Ash Content Muffle Furnace for Filled Resin Compounds

High-temperature muffle furnace set up for burn-off tests that determine ash and filler content of resins and compounds. Used to verify glass fibre, talc or calcium carbonate loading.

Specification

Weighed samples are heated in crucibles to constant temperature until all organic matter burns away. The remaining residue is weighed to give percent filler. A programmable controller follows the ramp and soak required by standard.

Features

• Maximum 1100 deg C
• Programmable ramp and soak
• Ceramic fibre insulation
• Exhaust port for fumes
• Door safety switch

Technical Specifications

Test Standards	ASTM D5630, ISO 3451-1, ISO 3451-4
Maximum Temperature	1100 deg C
Chamber Size	150 x 150 x 250 mm
Temperature Control	+/- 2 deg C, PID
Heating Elements	Kanthal wire
Rate	Up to 20 deg C/min
Crucibles	Set of 6 porcelain
Power	230 V AC, 50 Hz, 3 kW

Standard Accessories

• Porcelain crucibles
• Tongs
• Desiccator