirmed in the signed quotation and approved drawings. Price, warranty, delivery and commercial conditions are issued separately.
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