
Rotary Hearth Furnace
Aichelin Unitherm Rotary Hearth Furnaces are engineered for precision, controlled hardening applications with press or plug quenching.
Product details
- HeatingElectric/ Gas Heated
- Gross Capacity 70 to 700 kg/hr.
- ProcessesHardening by reheating with press quenching / plug quenching.
- Plant AutomationiFACE, SCADA
Rotary Hearth Furnaces for Press and Plug Quenching
Aichelin Unitherm offers advanced Rotary Hearth Furnaces engineered for efficient and precisely controlled hardening processes, including press quenching and plug quenching applications. Designed for high productivity and consistent process performance, these furnaces deliver uniform heat distribution, accurate temperature control and reproducible metallurgical results for demanding industrial heat treatment requirements.
The furnace can operate in both indexed and continuous rotation modes, providing the flexibility to accommodate varying production volumes and process requirements. This versatile design ensures optimized thermal processing, reliable product quality and efficient handling of a wide range of industrial components.
More Technical features
Indexed or continuous rotation.
Hearth supported on special geared bearing coupled with electro-mechanical drive controlled by VFD.
Hearth drive with infinitely adjustable speed.
Loading / unloading through single or double door design as per customer requirements.
Loading of parts in single / multi - layer inside the furnace hearth.
Manipulator for automatic loading / unloading of parts from the furnace.
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Standard sizes of the Rotary Hearth Furnace
The following table shows the available sizes and batch data of the Aichelin Unitherm Rotary Hearth Furnace:
| Type | Hearth Diameter (mm) | Capacity (kg/hr.) |
|---|---|---|
| RD 130 | 1300 | 70 |
| RD 170 | 1700 | 200 |
| RD 230 | 2300 | 300 |
| RD 270 | 2700 | 500 |
| RD350 | 3500 | 700 |
Reliable service throughout your entire furnace lifecycle
We support our customers throughout the entire lifecycle of their furnace – from commissioning to ongoing operation, modernization and digital integration.
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